Construction of a sailing boat at COOP
Why not build a sailing boat along the canal in Anderlecht?
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Construction of a sailing boat at COOP

In May and June 2023, it is Europe in my Region, an opportunity to discover and visit the projects supported by the ERDF in Brussels-Capital Region.

Join the crew of the COOP and discover the canal and the working class neighbourhoods that border it, but above all… come and take part in the construction of a sailing boat!

On the programme: woodworking, use of tools, team spirit, collaboration…
Antonio, our carpenter, will guide you through the different steps.
All these techniques are accessible from 9 years old.

Want to join us in this adventure? You know what you have to do!
Info and registration: info@coop.brussels or by phone:
 02/899.93.00
On Wednesdays 7, 14, 21 and 28/06 from 14.00 to 16.00

COOP is a dynamic, participatory, urban and economic revitalisation project, which has received European support (2007-2013). It consists of 2 distinct activities. On the one hand, there is the reception of new or growing SMEs. This activity, which accounts for approximately 75% of the renovated surface area in this building (i.e. 3,000 m²), aims, among other things, to meet the needs of SMEs that have started up in the business centres. The premises offer some twenty modular spaces for these companies.

On the other hand, the Canal Discovery Centre is a unique place to discover another history of Brussels. Through an exhibition and cooperative and creative workshops, it provides a better understanding of the realities of the canal neighbourhoods in terms of population, industry and the environment.

The building also houses a river innovation site (construction, repair, maintenance of wooden boats), in cooperation with various local and European actors (Leonardo EU Boat project).
The premises can also host one-off events. A panoramic cafeteria completes the complex.

The participation of the European Union and the Brussels-Capital Region in the infrastructure work amounts to 8.3 M€ out of a total budget of 9.9 M€.

Photo credit : Saidane Lode

Europe and the Brussels-Capital Region are investing in our future !
Together, and thanks to the ERDF (European Regional Development Fund), Europe and the Region are carrying out numerous projects for the benefit of the people of Brussels.
This joint support from the European Union and the Region, within the framework of the ERDF, is truly a Plus for Brussels !