Bernard Malfliet

Bernard Malfliet is an accomplished professional in the field of electricity grid operations, currently serving as the Operations Manager for the National Control Center at Elia since November 2017, where responsibilities include leading real-time operations and focusing on frequency stability in Continental Europe. Prior experience includes managing power system operations and security at Elia Grid International, where work centered on integrating renewables and enhancing grid codes, and serving as an Electricity Grid Expert at Elia, supporting energy market developments. Additionally, Bernard held strategic consulting roles within Capgemini Consulting and led market development initiatives within Elia, contributing to the design of day-ahead and intraday electricity markets across Europe. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and a Middle Management certification from the Vlerick Consortium.