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Reports and Studies

In this section you will find studies and reports on cluster related topics.

On Cluster Initiatives

Papers on specific sectors or types of cluster initiatives, cluster portals and other topics related to cluster initiatives

On Cluster Theory

Definitions on cluster, Cluster bibliographies, papers on cluster and competitiveness, co-opetion and working documents

Cluster related links

Cluster Policy

Role of Government and Academic Institutions, Cluster Manuals, Evaluation of cluster initiatives, Cluster policies/programs

On Competitiveness

Competitiveness related papers and links, Innovation, SME Development, Strategic Evalutation of Cluster Performance, Competitiveness enhancement agencies

Latest additions

Textile, Clothing and Fashion Design in Catalonia

In El Maresme in Catalonia the textile sector is mainly specialized in textile and knitwear manufacturing. The present diagnosis of this textile, clothing and fashion design cluster has been undertaken by the Observatory for Industrial Prospecting of the Government of Catalonia and outlines the competitive situation of the different segments.

Potential to Network Innovative Clusters in the Baltic Metropole Regions

This is the final report on the Baltic Metropolises Innovation Strategy Project (BaltMet Inno), a joint innovation project
of the capital cities in the Baltic Sea Region. The project aims at strengthening the role of cities as developers of innovation environments at local, regional, national and international levels.