Thor Park, access to the smart world of today and tomorrow

Strategically located business, technology and science park where renowned research institutions, start-ups, growth companies and global players in the energy sector, manufacturing industry and smart city applications come together.

Thor Park’s mission? Contribute to the development and valorisation of smart, sustainable, circular and connected innovations by providing access to specialised ecosystems, the Open Thor Living Lab, the regulatory sandbox for energy, infrastructure, partners and network.

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Concept

Thor Park, hotspot for business, science and innovation

Thor Park in figures

93 ha total surface area

40 organizations

800+ employees

2k visitors on a daily basis

5k jobs by 2035

300+ events

30+ specialized labs

150+ doctoral students

300+ R&D projects

10k m² office space

4k m² production space by 2022

15k m² production space by 2030

Facilities

Thor Park, a rich history, sparkling with ambition

Thor Central EnergyVille T2-campus IncubaThor FacThory Open Thor Living Lab Regulatory sandbox

What?

The former HQ of the mine has been transformed into a state-of-the-art meeting and event venue. It offers a stylish restaurant, extensive congress facilities and everything in between.

For whom?

The ideal venue for companies and organisations looking for large meeting rooms to host training courses, commercial events, a company event, conferences, etc.

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What?

The energy innovation hub that accelerates the development of sustainable and smart energy-related technologies. The future of a decarbonised, energy-efficient and sustainable future starts here.

For whom?

For researchers and knowledge institutions that want to be part of a European top player in its field. For companies that are looking for innovation and seeking knowledge. At EnergyVille, the energy of the future comes to life.

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What?

Technology and talent meet in this training campus where SyntraPXL, VDAB and EducaThor have set up a thorough collaboration. Trainers and trainees work together in an innovative and inspiring environment.

For whom?

For research institutions, companies and schools that want to collaborate, as well as for individuals who want learn new skills within one or more technologies.

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What?

Innovation can only grow in the right conditions. Start-ups, scale-ups and growth companies can develop their business ideas in ideal circumstances using state-of-the-art infrastructure and supporting services while being part of a thriving community.

For whom?

For start-ups, scale-ups, SMEs and established companies looking for an HQ or satellite office for its consultants or sales teams. The ideal mix of companies in one unique location in the heart of the East region with access to the Netherlands, France and Germany.

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What?

Looking for a lab, a test environment or a different production method? This modular production environment grows along with the needs of smart manufacturing companies. The focus? Smart, sustainable, circular and connected. From idea to ‘design for manufacturing’.

For whom?

Innovative production and manufacturing companies that want to realise their proof of concept on this campus or want to create a smart and flexible production unit.

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What?

Looking for a place to test your new technologies in real-life conditions to make sure that your application works? A location to showcase your latest innovation to customers, partners and investors? The Open Thor Living Lab at Thor Park is the place to be! The SmartThor platform enables you to store and/or share data.

For whom?

For innovative companies that believe in collaborative innovation and want accelerate their growth using the experience and expertise of the experts at Thor Park’s Open Thor Living Lab.

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What?

As part of the Open Thor Living Lab, Thor Park is the first and only regulatory sandbox for energy in Flanders. Deviations in the energy regulation offer the opportunity to conduct experiments with more freedom and to accelerate innovations.

For whom?

Energy companies that want to be part of Flanders’ most innovative environment or companies whose research into new market organisation models, multi-energy systems and smart grids is currently delayed or impeded by energy legislation.

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Offer

Thor Park, a range of possibilities, in one location

Office space +

A satellite office for established enterprises or the perfect location for an ambitious start-up? Thor Park has it all: modern and up-to-date offices in an inspiring environment.

Production units +

With the production units focused on smart manufacturing you can push the boundaries of manufacturing. Focus on your core activities and expand your modern production capacity at Thor Park.

Labs +

Thor Park provides access to labs with the state-of-the-art infrastructure to answer the needs of demanding companies and to support groundbreaking tests experiments. All conditions are met for high-level performances.

Events +

A polished piece of history is the perfect setting for inspirational events. At Thor Park, every event becomes one of excellence due to the modern meeting and conference accommodations, architectural gems and adequete parking facilities.

Catering +

A quick bite or an extensive business lunch? Looking for the perfect catering? It’s all possible at Thor Park. Stop looking and enjoy Thor Central’s culinary delights.

Parking +

Easy accessibility and adequate parking facilities is key for a business park. Don’t waste your time looking for parking. Multiple parking options are available to ensure you and your visitors will always find a spot to park your car!