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20 years of commitment to innovation
Since its launch in 2005, this visionary government policy has breathed new life into innovation in France. Designed to foster competitiveness and economic development, it has sought to break down silos by promoting a collaborative approach at local level. Today, Competitive Clusters bring together companies, research organizations, training centers and public-sector players, all united around strategic themes to build a more prosperous future.
“With the Pôles de Compétitivité, France has invented its own organizational structure. The logic is that of clusters, but the implementation is a national specificity.”
(Speech by Nicolas Sarkozy, 2005).
WHAT IS A POLE?
A Competitiveness Cluster is a network of highly agile associations that brings together companies, research and training organizations, as well as all private and public players, to support innovation in the service of economic development and business competitiveness in a given region. Each cluster focuses on a specific theme.
WHAT IS A POLE'S MISSION?
Its mission is to mobilize the key levers of competitiveness: expertise and skills, innovation capacity, access to R&D, development of growth and employment.
A catalyst for innovation and growth
Competitive Clusters have always adapted to a constantly changing context, responding to the expectations of their members and the missions entrusted to them by their public partners. Whether playing a key role during the COVID crisis, supporting the France Relance and France 2030 plans, or facilitating access to European and private funding, the Clusters have been invaluable allies for their members.
Now 20 years old, we approach this new phase with maturity and ambition, backed by solid experience and recognized legitimacy. We remain determined to contribute to the position of a strong, innovative France and Europe.
Building a future together
To celebrate this anniversary, we are proud to unveil a new “20 years” logo and to open a page dedicated to this milestone year. Throughout the year, we invite you to discover our achievements, our experiences and our ambitions for the future.
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