Liesbet Bombeke & Lotta Penninck Our members in action: Being niche pays off Who is Slabbinck? Kunstateliers Slabbinck is a Bruges-based family business that has been designing and creating liturgical vestments in its own workshops for four generations. From (re)designing patt... Community Community engagement Design Storytelling Trends & Inspiration Sep 24, 2026 Comm & PR
Liz Nowé Employment Law: What are the new developments in June? As of 1 August 2026, the notice period for employees with less than six months of seniority will be reduced to one week. In that sense, it can be said that the “trial period” has returned, with one im... Cents index Employment law Mobility Notice periods Pay transparency Jun 16, 2026 Social Law & JC 109-215
Aurore Theys Why should clothing companies invest in 3d? Reducing the number of physical prototypes, accelerating product development, improving communication with suppliers, lowering development costs, and responding more quickly to market demand: these ar... Design Patterns Software Jun 12, 2026 Product & Operations
Liz Nowé Have today's social-legal puzzles already been solved? There are quite a few files on the table – ranging from flexi jobs, the money index to the mobility budget, working time registration, and the law on various labor provisions, but nothing is final yet... Cents index Employment law Flexi-Jobs Mobility Working time Apr 23, 2026 Social Law & JC 109-215
Ilse Roosens What does the new Euratex Position Paper on the Digital Product Passport say? Summary The introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) will significantly change the European textile and fashion sector. At Creamoda, we are closely monitoring this and actively communicating... DPP ESPR Mar 16, 2026 Sustainability
Ilse Roosens Digital Product Passport (DPP) for clothing mandatory in 2027? Myth "In 2027, all clothing must have a DPP" VS Fact FALSE "At the earliest in 2029, a DPP will be required for clothing" + No → Not in 2027 . The obligation for a DPP for clothing is expected... DPP ESPR Mar 12, 2026 Sustainability
Matthias Vertommen What is the impact of the SNCB fare increase on labour costs? + What changes will occur in the reimbursement for transportation costs starting February 1, 2026? As of February 1, 2026, the NMBS has increased its rates by 2.6%. What are the consequences for our s... HR policy Mobility Mar 2, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
