The Ghent-Terneuzen Canal is a significant waterway in Belgium that connects the city of Ghent to the Western Scheldt river in the Netherlands. Completed in 1827, it facilitates maritime trade by allowing larger vessels to access the port of Ghent, enhancing the region's economic activities. The canal stretches approximately 32 kilometers and features several locks to manage water levels and vessel traffic. It plays a crucial role in the transportation of goods, linking the industrial areas of Flanders with international shipping routes, thereby supporting local industries and commerce.