On October 30, 2026, Queen Mathilde of Belgium visited the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO – Vlaamse Instelling voor Technologisch Onderzoek) in Mol as part of the preparations for future Belgian economic missions abroad, which she will lead.
This multidisciplinary research centre operates in more than 40 fields and works with businesses and public authorities to develop innovative solutions to climate and environmental challenges, as well as to support the transition to a circular economy. VITO EARTH is the first climate-neutral laboratory building in Flanders.
During her visit, the Queen learned about several innovations, including Carbstone technology. This technology makes it possible to produce building materials from industrial residues without using traditional cement, while also capturing and storing CO₂ within the materials. The Belgian company BESIX used this technology in the construction of the ARAMCO Stadium in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
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