Company search in Namur: the BCE database for the public and digital sector

In brief

Namur, capital of Wallonia, brings together over 12,000 active companies in an ecosystem dominated by public administrations, IT providers and service firms. The Company Belgium API gives access to official BCE/KBO data for verifying subcontractors in public procurement, targeting digital service providers or automating KYC checks. Data is refreshed daily.

Namur: Walloon capital and services hub in full digital transformation

Namur holds a unique position in the Belgian economic landscape. As the capital of the Walloon Region, the city is home to the vast majority of regional administrations and Walloon public institutions, while simultaneously developing a private sector increasingly focused on digital technologies and business services.

With more than 12,000 active companies registered with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (BCE/KBO), Namur forms an economic basin where the public sector, service-oriented SMEs and a thriving digital ecosystem coexist. The city now positions itself as a Walloon digital hub, driven by initiatives such as TRAKK (a centre of expertise for creative and digital industries) and the BEP (Bureau Economique de la Province de Namur).

The Namur economic landscape

The Namur economy is characterised by several distinct features:

• Public administrations: the SPW (Service Public de Wallonie), the Walloon Parliament and numerous regional agencies are headquartered there, generating significant demand for consultancy, IT and subcontracting services.

• Growing digital sector: dozens of IT companies, web agencies and tech startups have settled in Namur, attracted by regional subsidies and the proximity of public-sector clients.

• Business services: accounting firms, law offices, management and HR consultancies form a dense network of service providers.

• Education and research: the University of Namur (UNamur) and local colleges feed the economic fabric with qualified talent, particularly in computer science and management.

• Retail and horeca: the historic city centre hosts a vibrant network of local shops, restaurants and cafes.

Public procurement: a major economic driver

The massive presence of public institutions makes Namur a prime location for public procurement. Each year, millions of euros are awarded to private companies for infrastructure projects, IT services, consultancy and maintenance. For businesses wishing to respond to these tenders, prior verification of partners and subcontractors is a regulatory requirement.

Using the Company Belgium API for Namur public procurement

The Company Belgium API provides direct access to official BCE/KBO data, making it an invaluable tool for public procurement actors in Namur.

Verifying a subcontractor before submitting a bid

When forming a consortium or engaging subcontractors for a public contract, you must verify that these companies are in good standing. The API makes this possible in seconds:

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class="code-comment">// Check the status of a potential subcontractor
const response = await fetch(
  class="code-string">'https:class="code-comment">//companybelgium.be/api/companies/0456789123',
  {
    headers: {
      class="code-string">'X-API-Key': class="code-string">'pk_live_your_public_key',
      class="code-string">'X-API-Secret': class="code-string">'sk_live_your_secret_key',
    },
  }
);

const company = await response.json();
console.log(class="code-string">`Company: ${company.name}`);
console.log(class="code-string">`BCE status: ${company.status}`);
console.log(class="code-string">`Legal form: ${company.legalForm}`);
console.log(class="code-string">`NACE activities: ${company.naceCodes.join(class="code-string">', ')}`);

Finding IT service providers in Namur

The Namur digital sector is expanding rapidly. To identify active IT companies in the region:

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class="code-comment">// Search for active IT companies in Namur
const response = await fetch(
  class="code-string">'https:class="code-comment">//companybelgium.be/api/companies/search?city=Namur&nace=62.0&status=active',
  {
    headers: {
      class="code-string">'X-API-Key': class="code-string">'pk_live_your_public_key',
      class="code-string">'X-API-Secret': class="code-string">'sk_live_your_secret_key',
    },
  }
);

const itCompanies = await response.json();
console.log(class="code-string">`${itCompanies.total} active IT companies in Namur`);
itCompanies.results.forEach(company => {
  console.log(class="code-string">`${company.name} - BCE: ${company.enterpriseNumber}`);
});

Relevant NACE codes for the digital sector include:

• 62.01: Computer programming activities

• 62.02: Computer consultancy activities

• 62.03: Computer facilities management activities

• 62.09: Other information technology and computer service activities

• 63.11: Data processing, hosting and related activities

• 63.12: Web portals

Searching for consultancy firms

For public contracts requiring specialised consultancy, you can target companies active in this sector:

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class="code-comment">// Search for consulting firms in Namur
const response = await fetch(
  class="code-string">'https:class="code-comment">//companybelgium.be/api/companies/search?city=Namur&nace=70.2&status=active',
  {
    headers: {
      class="code-string">'X-API-Key': class="code-string">'pk_live_your_public_key',
      class="code-string">'X-API-Secret': class="code-string">'sk_live_your_secret_key',
    },
  }
);

const consultants = await response.json();
console.log(class="code-string">`${consultants.total} active consulting firms in Namur`);

Practical use cases for Namur professionals

For public procurement officers

Contracting authorities based in Namur can use the Company Belgium API to:

• Verify the legal existence of bidders before awarding a contract

• Check NACE codes to ensure the company is active in the relevant sector

• Review the legal form and creation date to assess a candidate's stability

For IT and digital companies

Namur-based technology companies can enrich their CRM with up-to-date BCE data:

• Automatically identify the BCE number of prospects

• Complete client records with official legal information

• Integrate company verification into their invoicing processes (Peppol compliance)

For accountants and fiduciaries

Namur has many accounting firms managing client portfolios. The API enables them to:

• Automate KYC/AML checks for every new client

• Track changes in status or legal form of managed companies

• Quickly verify a company's official details for VAT declarations

TRAKK and the Namur digital ecosystem

TRAKK, the innovation and creation centre located in the heart of Namur, perfectly illustrates the city's digital transformation. This hub hosts startups, scale-ups and open innovation projects. For businesses orbiting this ecosystem, the Company Belgium API is an essential tool for prospecting and market intelligence.

The BEP (Bureau Economique de la Province) supports Namur entrepreneurs in their business creation and development processes. Accessing BCE data through our API perfectly complements this support by providing reliable, up-to-date information.

Why Company Belgium for your research in Namur?

• Official BCE/KBO data refreshed daily

• Precise geographic filters: search by city, postal code or province

• Complete NACE coverage: target any business sector

• Documented REST API: easy integration into your existing business tools

• Trilingual support: documentation and assistance in English, French and Dutch

Start your prospecting in Namur

Whether you are a public contracting authority verifying a bidder, an IT company looking for new clients, or an accountant automating verification processes, Company Belgium gives you access to the most reliable BCE data available.

Compare with other Walloon cities through our guide on companies in Liège or check the Belgian company statistics for 2026. Also discover how digital transformation of Belgian SMEs is built on BCE data.

Create your free account on Company Belgium and start exploring the Namur business landscape and all of Wallonia today.