This year marks a remarkable milestone for the Belgian Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Great Britain as we celebrate 135 years of empowering businesses and facilitating trade between Belgium, Luxembourg, and the UK. Founded in 1890, our chamber has been a cornerstone in developing cross-border commerce, supporting businesses through changing times while maintaining our commitment to innovation and collaboration.
Over the years, we have evolved alongside the needs of our members, embracing new technologies and methods while staying true to our core mission of providing essential services and creating meaningful connections. From our early days to the present, the BLCC has been dedicated to helping Belgian and Luxembourg companies navigate the UK market, and we are proud of the continued growth and success of our business community.
Michel Vanhoonacker, BLCC Chairman, shared his thoughts on this significant milestone: “Every day, our BLCC team is looking for new and innovative ways to help your business thrive in the UK, exactly as our founders wanted. Whilst we embrace wholeheartedly the latest technology including AI, we believe personal interaction and sharing our daily, live experiences are the core added value characteristics of the Chamber. I am very proud to continue this legacy and pass it on to the next generation.”
This anniversary not only celebrates our rich history but also the bright future ahead. We are excited to continue supporting our members, building new partnerships, and adapting to the ever-changing global business landscape. Here’s to 135 years of excellence and many more to come!