Think Tanks in Belgium

Ceps Centre For European Policy Studies

Founded in Brussels in 1983, the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) is among the most experienced and authoritative think tanks operating in the European Union today. CEPS serves as a leading forum for debate on EU affairs, but its most distinguishing feature lies in its strong in-house research capacity, complemented by an extensive network of partner institutes throughout the world. CEPS’ funding is obtained from a variety of sources, including membership fees, project research, foundation grants, conferences fees and publication sales. Assets- Complete independence to set its own research priorities and freedom from any outside influence- Quality research by an international staff of more than 50 people drawn from eighteen different countries- Formation of nine different research networks, comprising research institutes from throughout Europe and beyond, to complement and consolidate CEPS research expertise and to greatly extend its outreach- An extensive membership base of some 120 Corporate Members and 130 Institutional Members, which provide expertise and practical experience and act as a sounding board for CEPS policy proposals.

51 to 200 staff

Royal Higher Institute For Defence

About the Institute The Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) is the reference body or think tank of the Belgian Ministry of Defence in the field of security and defence. It is also responsible for managing the multiannual programme for scientific and technological research, including the security and defence studies, as well as the scientific research of the Royal Army and Military History Museum. In order to fully accomplish its mission, the RHID has set the objectives of focusing the attention – by identifying research and discussion topics, and themes of interest – as well as deepening and disseminating knowledge. Organizing conferences, colloquia and seminars as well as publishing papers by researchers at the Belgian Ministry of Defence, and the Institute in particular, fully contribute to knowledge transfer. The High Studies for Security and Defence, in the form of a meeting place with seminars and visits, provides training in these fields for high-level staff, both from the ministry and the civil sector. Through national and international partnerships, the RHID has developed an extensive network to exchange ideas and experiences.

10001+ staff

International Independent Board For Lean Certification Vzw

IIBLC® wants to offer an objective, independent proof of knowledge and skills in the domain of Lean Strategy to both companies and individuals, and become a world reference through standard certifications.” The programme is universal: it addresses all aspects of Lean: manufacturing, services, healthcare, engineering, etc. The programme focuses on Lean in all its aspects, not just the basics. This means that also project management, Six Sigma and the all-important topic of change, sustain and support are included.

11 to 50 staff

Dujamaisvu

DUJAmaisVU. Nooit eerder gezien. Uniek. Net als jij. Vooraf niet weten waar je uitkomt. Verdwalen. In een stad, in je gedachten, in je fantasie, je twijfels, je verlangens. DUJAmaisVU. Anders bekeken. Niet vanuit het negatieve. Positief. Waarderend. Zoeken naar wat wél werkt. En daar dan méér van willen. DUJAmaisVU. Goed gezien. Weten dat er ook een andere kant aan het verhaal is. Dat wie anders dan de anderen kijkt niet steeds alleen maar tegendraads is. Dat die misschien net de goeie kant uit kijkt. DUJAmaisVU. Kleine letters voor ‘mais’. Niet heel luid ‘maar’ roepen. Behalve om het boeltje nog maar eens anders te bekijken. DUJAmaisVU. Met jou meedenken. Vanuit een wit blad. Vanuit jouw verhaal. Vanuit je verlangen en je droom. Alle zintuigen open. Luisteren. Echt luisteren. Jou het verhaal laten vormen. Dat samen vorm geven. DUJAmaisVU. Van brainstormen rond dienstverlening tot het scherp krijgen van de kracht van jouw verhaal. Van het focussen op intervisie, interactie en inspiratie tot de totaalorganisatie van je vormingsmoment. Samen met jou op zoek gaan naar de nieuwe medewerker waarmee het écht klikt. DUJAmaisVU. Goesting om er samen met jou weer net iets anders dan anders van te maken.

1 to 10 staff

Inisma-Cribc

The Belgian Ceramic Research Centre

51 to 200 staff

Institute For A Greater Europe

A youth-led pan-European think tank based in Brussels, Belgium, dedicated to exploring Greater Europe and supporting young professionals. We aim to do this through diverse and balanced writing, publications, interactive seminars with high-profile European leaders and scholars, workshops, events, and other publications such as our podcast. We're run by an ambitious team of youth volunteers, from various national and academic backgrounds, the Institute allows everyone to express their ideas in a variety of formats. For partnerships: partnerships@institutegreatereurope.com

51 to 200 staff

Mobilit-E

Mobilit-E is a company focused on supporting institutions, companies & individuals in bridging the 'Trust Leap' towards the new digital era within The Future of Mobility and concretizing the impact of the ACES model (Automated, Connected, Electric and Shared) on (future) individual competencies.

