Dealflash

The Belgian government has announced plans to sell a 20 percent stake in Belfius, the country’s retail banking group, through a private placement valued at approximately 2 billion euros.

Pitchdrive has announced the closing of its fourth fund at 60 million euros, reaffirming its commitment to the Co-founder Capital model.

Magna Tyres Group has announced a strategic partnership with Belgian tire specialist and mobility service provider Forrez, marking a significant step in accelerating its European growth.

Belgian startup Duely has secured €1.1 million in fresh funding to scale its M&A legal services.

Belgian investment company Sofina has acquired a minority stake in Creature Comforts, a fast-growing UK-based pet care provider that blends online services with physical veterinary clinics.

Monni NV (Euronext Brussels: MONNI), a leading provider of electronic payment solutions and software development, has announced a strategic investment in Dream Solution BV, the fast-growing Belgian scale-up behind Posbel, a government-certified, cloud-based cash register platform.

Companion.energy, a software platform enabling large industrial and commercial enterprises to manage energy in real time, has raised 7.8 million euros in a seed funding round.

Cascador Health and moveUP have officially merged to create Cascador/moveUP, a new force in digital health.

Moore Law, the law firm affiliated with the consulting firm of the same name, continues its expansion with the acquisition of Antwerp-based peer Four & Five.

APK Group has acquired AGBb BV, a road construction and infrastructure specialist previously part of B&R Bouwgroep.

Van Moer Logistics has taken a strategic step in its ambition to provide fully integrated logistics solutions by acquiring the air freight division of Ziegler Belgium.

Recticel Group has acquired 100 percent of Isopanel NV, a Belgian specialist in installing insulated panels for hygienic cold storage and isothermal solutions, through its Reclar joint venture (76 percent owned by Recticel).

Fremman Capital has signed an agreement to acquire Incendin, a Belgian-based European leader in sustainable fire-protection solutions, from Straco.

Hemink Group, based in Holten (Overijssel), has acquired Instain Installatietechniek from Terwolde (Gelderland), a specialized installation company serving housing corporations. Hemink is a leader in real estate maintenance.

WSA Retail has taken a significant step to expand its footprint in the Benelux region by acquiring IntoEars & Oogvoororen, a leading provider of high-quality hearing care with locations in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Proximus has finalized an agreement with Eurofiber to acquire its 50.01 percent stake in Unifiber, a joint venture specializing in fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) rollout in Wallonia.

Main Capital Partners (‘Main’), a leading private equity investor, and Ferranti, a trusted provider of mission-critical software for the energy and utility sectors, today announced that Main has acquired a majority stake in Ferranti.

Nodalview, a leading proptech scale-up, has acquired Cocoon-Immo, a French specialist in centralized social media and Google Business Profile visibility management for real estate agencies.

Borro, a Belgian pioneer in digital deposit systems for reusable cups, is set to expand into the Netherlands, Germany, and France this summer, backed by a 1.3 million euros investment.

Private equity firm Oakley Capital has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in XTEL, a Belgian enterprise software platform specializing in revenue management and trade promotion solutions for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies.

Belgian machine-building group Sticomax has acquired ICS Spiral Freezers, a Dutch specialist in spiral freezers, coolers, and proofing towers.

Dropsolid AI, a spin-off from Ghent-based Dropsolid, has secured 2.5 million euros in funding to accelerate its European expansion and offer a transparent alternative to closed AI systems.

Belgian construction and infrastructure group Aertssen Group has acquired Ghent Dredging, a specialist in dredging, water construction, and environmental remediation based in Eke, near Ghent.

Belgian deep-tech company D-CRBN has closed a 17.5 million euros Series A round to scale its electrified plasma technology, which recycles CO₂ and hydrocarbons into circular carbon molecules for sustainable fuels, chemicals, and materials.

De Jong Shipping Group from Maassluis has, with retroactive effect from January 1, 2026, acquired a minority stake in TransMatch.

