Brussels Airport Ventures
Taking ventures to new heights at the heart of Europe

Accelerating solutions for a smart, sustainable and interconnected future.

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Where we focus on

We support ventures with innovative products, services, and technologies shaping a smart, sustainable and interconnected future.

Focus area 1

Smart Customer-Centric Transport

Focus area 2

Sustainability and Circularity

Focus area 3

Vibrant Community

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Who we are

Our mission is to transform Brussels Airport into a sustainable, diversified, and future-ready hub. We do this by establishing partnerships with ventures that extend our capabilities far beyond its aviation roots.

From our home at the heart of Europe, we actively engage with cutting-edge ventures and innovators who share our mission and values, forging strategic partnerships that help bring our vision and goals to life.

We're committed to the success of our partners, nurturing their growth with access to funding, world-class industry expertise, collaboration opportunities, and a thriving global ecosystem.

Through collaborations and strategic investments, we’re charting a smart and sustainable path to the future.

Brussels Airport, a unique and inspiring environment

22.2
million passengers served
701,000
tonnes of cargo transported
357
companies in and around the airport
+64,000
direct 
& indirect jobs
13
football fields of solar panels
1,5
kg of chocolate sold per minute

“We see Brussels Airport as more than a point of departure or arrival but as a vibrant, smart city where every service is interconnected and contributes to a seamless, efficient, and enjoyable experience for everyone”

Hubert Flahaux - Chief Strategy Officer of Brussels Airport Company

Our 2 approaches

We have two 2 approaches to drive innovation and growth within Brussels Airport’s ecosystem and beyond.

We collaborate

Venture Client Activity

We empower venture growth by enabling you to test and refine your solution in a unique real-world setting.

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We invest

Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) Activity

We invest in growth-stage ventures with proven market demand. We support your venture’s long-term growth by providing the capital, resources and autonomy it needs to thrive.

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Our 3 focus areas as an airport

Focus area
1

Smart Customer-Centric Transport

As an airport, connecting passengers and goods is what we do best. We're looking for dynamic solutions that leverage smart technology, artificial intelligence, data analytics and drones to supercharge our operations. We’re making them more efficient, connected, and streamlined than ever while keeping a customer-centric approach at the core.

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Focus area
2

Sustainability and Circularity

Climate change is reshaping how we work, live, and travel. This makes sustainability a top priority. We're seeking solutions to kickstart a total energy transition and circular practices across our operations, making our airport's energy, waste management, and real estate projects greener and more planet-friendly.

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Focus area
3

Vibrant Community

From welcoming travellers at our Sheraton hotel to hosting executives at our iconic Skyhall event venue and embracing more than 300 companies on and around its site. Brussels Airport thrives as a small city full of energy 24/7. This initiative envisions the airport not merely as a point of departure or arrival but as a vibrant, interconnected hub where business, culture, entertainment, events and many more can flourish together.

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What we bring to the table

Vibrant testbed

Develop, test and deploy your solution in a mini-city environment that contributes €3.2 billion to the national GDP, supports over 64,000 direct and indirect jobs, and is home to 317 companies.

Support to grow

Collaborate with us for business growth, focusing on mutual financial success and scalability. We commit to long-term collaborations, investments and support, aiming for success aligned with our shared objectives.

Global network

Tap into our extensive aviation network, showcasing your products and services to a diverse customer base within our vibrant airport ecosystem.

World class resources

Access the infrastructure you need to test and scale your solution while connecting with fellow entrepreneurs to unlock collaborative opportunities across ventures.

Expert mentorship

Get tailored advice, learning sessions, and mentorship from seasoned industry experts in strategy, marketing, operations, finance planning, and more to ensure your venture thrives.