11 to 50 staff

Thor Park

WHAT IS THOR PARK? Business, science, and technology campus that will become the Center of Excellence of smart and sustainable innovation. Thor Park activities are focused on three domains- Energy Transition - Smart Manufacturing - Smart Cities Thor Park unifies EnergyVille, IncubaThor, T2-campus, Thor Central and the Smart Manufacturing Campus. WHAT IS THOR PARK’S MISSION? Thor Park wants to actively contribute to shaping the smart world of tomorrow by bridging the gap between ideas and valorization. Sustainable, economic and social valorization of ideas will lead to economic activities and job creation. WHAT WILL THOR PARK DO TO ACHIEVE ITS OBJECTIVES? Thor Park will facilitate and stimulate growth of the Thor Park entities by providing ACCESS to- Buildings - Specialized equipment - Lab facilities - Focused ecosystems - Funding - Partners (financial, research, knowledge, etc.)- Networking … Thor Park operates according the ‘Quadruple helix’ and brings together- Education, research and universities - Industry and entrepreneurship (start- and scale-ups, SMEs and well established companies)- Governments/public functions - Within a societal and natural environment

501 to 1000 staff

Offbar Onspace Bar & Coworking

Offbar-Onspace is a new way of work. Out of Brussels, in the countryside & near the University of Louvain-La-Neuve, we are located in the heart of Brabant Wallon, next to the highway. On one side, this is a cowork-café where you can have a drink and open your laptop for hours. Friendly mood, gorgeous cappuccinos, lounge music. On the other side you discover the big coworking : large & open space, relaxed atmosphere and more quiet areas. Wa have both meeting rooms and informal spaces to receive clients. But the most relevant : the Creative Spark community. Startups, mentors, coaches, freelances.many opportunities to meet nice people and skills you need for your project. Despite the fact that coworking is a new way of work, it's proven that working in shared places is efficient for serendipity and business opportunity. Try it!

1 to 10 staff

Pice

Pice is a Business Development Company based in Ghent, Belgium. We are currently active in three projects- Digital Bakery A Belgian / Philippine remote staffing solutions provider - RusTThuiS VZW A non-profit organisation that accommodates personal assistants at elderly people's homes. This service generates the possibility for them to stay longer in their familiar environment. - CliQ A photo marketing project creating a unique user experience, in partnership with Fujifilm.

1 to 10 staff

Protagoras

Protagoras a été créé afin de construire des ponts entre la recherche académique et les professionnels de la communication politique et publique. Le laboratoire s’inscrit dans une démarche de valorisation de la recherche tenant compte de l’évolution globale des pratiques communicationnelles et de son impact sur le paysage médiatique. Afin d’atteindre cet objectif, Protagoras organise des rencontres mettant à l’honneur des recherches inspirantes portées par des professionnels ou des académiques. Notre objectif : créer des opportunités pour permettre des synergies entre la recherche et le travail des professionnels de la communication.

1 to 10 staff

Global Governance Institute

1 to 10 staff

Ecclesialab

Laboratoire de l'innovation ecclésiale, au service de la transformation de l'Eglise. Notre mission : recenser, étudier et soutenir les lieux innovants et inspirants. Notre méthode : faire travailler de manière complémentaire des experts du monde académique et du terrain

1 to 10 staff

Eduwood Bv

MISSIE Advies, analyse, coaching, mentorship, kennisborging, procesbegeleiding en innoverende houtopleidingen zijn onze kernactiviteiten. EDUWOOD streeft naar een continue wisselwerking tussen de allernieuwste technologieën en praktijksituaties. Wij leveren een praktische, resultaatgerichte dienstverlening van hoogwaardige kwaliteit, gericht op levenslang leren voor houtbewerkers. Klantgerichtheid, professionaliteit en innovatie zijn daarbij onze belangrijkste kernwaarden, met een "hart voor hout en innovatie". VISIE Organisaties in het bedrijfsleven en onderwijs hebben een blijvende behoefte aan leren en ontwikkelen. Externe deskundigen, zowel met inhoudelijke kennis als proceskennis, zullen altijd (tijdelijk) noodzakelijk zijn. Er zal behoefte blijven aan onafhankelijke, structurele dienstverleners, met een terugkoppeling naar de praktijksituatie. In België is een duidelijke vraag naar sterk gespecialiseerde dienstverleners, aanvullend op grote, traditionele organisaties. EDUWOOD neemt deze taak op zich, en zal ook in de toekomst complexe opdrachten, coachingstrajecten en succesvolle opleidingstrajecten voor haar rekening nemen. Haar marktpositie dankt EDUWOOD aan vakspecialisatie en door het streven naar kwaliteit in haar dienstverlening. Dit met het ideaal om van EDUWOOD een gezond bedrijf te maken, met respect voor mens en milieu. Groei in omzet of personeelsbestand zijn hier ondergeschikt aan.

