Developing the national economy and competitiveness requires strong Nordic cooperation, since together we have the possibility to take on and thrive on global markets. A lot of innovation activities in the Nordics occur in regional and national clusters, which means that they need to become connected to enhance fruitful cooperation. At the same time, the Finnish cluster field is scattered and a holistic understanding of it is lacking.
NordicHub has two main functions:
NordicHub is a platform for Finnish cluster activities and their development. Our goal is to highlight and connect Finnish clusters. We want to increase the exchange of information so that not only cluster actors, but also decision-makers and the wider public would increase awareness and understanding of clusters and cluster activities.
NordicHub acts as a bridge-builder with the aim of connecting Finnish clusters with Nordic clusters and promoting cooperation between them. The work is carried out in close cooperation with our Nordic partners. The aim is also to help Finnish clusters find international contacts, deepen international cooperation and provide concrete help as a partner.
”The Nordic countries share a history of more than a thousand years in cooperation, family ties, trade and culture. Cross-border cooperation in the Nordic countries is as important as economic growth and prosperity in countries and regions. Mutual trade relations, exchanges of experience and new contacts will contribute to strengthening Nordic cohesion. Together the Nordic countries, one of the world’s strongest economies, can jointly act as an active player in the global marketplace.”
-Mathias Lindström, Kvarken Council
