European Conference
Berlin, 09 July 2008: Cluster policy and regional cluster management are key tools for regional development and innovation. The European conference “Cluster Policy and Management – European and regional initiatives for innovation policy” 22nd and 23rd September in Berlin presents latest achievements and new initiatives of cluster development.
European regions need more innovation and economic growth to catch up with the global challenges. National and regional governments have recognised the potential of clusters as a driver in regional development. By taking determined action public authorities improve cluster development. This results in strengthening local economies, creating new jobs and attracting new investors. For this reason many cluster initiatives have been recently launched. The European Commission established a number of programmes supporting research and development and started new initiatives to help national and regional governments to create and develop regional clusters. For national and regional governments it is therefore crucial to get the information on the latest European policies and to ensure a good cluster performance in their countries.
The European conference provides the participants with the know-how on the current development of European cluster initiatives and efficient cluster management. European clusters organisations and new initiatives will be presented by the European Commission. International experts will show solutions for national and regional authorities. Representatives of cluster initiatives share their experience on management tools, transnational clusters, national programmes and the role of national authorities in regional development policies. As a communication platform this conference brings together actors of cluster management from public institutions in charge of innovation and regional development policy, research institutes, universities and the private sector.
