Creating smart ecosystems

Complex social issues are a major challenge for companies. They are impossible to solve without collaborating with external parties such as governments, organizations and citizens. Collaboration, however, requires a completely different approach than most companies are used to. Within this research area, we therefore investigate how cross-sectoral collaborations, network innovations and ecosystems can be part of business strategy, with sustainable development as the key principle.

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Events

May 08, 2026

Webinar: Training that sticks in practice: what makes the difference?

Absenteeism prevention is high on the agenda for many organizations, with a key role for line managers. Expectations are rising: they need to recognize early signals, start the conversation, and act proactively. In reality, this often happens without enough time, training, or support, on top of the operational or commercial ...

AMS Golf Trophy 2026

Join us for another exciting edition of the AMS Golf Trophy at the stunning Ternesse ...

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May 29, 2026

Webinar: Who will finance the future? The role ...

Sustainable finance is increasingly shaped by geopolitical tensions, market and regulatory uncertainty, and the need ...

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News

January 28, 2026

Bart Willocx named Public Manager of the Year

Bart Willocx, AMS alumnus of the Master in Public Management and President of the Antwerp Court of Appeal, named Public Manager of the Year 2026. ...

Antwerp Management School and BDO Belgium join forces for a ...

Antwerp Management School and BDO Belgium enter into a three-year strategic partnership to strengthen the ...

November 17, 2025

Antwerp Management School awarded ‘Pioneering Employer’ label for its focus ...

Antwerp Management School has been recognized as a Pioneering Employer 2026, a label awarded to ...

November 14, 2025

Trends Impact Awards celebrate sustainable entrepreneurship in Belgium

The Trends Impact Awards recognize organizations that have successfully translated their sustainability strategies into concrete ...

March 04, 2026

by Wouter Van Bockhaven

Air defense for the port: the start of a defense shift?

Belgium is investing in air defense for the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. An important step, but is it enough? What does a single battery mean in an era of drones, hybrid threats, and saturation attacks? And how do we prevent a necessary investment from turning into mere symbolism? In this opinion ...