{"id":45501,"date":"2023-07-20T00:03:14","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T00:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sms-bridges.com\/staging\/?p=45501"},"modified":"2025-11-17T09:43:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T09:43:38","slug":"get-a-head-start-in-brussels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sms-bridges.com\/staging\/get-a-head-start-in-brussels\/","title":{"rendered":"Get a head start in Brussels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

William Delsemme<\/strong>, representative of hub.brussels in Japan, highlighted the newly launched My Welcome Package, a landing kit funded by the Brussels government that comes at no cost to the recipient. This initiative is specifically designed to provide Japanese entrepreneurs and businesses with a head start as they enter the European market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brussels, the capital of Belgium, lies at the heart of Europe\u2019s major institutions, consumer markets and logistic networks. | \u00a9 hub.brussels<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u201cApplicants of hub.brussels\u2019 My Welcome Package are provided with personal guidance from industry experts,\u201d Delsemme explained. \u201cWe provide regulatory support, facilitate matchmaking events, and offer insights into trade fairs and funding opportunities. With our extensive network and expertise, we help navigate the European business landscape with ease.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the key advantages of the package is access to a vast partner network. Through the platform, Japanese companies can connect with trusted local partners in areas such as accounting, legal services, human resources, financial services and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, hub.brussels offers three months of office space and access to its workspace facilities for free, ensuring every business a strong start. They also help companies establish suitable permanent office locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We assist businesses in identifying and applying for relevant funding opportunities, grants and financial incentives available in Brussels to support their growth and development.<\/p>William Delsemme<\/strong>, Representative of hub.brussels in Japan<\/mark><\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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\u201cWe assist businesses in identifying and applying for relevant funding opportunities, grants and financial incentives available in Brussels to support their growth and development,\u201d Delsemme added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In specific sectors \u2014 like life sciences, \u201ccleantech\u201d and digital \u2014 additional financial grants are available to cover initial operational expenses, such as company registration, hiring, searching for accommodations or coaching for sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Registration only takes two minutes and can be done through:
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