From airport to logistical platform: How to build cargo ecosystems that are innovative, efficient and successful at the heart of Europe?

The MBA-Talks of Antwerp Management School bring together experienced leaders and practitioners to discuss strategic challenges, exchange perspectives, and connect theory with practice.

In this edition, we welcome Geert Aerts, Chief Cargo & Real Estate Officer at Brussels Airport Company. Under his leadership, Brussels Airport has evolved beyond a traditional cargo hub by building a specialized ecosystem focused on Pharma & Life Sciences, Perishables, E-commerce, and Animal Care.

Together, we will explore how organizations can create sustainable competitive advantages through specialization, innovation, and ecosystem thinking.

Join the conversation on:

• Competing through specialization
• Building and leading ecosystems
• Creating value through digitalization and sustainability
• Strengthening resilience in a changing world

"The future of cargo is not built by moving more freight, but by orchestrating powerful ecosystems in carefully chosen specialty domains, where infrastructure, innovation, digitalization, and the airport community together create sustainable competitive advantage." - Geert Aerts | Brussels Airport Company

Program:

• 18:30 to 19:00 | Welcome and introduction 
• 19:00 to 20:15 | MBA-talk with Geert Aerts and Geert Scheipers
• 20:15 to 21:00 | Networking reception with faculty, guests and participants

We hope to see you on this inspiring evening!