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It is with a heavy heart that we would like to inform you that we have decided to cancel the planned edition of PoolXpo on March 5. Below, we would like to explain why we have come to this decision. In recent years, we have tried with great commitment and conviction to create our own...

In the complex landscape of Belgian swimming infrastructure, where operators such as Sportoase, LAGO, and Vita bridge the gap between sporting ambitions and recreational experiences, efficient business operations are unthinkable today without extensive automation. Whereas managing a swimming pool used to consist mainly of technical control and staff planning, the focus is now shifting...

For swimming pool builders, the challenge in 2026 is clear: order books are full, but qualified technicians are scarcer than ever. Nothing eats into profitability like a skilled worker stuck in traffic on the Brussels ring road or the E40, only to arrive on site and find that a...

For years, the inverter heat pump was considered the final piece of the puzzle in an energy-efficient swimming pool project. Anyone who installed a heat pump had their system "in order." By 2026, that reasoning will be outdated. The Belgian swimming pool market has matured, and today's professionals are looking beyond the heat source alone. Energy efficiency is no longer about a single device, but about...

From 2026 onwards, ZwembadBranche Dag België will continue under a new name: PoolXpo. With this name, we want to create a single, recognizable brand identity that immediately clarifies what the event stands for in both Flanders and Wallonia: a professional trade fair that brings together the entire swimming pool sector. The name PoolXpo is more fitting...

Sustainability will once again be one of the most important themes for the Belgian swimming pool sector in 2026. Energy and water consumption, maintenance costs, and increasingly stringent regulations are weighing more heavily than ever. Whereas in the past, the purchase price was the main consideration, today's choice revolves around one central question: how sustainable, efficient, and affordable will a...

The annual report from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) once again shows how rapidly the world of fitness and health is evolving. Technology, active aging, weight management, and hybrid sports continue to grow, along with strong demand for recovery, balance, and gentle forms of exercise. At first glance, this seems particularly relevant...

DURATECH introduces the DURA-Hi heat pump: a revolutionary solution for both private swimming pools and spas. This compact and whisper-quiet heat pump delivers impressive performance and excels in efficiency and ease of use. The DURA-Hi is up to 50% smaller than traditional heat pumps, which not only reduces storage and transport costs, but also simplifies installation. By...

The Belgian market for private swimming pools is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Driven by new consumer expectations, technological innovations, and environmental awareness, pool professionals are adapting flexibly to meet these evolving needs. Smart and sustainable pools are gaining ground In a context where environmental friendliness and cost efficiency are becoming increasingly important, the demand for ecological...

A Flemish world first: startup Swimwise presents solutions to the shortage of swimming facilities for schools and local swimmers. And it does so without subsidies or government support. The number of children who cannot swim is rising alarmingly, and schools are finding it increasingly difficult to find a solution. The waiting lists for private swimming lessons are endless and the high...