Our campuses
BlueChem campuses
BlueChem supports sustainable chemistry innovators at every stage of their growth journey. Through our two complementary campuses in Antwerp, BlueChem BASE and BlueChem PORT, researchers, start-ups and scale-ups gain access to the infrastructure, expertise and industrial connections they need to turn promising technologies into successful businesses.
Both campuses are strategically located within Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster, creating a direct pathway from laboratory development to industrial implementation.
BlueChem BASE: labs and offices for early-stage chemistry start-ups
Located at Blue Gate Antwerp, BlueChem BASE is designed for researchers, spin-offs and start-ups developing innovations in sustainable chemistry. The campus offers ready-to-use and customisable laboratories, flexible office spaces, shared facilities and access to specialised business support.
Here, entrepreneurs can develop their technology, strengthen their business case and connect with research institutions, investors and leading chemical companies. BlueChem BASE provides the environment in which early-stage ideas can grow into market-ready solutions.
Best suited for: researchers, university spin-offs and start-ups taking their first entrepreneurial steps, from concept to proof of concept.
BlueChem PORT: infrastructure for industrial scale-up
Located in the NextGen District at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, BlueChem PORT brings sustainable chemistry companies closer to industrial-scale testing, demonstration and production.
The campus is designed for ambitious start-ups and scale-ups that have validated their technology and are preparing for their next phase of growth. Its strategic position in the heart of the Antwerp chemical cluster gives companies direct access to industrial partners, infrastructure, value chains and future production opportunities.
Best suited for: Start-ups moving towards market validation, business growth and industrial leadership.