1 to 10 staff

Global Digital Foundation

The Global Digital Foundation is a think tank that offers policymakers a framework for dialogue with stakeholders and with their counterparts in other countries so that they can develop a shared understanding of the challenges of policy in a digital world. The Global Digital Foundation is also an international network of policy expertise providing a base for interdisciplinary research and a forum for three-way learning interaction between policymakers, stakeholders and scholars.

1 to 10 staff

The Center For International Relations Studies Cefir

The Center for International Relations Studies (CEFIR) is an integral part of the Political Science Department of the University of Liège (ULiège). It is a center that aims to develop knowledge about international issues from both a political science and interdisciplinary perspective. CEFIR has a team with an international profile. Its members come from both the ULiège and other Belgian and international academic institutions. English, French and Spanish are the working languages of the Center. The activities within the CEFIR are varied. Scientific research is a fundamental pillar. The research focuses both on theoretical and empirical issues concerning a set of key areas such as the study of the international projection of emerging and traditional powers and their foreign policy (Brazil, China, India, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, US), South-South cooperation, comparative analysis of regional integration (Mercosur, EU, ASEAN, Alba, SADC, Pacific Alliance, Alena, Can), interregional relations, the role of the European Union on the international stage or the external relations of Latin America. The CEFIR team is working on these issues in the form of doctoral theses, publications in the form of books, and special issues of scientific journals or articles in both collective works and peer-reviewed scientific journals. CEFIR is also very involved in the organization or co-organization of international conferences, particularly on its priority research topics. It also regularly organizes lectures, inviting high quality speakers from the academic world, from Europe and elsewhere (Brazil, France, Iraq, Canada, China, Uruguay, Argentina or DR Congo), to analyze specific issues in international relations. Finally, in terms of education (teaching), the majority of the CEFIR members provide courses or seminars in the Masters program in International Relations at the Department of Political Science at the ULiège.

1 to 10 staff

Oikos Denktank

Oikos think tank strives for social and ecological change by contributing to public debate from an ecological perspective. Oikos focuses on long term challenges that are discussed too little in the social debate, but which are crucial for the future of our society and coming generations. Our starting positions are the environmental limitations of the planet and worldwide solidarity. Oikos wants to provide an inspiring framework for positive practices. We foster hands-on initiatives that demonstrate how working towards a sustainable society is possible. These are part of the ‘new social movement that is not yet aware of its own existence’, as German social psychologist Harald Welzer puts it. In Oikos’ seminars, lectures, publications and opinion pieces, the different dimensions of this aspiration to change are deliberated: the underlying ethics, the analysis of the current situation and the development of alternatives, together with concrete strategies to get there. In round table discussions, seminars, reading groups and blog posts Oikos offers involved citizens and experts the chance to expand their knowledge, exchange ideas and to start a common learning process. Oikos publishes Dutch translations of thought-provoking books such as Money and Sustainability - the Missing Link by Bernard Lietaer e.a, The End of Growth by Richard Heinberg, Prosperity without Growth by Tim Jackson or Selbst denken by Harald Welzer. Oikos also brings together scholars, writers and activists from all over the world like Juliet Schor, Michel Bauwens or Vandana Shiva for inspiring lectures.

1 to 10 staff

Innovation Attitude, Now Openthink Outcomes

Innover, par définition, c'est créer quelque chose de nouveau et donc d'inconnu. Les entreprises font face à une croissance en déclin, l'innovation cédant le pas à l'inertie." aux côtés du fondateur, entrepreneur, chef d’entreprise qui souhaite stimuler ses activités, innovation Attitude (r)-éveillela capacité de son organisation à créer en permanence de la nouvelle valeur dans son business écosystème, bien au-delà de la transformation «digitale» : → Développer un état d’esprit qui remet en permanence en question le statu quo en entreprise; → Mettre en place une structure & un système de R&D et une culture organisationnelle pour s’adapter en permanence à la volatilité, l’incertitude, la complexité, & l’ambiguïté de l’environnement. Jean-Raymond Naveau crée & fonde l'innovation Attitude (iA) après 17 années d'activité au cœur du business écosystème de la Silicon Valley. innovation Attitude, parce que les humains imaginent et les machines ne le font pas. Soyons humain. Créons. Autrement-"To innovate means to create something new and therefore unknown. Companies are facing declining growth as innovation gives way to inertia." Alongside the founder, entrepreneur, business leader who wishes to stimulate his / her activities, innovation Attitude (re)-awakens the capacity of his / her organization to continuously create new value within the business ecosystem, far beyond "Digital" transformation: → Develop a mindset that constantly challenges the status quo in business; → Establish an R&D structure & system and an organizational culture to continuously adapt to the volatility, uncertainty, complexity, & ambiguity of the environment. Jean-Raymond Naveau creates & founds innovation Attitude (iA) after 17 years at the heart of the Silicon Valley business ecosystem. Innovation Attitude, because humans imagine and machines do not. Let's be human. Let's create. Otherwise.