Cegeka has acquired Lean Projects, a Swiss software company specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365-based ERP solutions for the print and packaging industry.

Harmoney secures 10 million euros growth investment from Smile Sail to accelerate international expansion in counterparty risk management.

Brussels-based Ditar, the developer of the Optisuite consultation platform for opticians, has raised 1.4 million euros in seed funding led by ScaleFund, with participation from SeederFund, imec.istart, and Invest BW.

Belgian investment firm Sofina has led a 100 million dollars Series C funding round in Primer, a London-based fintech company, with participation from Peak XV Partners and existing investors.

Jos Vanneste, one of Belgium’s leading flax companies, has announced the addition of Vybros Capital Partners (VCP) and textile entrepreneur Joe Lano as new shareholders.

Fans of RWDM are growing increasingly anxious as the club’s takeover process hits a critical snag, pushing the Brussels-based team to the brink of collapse.

QbD Group, a leading international life sciences consultancy, has announced the acquisition of Rescop, a specialist in GxP compliance, computer system validation (CSV), and validation software for the life sciences industry.

Terhills Resort, a high-end holiday park built on a former coal and gravel mining site, has been sold by LRM to TwentyTwo Real Estate, a European investment firm.

B-COS, a Ghent University spin-off, has raised 1 million euros in pre-seed funding from Agri Investment Fund (AIF), VP Capital, and Biotope by VIB to advance its precision fermentation-based crop protection solutions.

The Dutch OneXillium and Belgian XsolveIT have officially merged, forming a single entity under the OneXillium brand.

Ventory, a platform bridging the gap between ERP systems and field operations, has secured 2.65 million euros in seed funding led by KBC Securities, with support from existing investors.

Holmes, a new platform for autonomous software testing, has secured 1.1 million euros in pre-seed funding.

Cobepa has announced a new partnership with Prosol, France’s leading ultra-fresh food specialist, alongside Apollo Funds, the company’s founder, and its management team.

Initium, the holding company of entrepreneur Maarten Bynens, has sold its stake in LVC Solutions, a Genk-based specialist in compressed air and generator solutions, to Atlas Copco.

Ghent-based AI startup Tekst has raised 11.5 million euros in a Series A funding round led by US venture capital firm Elephant, with additional backing from its incubator, Entourage.

Materialise NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: MTLS), a pioneer in 3D-printed medical devices and additive manufacturing software, has announced a strategic move to transfer its eyewear business to its management team.

Groep Cretskens has announced the acquisition of Pludis, a leading family-owned Belgian company specializing in poultry processing and distribution.

Belgian software company Protime has acquired Checks, a Dutch cloud software specialist focused on complex workforce scheduling, marking a significant step in its ambition to become a leading European workforce management provider.

Maurice & Nora, an Antwerp-based social-impact startup connecting families and seniors with students for flexible non-medical home support, has secured 1 million euros in fresh capital.

Webclew, a Belgian startup founded by Thomas Ghys, has raised 1.6 million euros in a pre-seed funding round led by imec.istart Future Fund and Syndicate One, with participation from angels including Roeland Delrue (Aikido Security), Klaas Bals (Maurice & Nora), and Koen Dewaele (ex-Deloitte).

UCB, a global biopharmaceutical leader based in Brussels, announced on May 3, 2026, its agreement to acquire Candid Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotech company specializing in novel T-cell engagers (TCEs) for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

Automotive group Groep Rutten, a leading Volvo distributor in Limburg, has announced the acquisition of Volvo Jacobs (owned by Jan Pulinx), marking its expansion into the Belgian cities of Genk and Dilsen-Stokkem.

DKV Mobility, a leading European B2B platform for payment and mobility solutions, has completed the acquisition of Optimile NV, a Belgian e-mobility software provider.

Antwerp-based growth partner Equals Three has acquired KAN, a well-established branding and technology firm, doubling its team to 35 employees and marking its first expansion into the US.

