National Key Cluster Status

What is the National Key Cluster Status?

The National Key Cluster (NKC) status is awarded to clusters of particular importance for Poland’s economy and competitiveness. It confirms the cluster’s role as an important link in national and European value chains.

Significance of the Status

Holding the NKC status enables:

• access to dedicated EU and national support instruments,
• increased visibility of the cluster at the international level,
• participation in networks of European key clusters.

Activities Supporting Evaluation

PKTK actively develops cluster competencies through:

• internationalisation and cooperation with European clusters,
• provision of pro-innovative services for members,
• educational activities and knowledge transfer,
• development of the Virtual Laboratory.