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If you could have dinner with any three people, living or dead, who would it be and why? It would be a Sunday at noon before a bank holiday, with my


grandfather – He passed away 20 years ago. We were both wine lovers, and I’m sure he still has lessons to teach me. Enzo Ferrari – His journey from humble beginnings to creating a legendary brand is full of entrepreneurial wisdom. Plus, my grandfather loved cars. Warren Buffett – For his smart yet down-to-earth approach to making money work for him.


What’s something we wouldn’t know about you from your CV? The most valuable lessons I’ve learned came from life, not school.


What hobby have you always wanted to try but never got around to? Sailing.


If you hadn’t pursued a career in airfreight, what other field would you have liked to go into? Probably real estate or international trade—high-value markets that don’t necessarily require a diploma.


If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Healing people.


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What’s your proudest moment and your biggest regret? My proudest? Hopefully, the World Air Cargo Award I’ll receive one day. My biggest regret? Possibly not receiving a World Air Cargo Award. More seriously— Proudest business moment: Inaugurating our self-owned warehouse at LGG Airport. Biggest regret: Sometimes I get too competitive—even with friends.


If there were a movie made about your life, who would you like to see play the lead role? Austin Butler or Gerard Butler.


NICOLAS SIMONS Founder of EZ Cargo BY Anastasiya SIMSEK


Nicolas Simons is the founder of EZ Cargo, a logistics company based just a stone’s throw from Liège Airport (LGG). At 38, he represents a new generation of entrepreneurs who build with instinct, boldness and pragmatism. With no traditional academic background, he learned everything on the ground, turning each experience into a growth opportunity. In March 2025, he became a father for the first time - a new chapter, just as exciting as the others.


How did you get into airfreight/logistics? By chance. I started working night shifts for an airline’s trucking department.


What quote has most resonated with you? “At the end, I win. If I didn’t win, it’s not the end yet.”


What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? There are many: Don’t speak first—listen. Don’t let fear control your next move.


What is the most adventurous thing you have ever done? Travelling the world and working as a bartender from age 15 to 25, and starting a company in the airfreight industry with only 12K and turning it into a multimillion-dollar business in less than a decade.


Looking back over your career, what would your message be to someone considering a career in logistics? Go for it, you will meet people and cultures from all over the world. Every day is different, and you might find yourself working with large sums of money.


How do you motivate your team? Everybody has a project for themselves. Find it and align it with the company’s project.


What is the one item you can’t travel without? My phone.


Who is your role model? I don’t really have one. I’ve gained valuable insights from many different people.


What would your autobiography be called? Chapter 3: Live for Business


Cats or dogs? Dogs.


Early riser or night owl? Early riser.


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