Here you'll be able to work, learn and network, and develop tomorrow’s technologies. Far from being just another business centre, The Beacon is an Internet of Things community and the launch pad for your product. Our bricks and mortar are the cradle of an internationally connected Internet of Things ecosystem, crafted and managed by a dedicated innovation manager.
Cooperation, mentoring, shared projects and the valorisation of research into real products and real companies is at the heart of what we do. This is where the players that make up the IoT fabric - platforms, security specialists, connectivity experts, data scientists and many more - jointly develop new applications.
Amongst our tenants are the partners of Antwerp's Capital of Things - the Port of Antwerp, the University of Antwerp and research centre imec - who are joined by technology federation Agoria. Together they offer access to a vast industrial and logistics network of clients and partners.
Where?
Tolhuis, Sint-Pietersvliet 7, 2000 Antwerp
The Tolhuis symbolises the link between the city of Antwerp and its port. Leading maritime companies used to have their home here. Today, the city envisions a new future for this heritage site, transforming it into an innovation hub for industry, logistics and smart city.
Easily reachable by tram, bus and bike (the shared bike service ‘Velo Antwerpen’ is located just in front of the building), The Tolhuis offers outstanding accessibility by public transport. Additionally, it has an underground car park with 160 spaces for rent. Surrounded by restaurants and bars, this is the place to be with Antwerp's city centre and the lively district 't Eilandje just a stone's throw away.
Toya Dilles
toya.dilles@thebeacon.eu

You can get to The Beacon by (Antwerp city Vélo) bike, bus, tram, Waterbus, and car.
Or rent a car or scooter by using Poppy, Scooty or Cambio.
Find out more by checking the route information to find out the easiest way for you.