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26 November 2026/Antwerp · Lindner Hotel

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FLAGSHIP EVENT

MEB Summit 2026

After a first edition devoted to entrepreneurial identity and the strength of the network, the MEB Summit 2026 opens a new chapter: turning the connections created into concrete economic cooperation.

  • 26 November 2026
  • Antwerp · Lindner Hotel

THE CONCEPT

A strategic discussion in two panels

This second edition adopts a deliberately concentrated format: two strategic panels followed by one hour of networking.

The two panels are designed as complementary chapters of a single discussion. The first examines the infrastructure and corridors that connect markets. The second analyses how companies can use those connections to grow beyond their borders.

Understand the new gateways. Decode international strategies. Connect those able to act.

Antwerp gives this discussion a concrete dimension: the Port of Antwerp-Bruges is one of Europe’s main gateways, while Moroccan port platforms are steadily strengthening Morocco’s position between Europe, Africa and the Atlantic.

TWO PANELS

Two chapters of one discussion

PANEL 01

The Gateways of Tomorrow

Ports, Logistics, World Cup 2030 & South–South Cooperation

How can Belgium and Morocco strengthen their role as gateways between European, African and global markets?

  • Youssef ImghiCEO & Founder, Portus Advisory International · Port of Antwerp-Bruges Representative for Morocco
  • Patrick Van CauwenbergheInternational Trade Networks Manager, Port of Antwerp-Bruges
  • Michael DoomsProfessor of Strategic Management at VUB, specialist in port strategy, infrastructure governance and the competitiveness of maritime ecosystems

PANEL 02

Building Without Borders

How do companies cross borders and build global businesses ?

How do you turn international ambition into a concrete, controlled and sustainable growth strategy?

  • Jan De KeusterManaging Director, Soulco NV
  • Souleymen MlalihBusiness Leader, Technology & Digital Transformation Expert

The programme and the participation of the personalities mentioned remain subject to official confirmation.

NETWORKING

One hour to turn conversations into connections

After the two panels, a full hour is devoted to networking. This sequence is an integral part of the Summit concept.

It gives institutional representatives, executives, investors, experts and entrepreneurs the space to continue discussions, identify shared interests and establish first professional contacts.

The MEB team also facilitates targeted introductions between participants whose activities, needs or projects are complementary.

Building Tomorrow Together is therefore not only the theme of this edition. It summarises the approach: analyse together, connect the right expertise and create the conditions to build what comes next.

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