Rocsys, a leader in autonomous EV depot solutions, has launched the Rocsys M1, the first hands-free, multi-bay charging system designed for robotaxi fleets.

Belgian production house Roses Are Blue is accelerating its international expansion by consolidating its European activities under one brand.

Gimv Anchor Investments, a joint venture between Gimv and WorxInvest, has acquired a 5 percent stake in Azelis, a BEL 20-listed specialty chemical and food ingredients distributor.

The Belgian government is moving to acquire seven nuclear reactors currently owned by energy company Engie, with an agreement expected to be finalized by October 1st.

Ageas has completed the acquisition of the 25 percent stake in AG Insurance previously held by BNP Paribas Fortis. The insurer now owns 100 percent of its Belgian subsidiary and market leader, AG Insurance, as announced on Tuesday.

Tank transport specialist VERVAEKE, active in the chemical, petroleum, and gas industries, today announces the acquisition of French transport company Transports Bertout, based in Nesle.

Elia Group SA/NV (‘Elia Group’) advances funding strategy with a new hybrid transaction.

Shiftbase, a leading European provider of workforce management software for businesses with variable schedules, has announced a strategic partnership with Fortino Capital.

Coultreon Biopharma, a rising star in immunology research, announced today the successful closure of a 125 million dollars Series A funding round, significantly exceeding its initial target.

Easyfairs, a leading global events organizer, has announced the acquisition of Paris-based Food Hotel Tech and Tech For Retail, two premier events focused on innovation in the hospitality and retail industries.

Antwerp-based audiovisual production company Zidis has welcomed Belgian investment fund Akiles as a new shareholder, with Akiles acquiring a 50 percent stake to fuel Zidis’s expansion across Belgium and the Benelux region.

Waterland has successfully closed two new funds, raising a total of 4.6 billion euros.

Belgian brewer Duvel Moortgat has expanded its U.S. presence by acquiring two prominent beer brands: Stone Brewing and Trumer Pils, according to Belga.

Brussels-based holding company Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) is acquiring a majority stake in Dutch traffic management specialist BUKO Group for 500 million euros.

Global aluminum packaging leader Ball Corporation has taken over the former Benepack plant in Genk and is immediately seeking more than 40 new employees, with further hiring planned throughout the year.

Flemish accounting and advisory group SBB has taken a significant strategic step forward by acquiring KDCA, a respected firm based in Heist-op-den-Berg.

Accuramed, a distributor of medical technology in the Benelux, today announced the acquisition of BeMedico, based in Herzele.

Derotex, the market leader in recycled natural fibers, has welcomed Down2Earth Capital III (D2E) as a strategic partner to fuel its next phase of expansion.

Dokapi has announced the acquisition of PeppolEDGE, a Walloon specialist in secure on-premise data exchange and Peppol connectivity for compliant electronic invoicing.

Dumarey Group, a family-owned leader in propulsion systems for vehicles and industrial applications, has announced plans to acquire AUMOVIO’s manufacturing site in Mechelen, Belgium.

Global biopharmaceutical leader UCB announced today a definitive agreement to acquire Neurona Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotech company specializing in regenerative cell therapies for epilepsy and nervous system disorders.

Belron, the British parent company of Carglass and the world’s largest vehicle glass repair and replacement group, is preparing for a blockbuster initial public offering (IPO) in Amsterdam.

Keylane, a European powerhouse in software solutions for insurers and pension funds, has announced its acquisition of Vereycken & Vereycken, Belgium’s leading provider of life insurance and pension software.

MAIT Group, a leading pan-European technology partner for industrial digitalization, has announced its acquisition of 4ITEGO Group, a prominent provider of engineering software solutions for the manufacturing industry.

Alistar, a leading European technology partner specializing in business applications, data, AI, and ICT, has announced a dual strategic expansion to strengthen its market position.

