Orange Belgium's Hey! wins brand of the year award
BELGIUM 9 JAN

Orange Belgium's Hey! wins brand of the year award

Orange Belgium's budget brand Hey! has been named Brand of the Year for 2026 by Product of the Year (POY) Belgium. This is the first time a telecom brand has been named in this category, with the award based on a survey of around 10,000 consumers. 

Belgium drops plans for 26 GHz auction after little market interest
BELGIUM 9 JAN

Belgium drops plans for 26 GHz auction after little market interest

The Belgian mobile operators are not interested in the 26 GHz band, despite the EU naming this one of the pioneer bands for 5G. The latest market consultation by regulator Bipt found only Proximus interested, but then only if licence prices were much lower and the limits on electromagnetic radiation were relaxed in Brussels and Wallonia regions. Telenet and Orange Belgium said they did not see a need yet for the 26 GHz band, and Citymesh did not respond to the consultation which closed in November. 

Citymesh tests connected drones with Ardennes fire service
BELGIUM 9 JAN

Citymesh tests connected drones with Ardennes fire service

Belgian operator Citymesh announced a new partnership with the fire service in the Flemish Ardennes region to deploy connected drones to support their work. The trial will see drones placed at four locations - Oudenaarde, Ronse, Zottegem and Kruisem - so they can be deployed in minutes if needed to assist during a call-out for the fire service. They can send live images to the dispatch centre and first-line intervention teams, helping them prepare en route to the fire.

Belgian VO market grows less than 1% amid increased competition
BELGIUM 9 JAN

Belgian VO market grows less than 1% amid increased competition

Virtual mobile operators in Belgium showed limited growth in customer numbers in the past year, amid increased competition from newcomer Digi. The latest research by Telecompaper shows the total VO market, including independent MVNOs and second brands owned by mobile operators, accounted for almost 2.7 million Sims in Belgium at the end of Q3 2025, an increase of just 0.8 percent year-on-year. 

Sewan strengthens Belgian business with takeover of partner TechIT.be
BELGIUM 7 JAN

Sewan strengthens Belgian business with takeover of partner TechIT.be

Sewan is expanding in Belgium with the takeover of TechIT.be, based just outside Brussels. Started in 2010 the company provides telecom and IT services for businesses, including internet, telephony, cloud, security and infrastructure services. The two companies already work together for around ten years. 

Telenet sells stake in TV production house Caviar to management
BELGIUM 7 JAN

Telenet sells stake in TV production house Caviar to management

Belgian operator Telenet has sold its stake in the TV production company Caviar to the latter's management. The sale was completed at the end of 2025, leaving Belgium's biggest production house in the hands of its founders and French investment fund Axio Together Fund and tech entrepreneur Jurgen Ingels. It said the new ownership will give Caviar more opportunities for international expansion. No financial details of the sale were disclosed. 

Bipt rules out universal service provider as social internet tariff gains traction
BELGIUM 6 JAN

Bipt rules out universal service provider as social internet tariff gains traction

Basic internet services remain widely available and affordable in Belgium, making the designation of a universal service provider unnecessary, according to an annual assessment by the regulator Bipt. Its research shows 99.4 percent of households can access fixed internet services with speeds of at least 10 Mbps. The few un-served spots are in rural areas, mainly in Wallonia, and these areas are served by mobile and satellite networks.

Belgian football league obtains mediation decision ordering Dazn to continue coverage
BELGIUM 31 DEC 2025

Belgian football league obtains mediation decision ordering Dazn to continue coverage

Dazn must continue to cover the Belgian football league with live broadcasts and make payments to the Pro League under their agreed contract according to a mediation decision. The Pro League had requested the agency Cepani mediate in its dispute with Dazn, after the sports streaming service said in November that it was no longer able to meet the terms of the agreement. 

Sony tests private 5G network with Citymesh for Tomorrowland coverage
BELGIUM 29 DEC 2025

Sony tests private 5G network with Citymesh for Tomorrowland coverage

Belgian operator Citymesh has tested 5G live streaming with Sony, Gravity Belgium and CK Productions at the Tomorrowland dance music festival. Building on the success of previous 5G tests in Belgium, including the Croky Cup football event, this trial marked a significant step in exploring how 5G can transform live event production, the company said. 

Proximus starts investigation into major data breach
BELGIUM 24 DEC 2025

Proximus starts investigation into major data breach

Belgian operator Proximus announced a major data breach, saying it has started an investigation into the security incident. A external contractor made unauthorised access "on a large scale" to a company database containing customer information. They were able to see personal information such as name, address, email, date of birth and phone number. Other sensitive data such as Sim or payment details, national numbers, passwords and communications were not accessed. Proximus did not disclose how many customer

Eurofiber Belgium
BELGIUM 23 DEC 2025

Eurofiber Belgium

This company profile analyses Eurofiber Belgium, a provider of network access services over open fibre networks in Belgium and part of Eurofiber Group. The report contains information on Eurofiber Belgium's current position and strategy. It discusses the company's latest financial figures and gives an overview of its current network. The report provides details of the product portfolio of Eurofiber Belgium. It looks at the market in which Eurofiber Belgium operates as well as its competitors. Furthermore the profile reports on Eurofiber Belgium's' marketing activities, including its customer strategy. Lastly the profile contains Telecompaper's SWOT analysis of Eurofiber Belgium

Integrity360 buys Brussels-based cybersecurity company Cresco
BELGIUM 22 DEC 2025

Integrity360 buys Brussels-based cybersecurity company Cresco

Integrity360, Ireland-based global cybersecurity group, has announced the acquisition of Brussels-based cybersecurity services company Cresco. This marks Integrity360's expansion into the Benelux market, creating a key regional hub and supporting further expansion into continental Europe. 

