The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is launching the third edition of its training program, “Introduction to the Luxembourg Financial Market”, which will take place from September 1 to 11, 2026, in Luxembourg. This initiative is aimed at young professionals seeking to develop their careers in the financial sector in the Grand Duchy, offering a unique opportunity to integrate into a dynamic and highly competitive market.

Training Objectives

The program aims to provide participants with the key skills required to operate in the Luxembourg financial sector, addressing it from both an economic and legal perspective. The curriculum combines theory and practice, consolidating fundamental finance principles while adapting to the local context to facilitate professional insertion. Upon completion, participants will have access to a minimum six-month contract with financial sector companies.

Target Audience, Admission Requirements, and Applications

The program is designed for graduates in Economics, Finance, Law with an economic specialization, Political Science with an economic focus, and Business Administration (ADE), as well as for master’s degree holders with at least one year of work experience and a good command of English, interested in expanding their knowledge of the Luxembourg banking and financial sector. Knowledge of other languages will be considered an advantage but is not a mandatory requirement.

Candidate selection will be carried out through resume review and a personal interview. Interested applicants must send their application to luxembourg@e-camara.com, including the registration form, CV, motivation letter, and a copy of their degree with courses and grades.

The program, delivered entirely in English, has a fee of €1,850 + VAT. An additional registration fee of €100 + VAT (non-refundable) is required, which will be deducted from the total amount in the event that the candidate is ultimately admitted to the program.

Organization and Program

The training will be conducted over two weeks, with 4-hour daily sessions, promoting interaction and the study of real case scenarios. The teaching staff will consist of recognized professionals from the Luxembourg financial sector.

The detailed program from the previous edition can be consulted at this link.

Next Wednesday 9^th September, from 9.00 to 10.15 a.m., the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a breakfast-debate with the participation of Pilar Sáenz de Ormijana, Finance Counsellor at the Permanent Representation of Spain to the European Union.

The topic of the presentation will be the “2028-2034 MFF Negotiations: Status quo and Next Steps”.

The event will take place in Brussels, at the premises of the Chamber (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9^th floor, 1210 Brussels).

The presentation will be in English. You can register for this breakfast in this link:

On Wednesday 9 September 2026, at 6.30 pm, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a conference on “Entrepreneurship in Luxembourg: key considerations, common mistakes and practical advice”, which will take place at the Chambre de Métiers (2, Circuit de la Foire Internationale L-1347 Luxembourg).

This conference is primarily aimed at people interested in starting a business in Luxembourg, as well as entrepreneurs and professionals who wish to gain a practical understanding of the main aspects to consider when setting up and developing a business in the Grand Duchy.

The event will feature Maria Catalán, founder and Managing Director of Planinlux, who will share practical recommendations based on her experience supporting entrepreneurs and companies in Luxembourg.

The conference will take a practical approach, offering specific recommendations and real-life examples to help attendees avoid common pitfalls and make better decisions from the outset of their project.

For its part, the Chamber will present its entrepreneurship support programmes, EmprendeBeLux and the European Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) programme.

The event will be held in Spanish. You can view the full programme via the following link.

A networking reception will follow the information session.

You can register for this free session via the following link:

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with its member Ceca Magán Abogados and the law firm Philippe and Partners, is organising a conference on Thursday, 10 September 2026, from 12:00 to 13:30, entitled “M&A Processes in Spain, Belgium and Luxembourg: Similarities and Differences.” The event will take place at the Chamber’s premises (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9th floor – 1210 Brussels).

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) remain one of the most effective strategies for companies seeking growth, market expansion, or business consolidation. However, the legal, regulatory and transactional frameworks governing these operations can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another.

During this session, experts from Ceca Magán and Philippe and Partners will provide a comparative overview of M&A processes in Spain, Belgium and Luxembourg, highlighting the key similarities and differences that businesses, investors and executives should consider when planning cross-border transactions.

This session is designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and professionals interested in gaining a better understanding of the M&A landscape in these three strategic European markets and identifying opportunities for successful cross-border growth.

