Mechelen as a hub for innovation & digitalisation

Voka Mechelen-Kempen aims to further develop Mechelen into a regional hub for innovation and digitalisation. By collaborating with VanRoey, a national player in managed IT services, cybersecurity, business applications, and (cloud) infrastructure, companies can count on strong expert support, inspiration, and practical guidance. Arne Vanlaer, Innovation and Digitalisation Advisor at Voka, will play a central role in connecting businesses, experts, and partners.

“Our region has been at the forefront in Flanders for years, but to maintain that leading position, we need to focus even more on innovation and digitalisation. Economic growth is slowing, and the impact of AI and new technologies is becoming ever greater. That is why we must make strategic choices today that empower entrepreneurs, create future-proof jobs, and prepare Mechelen to be a driving force for tomorrow's economy.” says Tom Laveren, managing director of Voka Mechelen-Kempen.

Regional proximity & peace of mind

VanRoey is primarily known for its customer-focused support, which is based on in-depth, sector-specific partner alliances and its own Security Operations Center (SOC) and a broad portfolio of managed services. Last month, VanRoey also announced the Merger intention with Dynamate The goal is clear: together we will grow into a leading, integrated managed IT partner for medium-sized and large organisations and governments.

VanRoey previously strengthened its offering of business applications, managed services, and cybersecurity through other acquisitions. This also further established the company geographically in West- (Sonic) in East FlandersThe CollectiveIn Limburg, finally, VanRoey strengthened its position thanks to the acquisition of Group K.

Capitalising on the growing impact of AI & Cybersecurity

“VanRoey has its origins firmly rooted in the Kempen region, and with Voka Mechelen, it now has an additional strategic base there. From this regional proximity, we support companies and organisations and guide them with their security challenges, digitalisation, and AI implementation.”, says Sales & Marketing Director Frédéric Michils, Sales at VanRoey.

“As the cyber threat landscape becomes more complex each year due to the growing impact of technologies such as AI, organisations are seeking partners who go beyond implementation and also take long-term responsibility for support and security. We are therefore particularly pleased with this strategic partnership with Voka Mechelen-Kempen. This allows us to better support companies in the region in both their daily security challenges and further digitalisation and AI adoption.”