The Flemish-Dutch Scheldt Delta region stretches from Ghent to Terneuzen, along the Canal Zone, and from Bergen op Zoom to Vlissingen. The Scheldt Delta region is one of the largest industrial areas in Europe.

The cluster is closely connected to the North Sea Port area and, with a combined added value of €12.7 billion and 107,000 jobs, serves as a key economic driver for the region.

Region of strategic importance


The industries in the Scheldt Delta region are diverse and complementary. They rank among the world's top innovators in sectors such as automotive, chemicals, energy, food, fertilizers, logistics, offshore, refining and steel. 

Thanks to these companies and their innovations, we can live and work comfortably, eat healthily and travel.

These industries supply raw materials, materials, fuels, energy and products we rely on every day. Think of cement, plastics, metals, fertilizers, packaging, electricity, toothbrushes, mattresses, food, medicines, parts for smartphones, cars, building materials, and even the asphalt for our roads.

These valuable resources and products are produced and processed within our region, enhancing the self-sufficiency of our countries. Moreover, they are exported globally, strengthening the Dutch and Belgian economies and contributing to long-term prosperity. Finally, the industry provides employment and social cohesion in the region. These are social and economic benefits that we do not want to lose.

Hence our commitment to bring together economic and climate interests. Across national borders, but also across the boundaries of sectors, processes and technologies.

Step by step, we are evolving together towards a future-proof industry.

Unique strengths:

  • An innovative, highly diverse port and industrial cluster 
  • Strategic importance: valuable fuels, raw materials and products that we use every day 
  • European top port North Sea Port (3rd largest in Europe) 
  • Added value of €12.7 billion
  • Employment: more than 106,000 jobs
The unique strengths of Smart Delta Resources

The Scheldt Delta region stands out for its strong cross-border collaboration between Flanders and the Netherlands, which fosters innovation and synergy. As an innovative industrial cluster with global players across various sectors, the region serves as a powerful engine for sustainable growth.

Thanks to its strategic location around North Sea Port, the region is a logistics hub of international importance. It provides employment to over 100,000 people and is a pioneer in the transition to a sustainable energy hub, with a focus on CO₂ reduction, hydrogen production, and CCUS technologies.

These strengths make the Scheldt Delta region a unique and forward-looking area where economy and ecology go hand in hand.

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