Science · Fieldwork · Prevention · Control
Understand the Asian hornet.
Coordinate our response.
A day of learning and discussion bringing together scientists, institutions, field practitioners, beekeepers and citizens to review current knowledge, exchange experiences and identify practical ways to improve Asian hornet management in Belgium.
Practical information
Getting there
The BEL is located at Tour & Taxis, in the Brussels Environment building. Please favour public transport, walking or cycling. See the link below for routes and access information.
View access information for the BELFood and drinks
On-site catering is being considered. Details will be announced shortly.
The day at a glance
Morning · Science and monitoring
Scientific knowledge, Asian hornet monitoring and coordination between stakeholders.
Afternoon · Practice and cooperation
Management methods, field experience and local authority initiatives.
Welcome from 9am · Closing at 5.30pm
Informal networking proposed from 5.30 to 6.30pm.
Provisional programme. Times, topics and speakers may still change.
Participation: €35 per person
Full-day admission and talks, two coffee breaks, sandwich lunch, closing drink and event-related newsletters.
A volunteer-led association initiative
The 2027 Information Day on the Asian hornet is organised by Vespa Alert ASBL, an association that receives no operating subsidies.
The event relies on its members’ voluntary commitment and on the active support of Brussels Environment, which contributes to its preparation and organisation, including by providing the BEL spaces at Tour & Taxis free of charge.
Other organisational costs, including reception, catering, equipment, communications and logistics, remain the association’s responsibility and must be covered by its own resources, participant contributions and any external support.
Our aim is to make this event as accessible as possible while encouraging valuable exchanges between scientists, professionals, beekeepers, public authorities and citizens.
Become a volunteer
Would you like to help make this event a success? Join our volunteer team.
Apply to volunteerPre-registration
Pre-registration does not reserve a place. Final registration is not yet open.
Pre-registered visitors will be notified first when registration opens.
