🇧🇪 Province du Hainaut, Belgium

The Province du Hainaut in Belgium has a population of approximately 1.3 million people. It is located in the southern part of the country and is known for its industrial heritage. The city of Charleroi, located in the province, has a port on the River Sambre and is a hub for inland waterway transport. The province also has shipyards and factories producing ship parts, making it of interest to seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies.