The unique chemistry between BASF and Flanders
http://www.flandersinvestmentandtrade.com/invest/en - Wouter De Geest, CEO of BASF in Antwerp explains why BASF (Germany) chose Flanders for its second-largest global production site. BASF’s second-largest production site is located in Flanders (Belgium). Wouter de Geest, CEO of BASF in Antwerp explains how the region’s world-class road and pipeline infrastructure, uniquely favorable location in the heart of Europe and deep appreciation for the chemical industry have shaped a perfect environment for the company to grow.
How BASF and Flanders shape the future of chemistry
Headquartered in Germany, BASF is leading the global chemistry sector with activities ranging from oil and gas extraction to chemistry. The company operates several major facilities across the globe: two in the US, one in China, and one in Malaysia.
The second-largest production site, however, is located in Antwerp, Flanders. “Flanders’ location at the heart of the consumer market and the Port of Antwerp are unique assets of the region,” says Wouter De Geest, CEO of BASF in Antwerp. “Along with the road infrastructure, the invisible pipeline infrastructure is crucial: it connects the Antwerp factories not only to each other, but also to Europe’s hinterland.”
Because of Flanders’ location in the center of the EU’s strongest industrial cluster, the cost-reducing incentives for R&D and its rich network of research institutes, industry players and knowledge centers, chemical firms tend to thrive in the region. Wouter De Geest: “On foreign missions, chemistry is presented as the face of Flanders, promoting us as entrepreneurs. It demonstrates that the sector is appreciated and supported in Flanders.”
Learn more about Flanders’ secret formula for success in chemical production by reaching out to Flanders Investment and Trade.
How BASF and Flanders shape the future of chemistry
Headquartered in Germany, BASF is leading the global chemistry sector with activities ranging from oil and gas extraction to chemistry. The company operates several major facilities across the globe: two in the US, one in China, and one in Malaysia.
The second-largest production site, however, is located in Antwerp, Flanders. “Flanders’ location at the heart of the consumer market and the Port of Antwerp are unique assets of the region,” says Wouter De Geest, CEO of BASF in Antwerp. “Along with the road infrastructure, the invisible pipeline infrastructure is crucial: it connects the Antwerp factories not only to each other, but also to Europe’s hinterland.”
Because of Flanders’ location in the center of the EU’s strongest industrial cluster, the cost-reducing incentives for R&D and its rich network of research institutes, industry players and knowledge centers, chemical firms tend to thrive in the region. Wouter De Geest: “On foreign missions, chemistry is presented as the face of Flanders, promoting us as entrepreneurs. It demonstrates that the sector is appreciated and supported in Flanders.”
Learn more about Flanders’ secret formula for success in chemical production by reaching out to Flanders Investment and Trade.