Doing Business in Wallonia

In this issue

The region offers investors cheap land, an educated labour force, tax breaks and good infrastructure

Nov 14, 2011

Overview: Location at heart of EU confers advantages

The region offers investors cheap land, an educated labour force, tax breaks and good infrastructure

Road signs Nov 14, 2011

Logistics: Aim is to build on hub status

Biotech is being targeted to develop existing expertise, says Simon Mee

Nov 14, 2011

Logistics case study: the ‘Trilogiport’ in Liège

Belgium’s largest inland port may be at a turning point with the forthcoming launch of a multimodal logistics facility, writes Simon Mee

Nov 14, 2011

Taxation: Debt casts a shadow over incentives

Breaks for investors remain generous but budgets face a squeeze, reports Stanley Pignal

Nov 14, 2011

Foreign investors: Hopes are on China to revive industrial fortunes

Initiatives are targeted at attracting Asian capital after a blow to the steel sector, writes Simon Mee

Tintin billboard Nov 14, 2011

Hergé museum: Cartoon character helps unify the nation

Stanley Pignal explores the connections of one of the most famous Belgians, albeit a fictional one

Belgian chocolates Nov 14, 2011

Chocolatiers savour sales to emerging market new rich

Russia and the Middle East are refining their taste in luxury foods

Nov 14, 2011

Industrial policy: Authorities look for a boost from high-tech

After a late start, a shift in emphasis is paying off, says Simon Mee

Elio Di Rupo ©Getty Nov 14, 2011

Economy: Austerity to kick in after political paralysis

Spending cuts by the new government are inevitable, as debt nears 100 per cent of GDP, reports Stanley Pignal

Nov 14, 2011

Life sciences: Minnows loosen grip of big pharma

SMEs are spearheading the growth of new industries, finds Simon Mee

Nov 14, 2011

Energy: Growing wind power sector intent on generating jobs

The country has some of Europe’s most appealing wind patterns, says Joshua Chaffin