Simultaneous interpretation services in Brussels: conference interpreters and booths
For your conferences, general assemblies and international meetings, we bring together interpreters who know your subject, install the booths and run the technical side on site. Or we organise remote interpreting on Zoom, Teams or a dedicated platform.
- Two interpreters per booth and per language beyond half an hour
- Interpreters, booths, headsets and technician: one quote
- On site in Brussels and across Europe, hybrid or remote
- In Brussels since 2002
- Interpreters, booths and technician
- All EU languages
- Quote in 5 minutes
They trusted us with their interpreting
What is simultaneous interpretation?
The interpreter renders the speech orally at the same time as the speaker, a few seconds behind. Seated in a soundproof booth, the interpreter listens through headphones and speaks into a microphone; participants choose their language on a receiver.
The meeting keeps the pace of a single-language meeting. It is the technique used by the European institutions, at congresses and at multilingual general assemblies.
The work requires intense concentration: beyond half an hour, interpreters work in pairs and take turns every 20 to 30 minutes. That is what keeps the interpretation accurate from the opening to the closing session.
Simultaneous, consecutive, whispered or remote: which technique?
| Technique | How it works | Best for | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simultaneous | In real time, from a booth | Conferences, general assemblies, congresses, European committees | Booths, consoles, receivers, technician |
| Consecutive | The speaker pauses, the interpreter renders | Negotiations, official visits, short speeches, training | None (a microphone in large rooms) |
| Whispered | Softly, next to one to three listeners | Small groups, hearings, meetings, site visits | None, or a portable “bidule” kit |
| Remote | Interpreters connected to your online meeting | Webinars, Zoom or Teams meetings, hybrid events | Interpretation channel or dedicated platform |
The equipment for an interpreted conference
- Interpreting booths: one per target language, soundproofed and ventilated.
- Interpreter consoles: microphone, headphones and channel selection for each interpreter.
- Transmitter and receivers: infrared (confidential, no interference) or radio (more mobile), one receiver and headset per participant.
- Floor microphones: lectern and wireless microphones for questions, connected to the venue’s sound system.
- Portable “bidule” kit: for visits and small groups, without a booth.
Already have interpreters? Rent only the booths, receivers and technician from Lingua Rent or see our equipment rental.
An interpreting agency in Belgium that handles everything
Interpreters matched to your subject
Conference interpreters working into their native language, familiar with EU affairs, legal, medical, technical or social topics.
Preparation in advance
Programme, slides, speaker names, glossary: your documents reach the interpreters before the meeting.
Booths and control room
Soundproof booths, consoles, transmitters, receivers and headsets, installed and tested before doors open.
Technician on site
Manages sound, language channels and receiver distribution throughout the event.
Hybrid and remote
Participants in the room and online served by the same interpreters.
Confidentiality
Interpreters bound by professional secrecy, NDA on request, GDPR-compliant handling.
From your request to the day itself
Your brief
Date, venue, languages, number of participants and topic.
Your quote in 5 minutes
Interpreters, equipment and technician priced line by line.
Preparation
Team selection, documents shared, technical check of the venue.
The event
Set-up and tests before opening; a project manager on call throughout.
Conference interpreters for your meetings in Brussels
European meetings
EU-funded project conferences, stakeholder workshops, European networks.
Interpreting for the European Parliament →Companies · unionsEuropean works councils
Plenary and select meetings with interpreters versed in social and financial terms.
Request a quote →Associations · NGOsGeneral assemblies and congresses
Debates, votes and scientific or medical congresses, with terminology preparation.
Request a quote →Hybrid · onlineHybrid and remote events
The same team serves the room and online participants.
See online interpreting →An accurate, free, no-obligation quote
We support clients worldwide and in every language. Describe what you need and attach your document: a project manager will reply with the price and turnaround time.
- Fast reply, 7 days a week
- Fixed price, no hidden costs
- Your files remain confidential
Simultaneous interpretation: frequently asked questions
How many interpreters does a conference need?
As a rule, two interpreters per booth, so per target language, for any meeting longer than 30 to 40 minutes. A full day in French, Dutch and English therefore needs three booths and six interpreters.
How far in advance should I book?
Ideally three to four weeks before the event, more during busy EU periods. For urgent requests, contact us: we can often assemble a team within a few days.
Do you provide booths and headsets?
Yes: booths, consoles, transmitters, receivers, headsets and a technician, with or without our interpreters.
Can simultaneous interpretation work on Zoom or Teams?
Yes. Both offer interpretation channels: interpreters join your meeting and each participant picks a language.
What documents should we send the interpreters?
The programme, speaker list, slides, written speeches and any internal glossary.
Do you work outside Brussels?
Yes, across Belgium and Europe, with dedicated services in Luxembourg (Lingua Lux) and Geneva (Lingua Geneva).
What is the difference with consecutive interpretation?
In consecutive, the speaker pauses so the interpreter can render the message: speaking time doubles, but no equipment is needed.
Planning a multilingual conference?
Describe your event: a project manager replies within 5 minutes with a team and a fixed price.