Yachting and Cruise Opportunities in Flanders, Belgium

WA Yachting Consultants was invited by TRITEL, the consultancy group of Technum – Tractebel Engineering, to analyze the yachting network and facilities in Flanders and compare that with the situation in Holland and other European countries. Also the cruise opportunities were assessed. 

The yachting and cruise facilities are still under-developed in Flanders, though there is great potential to capitalize on the areas interesting rivers, canals, and beautiful cultural cities. The benchmark presented many suggestions, ready for implementation. 

WA Benchmarking Flanders, Belgium

 


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