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Revitalizing Industrial Brownfields: A Walloon Commitment in Action

On June 20, 2025, a dedicated morning session will spotlight the redevelopment of industrial brownfields in Wallonia, with a special focus on the flagship project: the Coke Plant of Ougrée in Seraing.

This session aims to showcase the progress achieved, the key stakeholders involved, the resources mobilized, and the innovative strategies driving post-industrial transformation. The initiative is led by SORECO, a dynamic public-private partnership between DEME Environnement and Wallonie Entreprendre.

Program Overview:

  • 9:15 AM – Guided tour of the phytomanagement pilot site in Sclessin (Duferco Wallonie site)
  • 10:00 AM – Conference (in English) at the Om venue at Seraing, featuring:
    •    Presentation by Duferco Wallonie on the Sclessin site and other redevelopment examples
    •    Overview of Wallonia’s industrial legacy and current redevelopment challenges
    •    Address by Minister of Economy Pierre-Yves Jeholet on the regional strategy
    •    Case study on the transformation of Seraing, an 800-hectare area under redevelopment for over 20 years
    •    In-depth presentation of the Coke Plant redevelopment project by SORECO, including the “fast track” mechanism implemented by the Walloon Public Service
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch
  • 1:00 PM – Guided tour of the Coke Plant of Ougrée in Seraing


The Coke Plant Project at a Glance:

  • 40 hectares in a prime urban location
  • A heavily contaminated site with high redevelopment potential
  • A project led by SORECO, a public-private partnership between Wallonie Entreprendre and DEME Environnement


Participation Fee: €15 (excl. VAT)
Includes:

✔ Bus transportation
✔ Presentations and discussions
✔ Guided site visits
✔ Lunch

Location: Sclessin then Seraing
Date: June 20, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Departure from the conference center at 9:00 AM by bus (participants may also join using their own vehicle)

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore a real-world redevelopment project, engage with public and private stakeholders, and gain inspiration from innovative approaches.