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The Royal Zoological Society of Antwerp (KMDA vzw) is a major player in the tourism sector in Belgium, with over 1.8 million visitors per year. For the period 2012-2016, the Flemish government and KMDA signed a covenant regarding the institute's scientific mission. This covenant, managed by the Department of Economy, Science and Innovation (EWI), defines the scientific research tasks carried out by the Centre for Research and Conservation (CRC).
Dialogic, commissioned by the Department of EWI, has conducted an evaluation based on the strategic and operational objectives and indicators set out in the covenant. Through literature review, interviews, an international benchmark, and an international panel of experts, we can conclude that almost all objectives have been achieved. KMDA-CRC holds a unique position (with a combination of in-situ and ex-situ projects), has a qualified team, and is nationally and internationally recognized as an important collaborative partner. The main areas of concern identified are the institute's reliance on third parties for external funding and its limited capacity in terms of staff and laboratory facilities.
