In 2008, he achieved the world first crossing on foot of the length of the Simpson desert,[1] which was a North to South traverse passing through its geographical center.

[5] His first solo unresupplied traverse of the Tasmanian Wilderness brought him the first sponsors and recognition among Australian explorers.

After a year in Australia, he went back to Belgium and started planning for a series of several world first expeditions, the first being to attempt crossing the Simpson desert at its longest distance.

He has organised charity expeditions involving media buzz including the highest chocolate tasting, on Everest.

[8] Both his Simpson and Iceland expeditions involved a science program of the MSH of Paris named Stress and decision taking in extreme environment.