BELGIUM 19 DEC 2025

Belgian Mobile Virtual Operators 2025-Q3

This report covers the mobile virtual operator market in Belgium as of the third quarter of 2025. This report has an operational focus, commenting on subscriber numbers, market shares and related developments, rather than a financial focus. The analysis is based on Telecompaper's continuous research into the development of the Belgian mobile virtual operators market. The focus is on all types of virtual operators, including operator owned virtual brands, co-marketing partnerships and independent MVNOs.

BELGIUM 19 DEC 2025

Cegeka recognised as sovereign cloud provider by HPE

Belgian IT services provider Cegeka announced it has been recognised by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) as a service provider for Sovereign Private Cloud services in Belgium and Luxembourg. As a result Cegeka can provide cloud solutions based on HPE Private Cloud Enterprise and meet demand for cloud services with sovereign protection for data and IT systems. Cegeka said this recognises its expertise in delivering sovereign cloud solutions that combine technological innovation with local governance, securit

BELGIUM 19 DEC 2025

Ctitymesh renews Bruges city contract for wireless networks

Citymesh has won another contract from the city of Bruges. For the third time it was awarded the wireless infrastructure deal, and this time Citymesh is the main contractor. The deal runs for up to six years and has a potential value of EUR 50 million.

BELGIUM 18 DEC 2025

Colt Belgium

This company profile analyses Colt Technology Services, focusing on the company's operations in Belgium. The report contains information on Colt's current position and strategy, discusses the company's latest financial figures and gives an overview of its current network. The report provides details of the product portfolio of Colt and looks at the market in which Colt operates as well as its competitors. Furthermore, the profile reports on Colt's marketing activities, including its customer strategy. Lastly the profile contains Telecompaper's SWOT analysis of Colt

BELGIUM 18 DEC 2025

Belgian study finds more competitive mobile prices since Digi launch

The mobile services market is more competitive in Belgium than a year ago, according to the latest international price comparison by market regulator Bipt. However prices for fixed broadband and multiplay packages remain relatively high. The study looks at prices in relation to the neighbouring countries Germany, France, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.

BELGIUM 17 DEC 2025

Proximus CFO to depart in January

Proximus is losing another top executive, with CFO Mark Reid announcing plans to step down at the end of January 2026 to take a new job in the UK. He will become CFO at outsourcing group Serco from next March. Reid joined the Belgian operator in May 2021, after working previously at Liberty Global. Nicolas Gaertner, deputy CFO, will take over as interim CFO from mid-January until a permanent successor is named. 

BELGIUM 17 DEC 2025

Telenet CTO joins Liberty Global to lead networks strategy

Liberty Global has named Luk Bruynseels to the new position of Managing Director Networks & Capital Allocation, from March 2026. Bruynseels come from Telenet, Liberty Global's Belgian subsidiary, where he has worked 16 years, most recently as CTO. He will be responsible for fixed and mobile networks and relevant capital allocations, playing "a key role in the ongoing shaping of Liberty Global's network strategy", the group said.

BELGIUM 15 DEC 2025

Telenet upgrades video voice search with AI

Belgian operator Telenet is upgrading its voice remote control with AI. With more natural language customers should be able to find TV and streaming content more easily as a result. The update follows a renewed TV menu designed to facilitate access to a growing range of channels and apps. 

BELGIUM 12 DEC 2025

Cegeka to operate entirely on renewable energy from 2026

Belgian IT services provider Cegeka said it aims to operate entirely on its own self-generated renewable energy from 2026. This is part of a target to offer zero-carbon cloud services by 2030. As part of the plan, the company is investing in its own wind turbine in Tessenderlo and agreed a long-term contract with the Kristal Solar Park in Lommel. The projects should generate enough energy to power its data centres, offices and electric vehicles from next year, both in Belgium and the Netherlands.

BELGIUM 12 DEC 2025

Telenet to work with WeTechCare on digital skills and inclusion

Belgian operator Telenet announced it's working with the group WeTechCare on digital inclusion. They plan to strengthen and accelerate the roll-out of the 123Digit platform, a free online tool designed to help people improve their digital skills. It includes educational material, digital skills tests and support from volunteers and charities. 

BELGIUM 11 DEC 2025

Belgian data centre market reaching maturity as major projects near completion

The Belgian data centre market is reaching maturity, supported by two years of new project construction. According to industry group BDIA the commercial capacity should exceed 260 MW in 2026, including co-location facilities and hyperscale campuses. Both local and international groups are investing in the market, including recent major expansions by Google and Microsoft. The report names the main challenges for further growth access to power suppliers, slow permitting procedures and availability of skilled

BELGIUM 11 DEC 2025

Digi Belgium sees FTTH footprint reaching 100,000 homes by year-end

Digi Belgium is speeding up its FTTH roll-out and expects to have around 100,000 homes ready for service by the end of this year, CEO Jeroen Degadt told De Tijd. Work is underway in 12 municipalities around Brussels, Ghent and Charleroi, and the group also acquired a small network in the Liege region. With sales solid in areas where the network is available, the group is focused on expanding its infrastructure steadily, he said.

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