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OCAS's brand new Global Energy Transition Lab (GET-LAB) has officially opened in Zelzate. The test centre supports the development and assessment of materials for technologies that enable industrial transformation and energy transition. These include applications such as hydrogen systems and the safe transport and storage of CO₂.

Companies and institutions are increasingly focusing on CO₂ capture in order to achieve our climate targets. However, it is very difficult for a company to assess which technology is the most effective and cost-efficient. By entering a few technical details – such as the concentration, temperature and pressure of the CO₂ stream – Map-it CCU displays an overview of all available technologies, ranked according to suitability.

Smart Delta Resources partner Ørsted is responsible for the operations and maintenance of the Borssele 1 & 2 wind farm. By investing in drone technology, innovative installation methods, and promoting biodiversity, Ørsted is making significant technological advancements in the offshore wind industry.

The Volvo Group is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its truck factory in Ghent and, at the same time, taking the next step in sustainable transformation: the construction of a zero-emission mobility hub on and around the site. The 50th anniversary was celebrated at the Ghent site. The programme focused on craftsmanship, innovation and the sustainable future of mobility.

The rollout of a large-scale CO₂ pipeline network in Belgium has officially begun. This initiative, carried by Fluxys c-grid Antwerp, with partners Fluxys Belgium, Pipelink and Air Liquide, represents a major milestone in the transition to a low-carbon industry.

ArcelorMittal Belgium, a partner within the Smart Delta Resources network, aims to be climate neutral by 2050. With the Steelanol plant in Ghent, the company shows how CO (carbon monoxide) from industrial residual gases is converted into ethanol, a raw material for fuels and the chemical sector. A paragon of circular economy and industrial innovation.

Since its establishment in 1965, Dow has grown to become the chemical company's largest location outside the United States and a major driver of the region's economic and technological development.

In the heart of the Ghent port area, a crucial link in Flemish-Dutch industry, Elia is starting construction this year on a new high-voltage substation: Baekeland. This project marks an important milestone in the energy transition of the Ghent SDR region.

On 27 May 2025, the closing event of the Map-it CCU project took place in the historic St. Peter's Abbey in Ghent. The event was fully booked, confirming the great interest in Carbon Capture, Utilisation & Storage (CCUS).

An important step towards sustainable logistics: Smart Delta Resources partners DFDS and Volvo Trucks are shifting their container transport between Ghent and the port of Antwerp from daytime to night-time. This innovative collaboration not only increases the efficiency of the transport chain, but also underlines their clear commitment to sustainability.

Meanwhile, the CCU partner event on 27 May is fully booked. Thank you for your interest!

The Ghent Canal Zone offers exceptional potential for the reuse of industrial residual heat. The Smart Delta Resources Flanders Taskforce B2B Heat systematically maps out the supply and demand for heat.