News from Vilvoorde

Vlaams-Brabant

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VUB and Horst turn Asiat Park into an open-air laboratory

Over 100 students experiment with architecture and material reuse in Vilvoorde, marking the start of a broad collaboration.

10 November 2026Local

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AZ Jan Portaels invests in hospital of the future

New construction project focuses on integrated care, technological innovation, and sustainability for tomorrow's challenges.

04 November 2026Society

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AZ Jan Portaels Launches First Fracture Prevention Service in Vlaams-Brabant

The hospital in Vilvoorde pioneers a new service to address bone fractures and fall risks.

21 October 2026Society

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The Mothership: New Circular Building Sparks Creativity in Vilvoorde

The building integrates reused containers, honoring the canal's history and boosting entrepreneurship in Kanaalpark.

15 October 2026Business

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New AZ Jan Portaels Hospital in Vilvoorde to open in 2027

The new hospital, located on the former Renault site, will be a sustainable building with 300 multifunctional positions and a focus on preventive care.

05 October 2026Local

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Dr. Mertens Joins Physical Medicine Department at AZ Jan Portaels

After obtaining his Master's degree from KU Leuven, Dr. Mertens will further specialize in physical medicine and sports medicine.

02 October 2026Local

The Koekoekxkraan, an industrial portal crane in Vilvoorde, symbolizing the city's industrial past and future urban development.

Koekoekxkraan Relocated: Industrial Heritage Saved for New City District

Historic crane in Vilvoorde gets a new spot as heritage symbol in KanaalPark and 4 Fonteinen.

29 September 2026Local

Children participating in an obstacle course in Asiat Park, Vilvoorde.

Over 3,500 children to participate in school cross-country run in Asiat Park

Vilvoorde organizes a multi-day school cross-country event with obstacles for primary and secondary school students.

23 September 2026Local

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