Altix, the Dutch private equity platform democratizing access to private equity investments, has closed its third portfolio fund, Alt.3, raising 140 million euros from over 450 investors far exceeding its 100 million euros target.

Intertoys, the Dutch toy retail chain and part of the Belgian Dreamland group, has announced the acquisition of a 75 percent majority stake in Wings Holding, the parent company of the well-known Dutch online toy shop Lobbes.nl.

Eduviva Group, Europe’s leading provider of creative and educational products, has announced its agreement to acquire Baert, a prominent Belgian supplier of educational materials and furniture.

3ES has strengthened its regional footprint in West Flanders through the acquisition of Kortrijk-based 3D measurement firm NX2.

Cadran and Yuccaa join Rsult Group and accelerate the group’s growth strategy with strong financial and strategic support from Smile Sail.

Go Vocal, the Brussels-based leader in digital democracy solutions, has acquired French pioneer Open Source Politics (OSP), consolidating its position as Europe’s foremost provider of civic engagement infrastructure.

Belgian industrial hygiene and cleaning solutions specialist Christeyns has accelerated its international growth strategy with two new acquisitions in Europe and Africa.

Qover, Europe’s leading embedded insurance orchestration platform, marks its 10th anniversary with a 12 million dollars growth capital injection from CIBC Innovation Banking, pushing its total funding past 100 million dollars.

Altenova – a portfolio company of Sofindev – has taken a significant step in its growth strategy by acquiring A+ Beveiliging, a Dutch specialist in fire detection, intrusion security, and surveillance systems.

Datashift, a fast-growing data and AI consultancy from Mechelen, has acquired a strategic stake in Data Trust Associates, an Antwerp-based compliance and data management firm.

Global chemical distributor Manuchar has agreed to acquire CJP Chemicals, a prominent South African chemical distributor, in a move set to bolster its presence in the region and expand its global distribution network.

Antwerp-founded and London-based Hummingbird Ventures is set to deploy 800 million dollars in new funds, doubling down on its signature strategy of investing in unconventional, ‘misfit’ entrepreneurs.

PIA Group makes strategic German debut with LADM acquisition, targeting 1,000 employees by 2027.

Belgian ice cream manufacturer Jacques IJs has acquired B’Nice, a production partner with which it has collaborated for over a decade.

The acquisition builds on GOVI’s expertise in specialty chemicals, positioning it to capitalize on rising demand for high-performance protective and industrial gloves worldwide.

Belgian engineering and consulting network Studibo has acquired Solvexis, a Scandinavian specialist in safety and prevention for industrial facilities.

In a labor market plagued by 163,000 unfilled blue-collar vacancies across Europe, Belgian startup Ringtime has raised 1.8 million euros to transform how recruiters connect with candidates.

The Philippson family, co-founders of Bank Degroof, has become the majority shareholder of the renowned Belgian bakery chain Les Tartes de Françoise.

Trixxo Jobs NV and A.M. Group NV have agreed to end their partnership, less than two years after Trixxo acquired the Belgian recruitment group in late 2024.

German Investor Orlando Capital has been given permission to further shape the strategic direction of the retail formulas.

TINC delivered outstanding financial results for the year ending December 31, 2025, marking a significant step in its growth strategy.

Puratos and Dawn Foods announced today a definitive agreement for Puratos to acquire Dawn Foods, subject to customary regulatory approvals.

European private equity firm CVC Capital Partners is exploring the acquisition of a stake in Belgian state-owned bank Belfius, ahead of a possible initial public offering (IPO), according to two sources familiar with the matter. Reuters reports this.

The acquisition marks a strategic expansion for Barco, positioning the company as a fully integrated provider of audiovisual solutions.

The Dutch VDL Groep has acquired Limoco, a Belgian family-owned company specializing in turnkey industrial ventilation and extraction systems.

Walloon chemical group Silox has acquired select assets related to sodium hydrosulfite production from German chemical giant BASF.