The speakers from Ceca Magán Abogados will be José María Pastrana, Partner, together with Ione Ferreño and Mar Sanz, both lawyers specialising in corporate and commercial law. Representing Philippe & Partners will be Denis Philippe, lawyer admitted to the Brussels and Luxembourg Bars; Violette Hostens, lawyer admitted to the Brussels Bar; and Marine Degodenne, lawyer admitted to the Luxembourg Bar.

Following the conference, participants will have the opportunity to continue the discussion and network with fellow attendees during a light lunch.

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Next Tuesday 15th September, from 12.30 to 14.30, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a luncheon-debate in the framework of its Business Circle tribune with the participation of Bernd Biervert, Head of Cabinet of Maroš Šefčovič, Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security.

The event will be held in the Hotel NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon (Rue Bodenbroek 2, 1000 Brussels).

More information on the theme of the luncheon-debate will be available soon.

The presentation will be in English and under the Chatham House Rule.

You can register for this luncheon in this link.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with Agoria (BSDI), is organising a speed networking event entitled “Spain-Belgium Business Meeting for the Security and Defence Industry” on Wednesday 16 September, from 10.00 to 13.15, which will take place at Agoria’s offices in Diegem (Amber Building, Hermeslaan 7, 1831).

Agoria BSDI is the cluster that gather Belgian companies providing technological solutions or services for military use – from rugged materials and mechatronics to digital systems for monitoring, communication and intervention.

The event aims to bring together a select group of Spanish and Belgian firms operating in the security and defence sector, with the aim of fostering high-value business relationships. To ensure the event’s direct focus, bilateral meetings are reserved exclusively for internal representatives and staff of the participating security and defence companies.

The programme will consist of one-to-one meetings lasting between 7 and 10 minutes, allowing participants to network with representatives from Belgian companies in the security and defence industry.

Participation is limited to 40 companies from the security and defence sector (20 from each country) to ensure the quality of interactions. Meetings will be pre-arranged based on the information provided during registration. Acceptance of registrations is subject to final approval by the organisers.

The event will conclude with a light networking lunch, offering further opportunities for professional exchange.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with its member company Certa Insurance Partners, is hosting a breakfast conference on “Managing tax risk through insurance” on 22 September, from 9:00 to 10:00. The event will take place at the Hotel Meliá Luxembourg (1 Park Drai Eechelen, 1499 Luxembourg).

The event will provide a practical overview of tax risk insurance as a tool for managing fiscal uncertainty in transactions and corporate structuring. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the types of tax exposures that insurance can cover, as well as the jurisdictional considerations that shape the availability and scope of such coverage.

The session will walk participants through the end-to-end process of obtaining tax risk insurance, from the initial insurability assessment and engagement with underwriters to binding coverage and claims handling, and will include real-life examples drawn from the Luxembourg and Spanish markets.

The conference will feature four specialists from Certa Insurance Partners: Tom Cartwright, Director and Head of Tax; Alistair Godwin and Julia Monsech, Senior Tax Underwriters; and Alejandro Rams, Tax Underwriter.

The session will be held in English and will be followed by a networking breakfast. Places are limited.

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On 23^rd September and 24^th September 2026, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg will organise an online training on “Communication for European projects”, in collaboration with its member company Vision Communication Consultancy.

This webinar hosted by the trainer Ramón Vila, Director of Vision Communication, is focused on providing branding, public affairs, marketing, communication or community engagement professionals with the keys to execute and evaluate a comprehensive and effective communication campaign for their agencies, organisations, programmes and European projects.

During the first session, a presentation of EU communication will be given with an explanation of the different EU projects currently in existence. The reality of consortia in European projects and the need to adapt the project communication and dissemination strategy to different contexts will be explored.

The second session will focus on project communication, exploring the management of social networks, the different communication products, and the need for proper event management.

Throughout both sessions, participants will have the opportunity to learn about examples of good and bad practices of communication in different European projects and how to effectively design and manage a communication strategy in different projects granted by the EU.

You can check the full programme of the course here.