Mechelen Plan

The Mechelen Plan was a strategic initiative launched in the 1920s by the Belgian city of Mechelen to foster regional economic development. It aimed to modernize industry, improve infrastructure, and promote collaboration among local businesses and institutions. By investing in transportation, education, and technological innovation, the plan sought to boost employment and regional growth. Essentially, it was a proactive effort to strengthen the local economy through coordinated planning and investment, setting an example of early regional development strategies.