11 to 50 staff

Crm Group

Innovation, Industrial solutions and a Vision for the future are the watchwords of the 290 employees of the Centre for Research in Metallurgy spread over 9 sites. Since 1948, the CRM Group has been supporting its customers from the creation of ideas to the implementation of innovative solutions by responding to their industrial challenges, whether economic, societal or environmental. In addition to its historical steel mission, CRM Group has added missions on current challenges, divided into 5 platforms- Circular economy - Energy transition - Digitalisation - Advanced manufacturing - Construction These platforms are aimed at multi-sectoral applications such as defence, chemistry, aeronautics, energy and the environment. With the collaboration of its members and partners – large companies and SMEs – the CRM Group is committed to contributing to a better future.

201 to 500 staff

Flux50

Flux50 is de Vlaamse speerpuntcluster voor energie. Vlaanderen wil de samenwerking rond strategische belangrijke domeinen (speerpunten) bevorderen. Dit Vlaamse clusterbeleid is een initiatief van het Agentschap Innovatie en Ondernemen (VLAIO). Zo wil Flux50, met de steun van VLAIO, bruggen bouwen tussen onderzoek, innovatieve groeibedrijven en de beleidsmakers binnen de energiesector. Flux50 verenigt en mobiliseert meer dan 200 leden om de energietransitie technologisch te ondersteunen en de competitiviteit van Vlaanderen te vergroten. Met als uiteindelijk doel om in Vlaanderen een Smart Energy Regio te creëren en deze internationaal uit te dragen. Het baseert zijn activiteiten op 3 pijlers: 1. Informeren: opleiden en delen van kennis. Innoveren: initiëren, stimuleren en ondersteunen van samenwerkingen over sectoren heen (zoals energie, bouw en IT) in concrete projecten. Voor deze projecten voorziet VLAIO ook de nodige ondersteuning en middelen. Internationaliseren: promoten van de Vlaamse energie-industrie in het buitenland via de uitbouw van een internationaal netwerk.

11 to 50 staff

Migration Policy Group

The Migration Policy Group is an independent Brussels-based think-and-do tank. We conduct evidence-based projects, research and campaigns in the areas of integration, migration and anti-discrimination.

11 to 50 staff

Positive Money Uk

Positive Money is a not for profit think tank and campaign organisation working to reimagine our money and banking system for the wellbeing of people, communities and the planet. We have offices in London, Brussels and the US, and are part of a growing movement for economic systems change. Our mission is to reform money and banking to build a fair, democratic and sustainable economy. We need you to join our movement for change. Sign up to our newsletter to find out how you can get involved.

11 to 50 staff

Bruegel - Improving Economic Policy

Bruegel is the European think tank specialising in economics. Our mission is to contribute to the quality of economic policy making in Europe through open, fact-based and policy-relevant research, analysis and discussion. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. We are committed to impartiality, openness and excellence. Bruegel’s membership includes EU Member State governments, international corporations and institutions. Sign up for our weekly updates at

51 to 200 staff

Crm Group Site Cewac - Hydraulic Laboratory

The Industrial Hydraulics laboratory from the CRM Group was founded in 1992. From then on, we have been performing services, tests, studies and applied researches for the industry, especially for VSEs and SMEs, in the fields of water and gas technologies. In our laboratory, we study and optimise fluid flow conditions, by actual experiments and/or by numerical simulations, and perform applied researches for various applications such as- Environmental (water purification, heat recovering, grey water recycling, methanisation, hydroelectricity…)- Industrial (pumps, valves,(µ)turbines…)- Medical (perfusion/infiltrator devices). Some of our skills- Feasibility studies- Design, development and realization of demonstrators, pilot units and/or industrial prototypes and tailor made, client specific or standardized test benches- Experimental validation and characterisation on pilot units and prototypes- Help for PED and CE marking- Data acquisition. Furthermore, we perform characterisation and quality control of products/processes/workflow in a laboratory environment as well as on site. Having various means available for recreating extreme conditions: cycling, low/high temperatures, under pressure/vacuum and fire testing are possible- Determination of the class/nominal size of separator systems for light liquids (EN 858-1) and grease (EN 1825-1)- Cryogenic type-testing of valves under pressure - Fire type-testing of valves under pressure (ISO 10497/API 607/API 6FA)- Measurement of fugitive emissions of valves under pressure (ISO 15848)- Helium leak detection: local/global detection, sniffing, pressure rise- Leak testing by pressure drop - Characterisation of centrifugal pump (flowrate/pressure)- Fatigue testing - Experimental measurement of the flow coefficient Cv/Kv of valves up to DN50 - Custom-made tests on heat exchangers, connections, hydraulic accumulators, etc. Our laboratory is ISO 17025 accredited for several tests.

11 to 50 staff