Welcome to the smart technology city

The city of Genk has a rich history that changed once coal was discovered. The next milestone was the closing of these coal mines. Today, the remaining cultural heritage offers a unique framework for smart and creative incubators.

Genk has three former coal mines in Winterslag, Zwartberg and Waterschei. The third one can be called the very first coal mine in Belgian Limburg. The former mining site of Waterschei has become a hotspot for technology, energy and innovation. This 93-hectare international science park houses high-tech companies and organisations.

Eye-catcher as the beating heart

Thor Central is the beating heart of the site, a unique business and facility centre with all the facilities of a contemporary venue in a unique setting of eye-catching industrial heritage. With 16 meeting rooms, an auditorium and two multipurpose rooms equipped with modern technology, Thor Central is entirely committed to offering professional services and a unique total experience, with subtle links to the mining past in its infrastructure, catering and social programmes. Here, you can literally ‘fill up’ with ‘energy for the future’. Thor Central has a capacity of almost 2,300 people.

A creative hotspot

Centrally located in the Euroregion, Genk is ideal for any kind of meeting, featuring 19 exceptional meeting locations, including the creative C-mine hotspot. With more than 30 spaces in seven architectural buildings, C-mine is an inspiring venue for meetings, exhibitions, presentations, and events. Genk is also an important player in the healthcare, transport and logistics and sport and biodiversity sectors. If you want to be inspired by these themes and others, come discover what knowledge and information the city of Genk wants to share with you.

Shoulder to shoulder

The Genk community gladly faces new challenges shoulder to shoulder. Residents roll up their sleeves and get to work with the same pride as in the past and a clear vision of new future prospects. By focusing on its own strengths and using the power of the collective, Genk, a city of 67,000 residents, can make a big impact. Give the city of Genk a challenge, and you’ll be amazed!