Railway family: Emmanuel and Mathéo

At the SNCB, family stories are not uncommon. Emmanuel and his son Mathéo are a great example. As railway workers, they represent a tradition deeply rooted in the world of rail.

A family story

Emmanuel is a driver instructor, while his son Mathéo is now a young train driver. But their connection to SNCB goes back much further: it is part of a family line in which the railway profession has been passed down for generations.

Before them, Mathéo’s grandfather and great-grandfather also worked on the railways. This continuity reflects a lasting attachment to the profession and its values.

A vocation that grows

Mathéo grew up in this environment, but his decision to become a train driver is also driven by personal motivation.

Throughout his training and early career, he gradually discovers the realities of the job: technical requirements, responsibilities and a strong sense of service. Today, father and son each play their role, with complementary perspectives on the same profession.

Know-how passed on

While railway professions evolve over time, certain fundamentals remain unchanged: precision, safety and knowledge transfer.

The journey of Emmanuel and Mathéo illustrates this continuity, where experience helps shape the next generation.

Shared pride

Stories like Emmanuel and Mathéo’s are common at SNCB. They reflect the pride in the profession and the commitment of railway workers, who contribute every day to the mobility of thousands of passengers.