The Clusters Meet Regions event in Rzesz贸w, Poland, will take place on 3-4 June 2025, hosted by the Local Government of the Podkarpackie Region in collaboration with the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP) on behalf of the European Commission. This event is part of the broader Clusters Meet Regions series, which aims to strengthen the role of clusters in regional economic development by fostering collaboration between clusters, policymakers, businesses, and research institutions.
With a strong industrial base, the Podkarpackie Region has positioned itself as one of the leaders in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, with clusters playing a crucial role in these sectors. The event will provide a unique opportunity to explore the innovation ecosystem in the Podkarpackie Region and highlight the role of clusters in boosting regional competitiveness, supporting smart specialisation, and advancing green and digital transitions. It will also offer an excellent opportunity to discuss security and dual-use technology and developments in the drone industry.
EVENT OBJECTIVES
The Clusters Meet Regions event in Rzesz贸w aims to:
Demonstrate the impact of clusters in the regional innovation ecosystem and their role in achieving the goals of the Regional Innovation Strategy.
Facilitate cross-border cooperation between clusters, businesses, and research institutions to enhance innovation and internationalization.
Provide a platform for policy dialogue, allowing regional and European stakeholders to exchange best practices on cluster-driven economic development.
Explore the integration of clusters into European value chains and their role in the green and digital transitions.
Offer networking opportunities to promote new business collaborations, investment opportunities, and R&D partnerships.
More information about the event can be read here.