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VOKA Defence Roadshow with Theo Francken

In short

For nine weeks, Federal Minister of Defence Theo Francken will visit all Chambers of Commerce in search of opportunities for defence. Businesses will play a crucial role in shaping the future defence strategy. During this roadshow, you will meet experts who are helping to design this strategy and discover which collaborations can strengthen and future-proof our armed forces.

In the coming years, Flanders will invest more in defense. This not only creates opportunities for our security but also for our economy. Voka – Chamber of Commerce Limburg connects defense and the business community on Wednesday, December 10, during the Voka Roadshow with Minister of Defense Theo Francken.

During this Voka Roadshow at DronePort, entrepreneurs will meet the experts shaping the defense strategy and discover how closer collaboration with the business world can help make our armed forces future-proof.

What can you expect?

Insight & vision: Minister Theo Francken presents the future plans of the Ministry of Defense and answers the most pressing questions from companies.
Practical guidance: Discover how your company can contribute and what opportunities are available.
Networking: Defense officers will be present to engage directly with entrepreneurs.

Event program

18h00: Reception at DronePort
18h30: Welcome speech by Joris Vrancken, Chairman of Voka – Chamber of Commerce Limburg
18h45: Minister of Defense Theo Francken presents the strategic vision and answers the most frequently asked questions
19h15: How can your company contribute to defense? Practical insights and how-to’s by the Defense Staff
19h45: Networking & walking dinner
22h00: End

Registration

You cannot register for this event here. You might have to register on the website of the organizing event partner, or the event might be passed, sold out or invite-only. Please contact info@droneport.eu for more information.

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