Recognition from one of the world's leading defence and aerospace technology companies validates Connect Group's operational flexibility, responsiveness and commitment to trusted industrial partnerships.
Connect Group has received an award from Thales Belgium in recognition of its “exceptional agility and adaptability, proving vital in the successful expansion of our operational capacities.”
The recognition was presented during a defence industry event hosted by Thales Belgium, bringing together key stakeholders from government, industry and academia to discuss Belgium's defence strategy and the role of local industrial capabilities in strengthening European security and technological sovereignty.
Among those present were Theo Francken, Belgian Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade, Eléonore Simonet, Minister for the Self-Employed, SMEs and the Middle Class, and Alain Quevrin, Country Director Belgium & Luxembourg at Thales Belgium. Connect Group was represented by CEO Jeroen Tuik.
When an Award Becomes Proof
Agility, adaptability and responsiveness are qualities frequently highlighted across the manufacturing and technology sectors.
Their true value, however, is demonstrated when they are recognised by a customer operating in highly demanding environments.
What makes this award particularly meaningful is who it comes from.
Thales is one of the world's leading defence, aerospace and advanced technology companies, supporting defence and security programmes across Europe and around the globe.
Recognition from an organisation of this calibre provides meaningful validation of Connect Group's ability to adapt to evolving requirements, respond quickly to changing priorities and support customers through complex industrial challenges.
Supporting Customers in a Dynamic Defence Environment
As a Belgian company headquartered in Kampenhout with a global operational footprint, Connect Group contributes to strengthening Europe's industrial capabilities through technological expertise, operational flexibility and long-term customer partnerships.
The award reflects the ability of Connect Group's teams to adapt quickly, solve complex challenges and support demanding programmes in an increasingly dynamic environment.
Connect Group was proud to receive the award alongside Lambert Automotive, Lambda-X, Verhaert High-Tech and the University of Liège, organisations that each contribute valuable expertise to Belgium's growing defence ecosystem.
The event also highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry, government and academia in strengthening Europe's defence capabilities and building resilient industrial supply chains for the future.
Making Customers Succeed
For Connect Group, the recognition from Thales Belgium represents more than a trophy.
It is proof that agility, adaptability and responsiveness are not simply values described in presentations, but capabilities experienced by customers and partners every day.
"At Connect Group, our commitment is simple: we make our customers succeed," said Jeroen Tuik, CEO of Connect Group.
"This recognition is particularly meaningful because it comes directly from a customer. It is proof that agility, adaptability and responsiveness are not simply values we talk about, but capabilities that help our customers achieve their goals in highly demanding environments."
Building Resilience Through Partnership
One of the key messages throughout the event was the importance of collaboration in building resilient defence capabilities.
Strong defence ecosystems depend on trusted relationships between technology companies, manufacturers, research institutions and public stakeholders. They require organisations that can adapt quickly, collaborate effectively and support long-term programme success.
As European defence investments continue to accelerate, Connect Group remains committed to supporting customers through engineering expertise, manufacturing excellence and trusted partnerships that help transform strategic ambitions into operational reality.
Because the strongest proof is not what a company says about itself.
It is what customers experience every day.
If you are looking for a strong partnership for your defence or high-requirement programmes, get in touch with out team.
