De Morgen (English: “The Morning”) is a Dutch‑language daily newspaper published in Belgium. It is primarily distributed in the Flemish region and is one of the country’s major newspapers.
History
The publication originated in 1918 under the title De Nieuwe Gazet. In 1985 the newspaper was relaunched and renamed De Morgen as part of a modernization effort. The rebranding coincided with a shift toward a more explicit editorial stance and a redesign of its format.
Ownership and Management
Since 2005, De Morgen has been owned by Mediahuis (formerly De Persgroep), a leading media company operating newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms in the Low Countries. The newspaper’s editorial board is elected by its journalists and is responsible for setting the overall editorial line.
Editorial Position
De Morgen is generally regarded as a centre‑left, progressive newspaper. Its coverage emphasizes social issues, cultural affairs, and progressive politics, while maintaining journalistic standards of independence.
Format and Publication
De Morgen is printed in a tabloid format and appears from Monday through Saturday. A Sunday supplement, traditionally titled Morgen S, was added in the early 2000s but has undergone periodic redesigns.
Circulation
According to audited figures published by the Vlaamse Uitgeversbond (VUB), the newspaper’s average daily circulation was approximately 80,000 copies in 2016. Circulation numbers have fluctuated in subsequent years due to the broader decline in print newspaper readership and the growth of digital subscriptions.
Digital Presence
The newspaper maintains an online edition (www.demorgen.be) that offers a mixture of free and subscription‑based content, including news articles, opinion pieces, multimedia features, and interactive journalism. Mobile applications are available for iOS and Android platforms.
Headquarters
De Morgen’s main offices are located in Brussels, Belgium.
Notable Collaborations
The newspaper has partnered with various cultural and academic institutions for investigative projects, and it participates in European journalism networks such as the European Press Prize.
References
- Vlaamse Uitgeversbond (VUB) annual reports, circulation data.
- Mediahuis corporate information, “Our Brands.”
- De Morgen archival records, Brussels municipal archives.
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