In the face of rapidly changing global markets, the need to strengthen regional and sectoral competitiveness has never been more challenging. Following the publication of Mario Draghi’s report “The Future of European Competitiveness”, key priorities such as digitalization, quantum technology, defence, and reducing critical dependence on raw materials were highlighted. These areas have been identified as essential for Europe’s ability to remain competitive on the global stage. 

Clusters are uniquely positioned to foster innovation, drive economic growth, and support the development of robust ecosystems that enhance competitive advantages. By facilitating collaboration among industry players, clusters create environments conducive to increased productivity, the development of new technologies, and the acceleration of market growth.

Speakers included:

• Marek Przeor, Team Leader – Cluster Policy, DG GROW, European Commission
• Athanasios Konstandopoulos, Chief Scientific Advisor, CHORUS, Professor of Chemical Engineering, Aristotle University Thessaloniki, Greece 
• Dr. Daniel Stadler, Cluster Manager, EIN Quantum Cluster NRW 
• Luís Martins, President, Cluster Portugal Mineral Resources  
• Patricia Tames, Deputy Director General, AFM Cluster for Advanced & Digital Manufacturing Technologies 
• Hickmah Tagaully, Vice President CEBR – Council of European Bioregions 
• Diego Carballo, European project manager, AeroSpace Valley, France

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This event is part of regular online meetings brought to the cluster community by the European Cluster Collaboration Platform. They offer up-to-date insights into the latest industrial policies and clusters’ involvement, projects, and best practices, the latest ECCP news, and funding opportunities. The EU Clusters Talks are a space to exchange knowledge and discuss cluster-relevant topics, which will change with every meeting.