The growth is not only noticeable in Wielsbeke. The River Terminal Roeselare, which is due for its second full working year, is also achieving good results. “Almost 80,000 tons were treated in 2024,” said Himpe. “Moreover, that figure was already achieved at the end of April 2025, which indicates a sharp rise in activities.” In the meantime, 15 companies use this terminal, where 53 shipments took place last year.
Finally, Himpe points to the importance of the Roeselare-Leie Waterweg as an economic vein in the region. “In 2024, more than 3.8 million tonnes of goods were transported via the canal.”