The Greek mathematician Archimedes of Syracuse famously claimed that he required only a leverage point to lift the world: minimal effort for maximum effect. 

The ARKimedes scheme is based on the same principle: provide us with a leverage point and we shall lift Flanders for you.

By investing in promising SMEs, ARKimedes fosters and strengthens the economic fabric of Flanders. After all, growing enterprises are the driving force behind innovation, employment and quality of life.

That is why ARKimedes strives to free up more venture capital for such enterprises. ARK stands for “Activering van RisicoKapitaal”, which is Dutch for the activation of risk-bearing capital.