Belgian Economic Mission to Brazil
- Multisectors
- Brazil
A Belgian princely mission will be organised in Brazil from 22 November to 1 December under the presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid. Join hub.brussels’ delegation in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro for an economic program to explore this growing economy.
About
This is a national multisectoral mission organised by the Belgian Foreign Trade Agency in close colaboration with hub.brussels, AWEX, FIT, and the FPS Foreign Affairs.
Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, is currently the 9th largest economy in the world with over 200 million inhabitants. Much more than an emerging power, it is now an essential partner in terms of agricultural products, minerals, or renewable energies. With a notable return to the international stage, Brazil presents significant opportunities for Belgian companies, particularly with the ambitious investment and ecological transformation plans outlined by the government.
On the agenda are meetings and official receptions with local communities and authorities, company visits, sector-specific seminars, as well as informational sessions and networking.
Simultaneously, our economic and commercial advisor on site will help companies establish potential contacts in Brazil. Participating companies will be invited to communicate their information and requirements in advance.
Focus on the following sectors
- Sustainable industry: Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, and Life Sciences broadly defined
- Construction and infrastructure, Engineering, Architecture, and Sustainable Buildings
- Energy, environment, and Cleantech
- Financial services, Fintech
- Digital technologies
- Agro-industry
- Tourism and Leisure including Cultural and Creative Industries
Program
23/11 Departure from Brussels
23/11 Arrival in São Paulo
27/11 Arrival in Rio de Janeiro
29/11 End of the mission
30/11 Return flight to Brussels
01/12 Arrival in Brussels
Practical info
The missions organised by hub.brussels are open to businesses based in Brussels that wish to internationalise. Businesses must meet the following criterion:
- Engaged in the production of goods or services in Brussels and/or developing a significant contribution to the Brussels economy (including the tourism sector).
Price
- €100 for SMEs
- €500 for other companies
Mission flights
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT: SN BRUSSELS AIRLINES + LUFTHANSA
DOMESTIC FLIGHT: LATAM AIRLINES
Mission hotels
SÃO PAUL: TIVOLI MOFARREJ SÃO PAULO HOTEL* ou RENAISSANCE HOTEL (back-up)
RIO DE JANEIRO: FAIRMONT RIO DE JANEIRO COPACABANA
The link for flight and hotel reservations via the BCD Travel agency will be sent to you after confirmation of your registration.
Please note that the number of rooms/seats on flights is <strong>limited</strong>, so we advise you not to wait too long to make your reservations.
If you wish to travel on the above-mentioned flights and stay in the hotels suggested for the mission, we will arrange for your transportation between the airport and the hotel (round trip).
Useful resources
I'm taking part in the mission!
Registrations open until 30 July 2024
Any questions? Just ask Eline, Dieter, Lauren or Pauliane!
Dieter Poleyn
Brazil (Sao Paulo)
Avenida Paulista 1636, Conj. 210,
Edificio Paulista Corporate, Bela Vista,
CEP 01310-200, Sao Paulo
Brazil
Lauren Pinto de Almeida
International Projects Support Assistant
T. +32 2 800 08 45
Pauliane Goncalves de Lima
Brazil (Sao Paulo)
Avenida Paulista 1636, Conj. 210,
Edificio Paulista Corporate, Bela Vista,
CEP 01310-200, Sao Paulo
Brazil
+ 55 11 98951 2417