Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening
(De Watergroep)
Rue du Progrès 189
1030 Schaerbeek
BE
Cooperative Society
Juridical SituationNormal situation
Established6/28/1983
Large
Sewerage
Water collection, treatment and supply
ESG Risk Cases
25/1/2025De Watergroep receives a record 3,866 complaints in 2024—a 94% increase compared to 2023HIGH ALERTUNRESOLVEDRESPONSE RECEIVED
Accusation
De Watergroep received a record 3,866 complaints in 2024—a 94% increase compared to 2023. Issues inc…
Timeline
First report on 25/1/2025 by Het Nieuwsblad.
Last update on 25/1/2025.
Involved Companies
Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening
2/12/2025Protests against De Watergroep’s plan to install 10,000 floating solar panels MEDIUM ALERTUNRESOLVEDRESPONSE RECEIVED
Accusation
In 2025, protests grew against De Watergroep’s plan to install 10,000 floating solar panels on the r…
Timeline
First report on 29/7/2025 by De Standaard.
Since then, updated 4 times
Last update on 2/12/2025.
UNGC Violation Risks
Involved Companies
Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening
30/1/2025Environmental groups challenge temporary relaxation of drinking water standardsMEDIUM ALERTUNRESOLVED
Accusation
Environmental groups have appealed to the Council of State to overturn Minister Jo Brouns’ decision …
Timeline
First report on 30/1/2025 by Krant van West-Vlaanderen.
Last update on 30/1/2025.
UNGC Violation Risks
Involved Companies
Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening
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Date 4/2/2026 | Sentiment Negative | Theme Environmental Financial health Governance | Title Negative Update - Feb 04 | Source Source 1 |
Date 3/2/2026 | Sentiment Negative | Theme Environmental Governance Financial health | Title Negative Update - Feb 03 | Source Source 2 |
Date 20/1/2026 | Sentiment Positive | Theme Environmental | Title Positive Update - Jan 20 | Source Source 3 |
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as of 31/12/2024
Key highlights
- Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening turnover grew to €838.3M (+€44.7M), with a net result of -€6.7M (-1% margin).
- Financial position remains strong with total assets of €2.2B and a solvency ratio of 56%.
- Workforce efficiency is strong with 1,6K FTE generating an average turnover of €530.2K per employee.
Frequently Asked Questions
The VAT number for Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening is BE 0224771467.
Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening was established on 28 June 1983 and has been operating for 42 years.
The registered address for Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening is Rue du Progrès 189, 1030 Schaerbeek, BE.
The latest annual accounts for Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening for the year 2024 were filed on 7/7/2025.
Based on the most recent annual accounts, Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening reports 1581.1 FTEs.
In its latest annual accounts, Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening reported a turnover of €838.3M.
Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening is registered under the following NACE activities: Sewerage, Water collection, treatment and supply.
Yes. We currently list 3 unresolved ESG risk cases for Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Watervoorziening.