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On 30 December 2025, Belgium’s Strukton Rail N.V. acquired the company E. de Vuyst N.V., a railway contractor based in Zottegem. The acquisition is in line with Strukton Rail N.V.’s long-term strategy to further strengthen its position on the Belgian market and to expand its role as an integrated rail partner.
Strukton Rail N.V. is part of Strukton Groep B.V., which is committed to sustainable infrastructure in Europe for today, tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. Strukton Rail N.V., based in Merelbeke, focuses on the construction, renewal and maintenance of railway infrastructure for public clients in Belgium. In this role, Strukton Rail N.V. participates in large-scale and complex projects on the rail network for trains, trams and metros.
E. de Vuyst N.V. is an established player with strong expertise in railway works and a solid position in Flanders. With the acquisition, Strukton strengthens its operational capacity and regional anchoring within the Belgian rail infrastructure market.
The activities of E. de Vuyst N.V. will be continued under the existing name. Mario De Vuyst and Ilse de Vuyst will remain active. The acquisition has no impact on operational cooperation with employees and partners. Continuity, safety and quality of execution remain priorities.
In addition to E. de Vuyst N.V., Strukton Rail N.V. has 2 other subsidiaries in Belgium:
Together, Strukton Rail N.V. and its subsidiaries cover the entire chain of rail infrastructure and rail transport in Belgium, from design and construction to operation.