EUROVIA: A Beginning of a New Chapter for the European Union

What is Eurovia? Eurovia, as a non-profit accredited by the European Parliament, is shaping Europe’s future through innovation, collaboration and integration. With having a decisive voice in Brussels’ bureaucratic and diplomatic corridors, the organization’s purpose is to weaving influence into the fabric of European policy and shaping the continent’s shared future. Eurovia actively takes seat at the European Parliament’s and European Commission’s meetings, and the organization becomes the voice of the nations’ to make European Union a stronger, wealthier, mightier, greener, safer and smarter. Within it’s broad network — including ministries, Members of the European Parliament, public organisations, prime ministers, private enterprises, non-profits, and European Commissioners — Eurovia shapes the future of Europe.

Founders of Eurovia
Founded by Oguzhan Ari, Eurovia reflects the vision and dedication of a leader deeply committed to Europe’s future. With a strong academic background in business administration and European affairs from one of the top universities in Europe — KU Leuven, ARI also holds a strong expertise in project development, international collaboration, a visionary leadership, European history, the origins and the development of European integration. During his academic journey, he founded and led an international student association at Europe’s most innovative university, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. The association aimed to help international students integrate quickly into Europe’s complex environment and contribute meaningfully to the Union’s social, cultural, economic and academic life. Acting as a lobbyst at the European Parliament, Oguzhan Ari actively voices his andEuropean people’s views to make Europe a stronger, more inclusive and better place for its people. Mentioning a remarkful sentence by the founder of Eurovia, Oguzhan Ari: “The question is not who you are, but who your team is?”, Eurovia proudly highlights the strenght of its highly skilled and diverse team. Comprising EU officers, policy advisors, lawyers and engineers, the organisation has brought a capacity-driven professionals dedicated to shape Europe’s future, together. Aligned with its mission to be the voice of all of Europe, Eurovia brings together professionals from multiple nationalities — including Belgian, German, Italian, Romanian, Dutch, and French experts — fostering a truly pan-European spirit that reflects the unity and diversity of the European Union.

Eurovia’s Commitment to Europe

Eurovia’s faithful commitment to Europe is more than a principle — it is a solid expression of its mission and vision extending through Eurovia’s financial and moral support to the symbolic events and influential institutions.

For the celebration of Europe Day, Eurovia proudly organized and sponsored to an event at the Permanent Representation to the European Union, in partnership with KU Leuven and the Ministry of Foreing Affairs. The event gathered a distinguished audience, including ambassadors, senior European Parliament representatives, NATO officials, local government leaders, media professionals, cultural organisation directors and international students from across Europe. In line with Eurovia’s mission to foster integration and educational opportunities across Europe, the programme featured inspiring testimonials from Erasmus+ students — Samy Addahri from Belgium, Alexandru Niculescu from Romania, Beatriz Santos Mayo from Spain, Thomas Germenot from France who shared their experiences of cross-cultural learning, academic development, and personal growth. These voices brought a vibrant, human dimension to the evening, reflecting the essence of Europe Day: unity in diversity. The evening was further enriched by keynote speeches from Ambassadors, from Oguzhan Ari, interactive discussions, and high-level networking, where policymakers, academics, and civil society leaders explored new pathways for cooperation within the European Union. By convening such a diverse and influential group of stakeholders, Eurovia once again demonstrated its role as a bridge-builder, shaping integration and strengthening Europe’s shared future.

Driving Innovation Through Landmark Projects
By taking the lead in the field of innovation, Eurovia built a portfolio of projects that stand as milestones in education, technology, integration, defence, agriculture and mechanics. Among its most known achievements is the Guhem Space and Aviation Training Center, one of Europe’s largest interactive aerospace facilities and a member of International Astronautical Federation, the Training Center features a Cessna 172 Flight simulation academy and immerse educational modules designed to inspire the next generation of Europe’s scientists and engineers – or maybe the astronauts.

In partnership with inCursor Technology, Eurovia co-developed “TARBOT” – Autonomous Agricultural Robot, an AI powered system capable of detecting and treating crop diseases with precision, significantly reducing chemical usage and water waste thus fully aligning with Europe’s Green Deal ambitions. The project illustrates Eurovia’s expertise to merge cutting-edge research with real world applications to enchance sustainability and technological development.

Beyond technology, Eurovia has demonstrated operational excellence in Erasmus+ mobility projects, managing the whole project, logistics, internships, and cultural integration for international participants. Notably, its collaboration with the National Agency brought students to Belgium for hands-on training in the field of renewable energy, coupled with curated cultural experiences in Brussels, Bruges, and Ghent. In line with its mission to connect education with policy, Eurovia also invited these students to the European Parliament, providing them with an official guided tour. This unique opportunity gave them first-hand insight into how the European Union functions, fostering a deeper understanding of European governance and civic engagement.

Eurovia’s commitment to integration extends to close cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, where it brings pressing issues to the forefront of policy discussions. Through fully funded projects supported by the ministry, Eurovia has built bridges between national and international students, promoting collaboration and mutual understanding across Europe. In another flagship initiative, the organisation partnered with the ministry to connect veteran professionals with high school and university students — guiding young people in shaping their career pathways and thus contributing to Europe’s social, cultural, and economic environment.

From Partnering to Coordinating the EU Projects
Started from partnering the projects, Eurovia now becomes the full partner or the coordinatior of EU projects across various fields: Horizon Europe – Research & Innovation, Erasmus+ – Education, Youth & Sport, Creative Europe – Culture & Media, LIFE Programme – Environment & Climate Action, AMIF – Asylum, Migration & Integration.

Not only does Eurovia implement its own projects, but it has also published a comprehensive guide for those who wish to apply for EU projects but are unsure where to start. The book, titled Guide to EU Funds 2025, is available online and in local markets. It demystifies European funding opportunities and empowers municipalities, NGOs, and businesses to craft competitive proposals. Prepared in collaboration with experts in EU projects, official EU project evaluators, and coordinators from programmes such as Horizon Europe and Erasmus+, this resource serves as an essential roadmap for successful EU funding applications.

A Trusted Leader for Europe’s Future
Eurovia VZW is a proven leader in EU-funded projects, recognised across Europe for its innovation, collaboration, and integration in delivering high-impact initiatives. With astrongportfolio spanning Horizon Europe – Research & Innovation, Erasmus+ – Education, Youth & Sport, Creative Europe – Culture & Media, LIFE Programme – Environment & Climate Action, and AMIF – Asylum, Migration & Integration, Eurovia has built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and results.

As a trusted EU project partner and coordinator, Eurovia brings together a powerful combination of policy insight, project management expertise, and a wide network of European institutions, ministries, private companies, NGOs, and academic organisations. Whether joining a consortium as a specialist partner or leading as a full coordinator, Eurovia ensures that projects are implemented on time, within budget, and with measurable impact.

By actively participating in EU policy dialogue and delivering successful cross-border cooperation projects, Eurovia not only contributes to European integration but also empowers municipalities, NGOs, and businesses to access EU funding and build sustainable, future-oriented solutions. Eurovia is your Belgium-based EU project partner.

For the Curious
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Let’s shape Europe’s future – together.