Large LED screens almost impossible to find in East Flanders: 'Demand exploded after the 3rd match of the Red Devils'

Demand for large LED screens in East Flanders has surged dramatically, with rental companies finding it nearly impossible to keep up after the Belgian national football team's strong performance in the World Cup. The unexpected success has led to a last-minute rush for screens, particularly from hospitality businesses and smaller event organizers hoping to host viewing parties for the upcoming quarter-final match.

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We have to disappoint hospitality businesses and organizers of smaller events.

Companies like Hd Ledshine in Denderleeuw are experiencing an overwhelming number of inquiries. "Yesterday we received at least 20 phone calls, and this morning I already had to disappoint many people," said managing director Julie De Schrijver. The company's available stock of large screens is completely depleted, with the demand having "exploded" after the third match of the Belgian team.

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Yesterday we received at least 20 phone calls, and this morning I already had to disappoint many people.

An unexpected boost came from Germany's early exit from the tournament, which allowed Hd Ledshine to reallocate screens from Germany to Belgium. However, even with this additional capacity, the company has reached its limit and must now definitively turn down new requests. Many of their screens are already booked for other major events, such as large festivals and sports gatherings.

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The demand has completely exploded after the third match of the Belgians.

De Schrijver noted a significant difference compared to the beginning of the World Cup, when demand was much lower and many organizations were hesitant. "It's noticeable that at the start of this World Cup, the demand was much less. Many organizations were waiting," she said. The current situation means that many potential customers are being disappointed, as the company's puzzle of bookings is complete and its inventory is fully exhausted.

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Fortunately, the Germans are out, which allowed us to move screens from Germany to Belgium.