Cluster association from the NE Romania representing various companies in the fields of agriculture, cosmetics, technology and agricultural tourism, is interested in participating, as a partner, in international projects.

Short summary Innovative cluster specialized in ecological agriculture and focused on the North-East development region of Romania is interested in participating, as a partner, in international projects, together with other universities and research centers, in the field of development/testing of new innovative/ecological products, integrated tourism in the rural environment and exchange of experience with other European regions.

Full description The association was founded in 2019 and includes 27 members representing SMEs in the agricultural, cosmetic, technology and agricultural tourism fields, as well as other institutions such as universities, research stations, town halls and technological high schools, with the following objectives: • increasing the economic performance of cluster members through cooperation, development and promotion of common resources and values under a unique identity; • commercial cooperation, creating umbrella brands, expanding the cluster with new members relevant to the sector; • internationalization; • supporting fundamental, applied and experimental research with impact in the bioeconomy; • testing and developing new products; • smart development of the North-East Region by stimulating research, knowledge transfer ecosystems and technology transfer chains; • promoting a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on nutrition by stimulating the development of agriculture, the food industry and trade in ecological, natural and traditional products. • developing a portfolio of relevant services for members in order to efficiently use the resources available within the cluster.

Advantages and innovations The cluster includes an internationally specialized faculty in agronomic and veterinary medical, higher education, of national and European scope, specialized in scientific studies, information and technology production.

Technical Specification or Expertise Sought Universities, research centers or companies established in Europe.
Contact / source: NEXT EEN Widgets (europa.eu)