Transatlantic Cluster Insights | Volume 3 | April 2017
Greetings!
It’s German Cluster Week.
Presenting diversity and strength of the German cluster landscape is the aim of this Cluster Week. This event concentrates on the importance of research and innovation in clusters as well as their outcome on the regional economy and for Germany as a whole. Clusters from a variety of sectors offernetworking events and best practice exchangesduring Cluster Week.
GACC Midwest's Transatlantic Cluster Initiative offers you insights into key topics in the lightweighting industry such as materials performance, joining technologies and recyclability. Join our next study trip to Germanyin June.
Reach out to us with your regional industry focus, so your cluster can be included in the transatlantic dialogue.
Enjoy our third issue of Transatlantic Cluster Insights.
US subsidiaries of German-owned firms play a vital role in the US economy, with competitive German businesses contributing to the economic health and prosperity of the American economy. To learn more about German business in the US, download “German Business Matters”, a state-by-state analysis of imports, exports and jobs.
"Lightweight Manufacturing is a Transatlantic Topic", LIFT Read article
"Lightweight Industries - 6 German Main Clusters", including interactive competence map, GTAI Read article
"Composites Germany - Results of the 8th Composites market survey are now available", Carbon Composites e.V. Read article
UpcomingCluster Programs
Transatlantic Cluster Trip - Lightweighting Technologies and Materials Join the delegation and explore cutting-edge developments in Lightweighting in Germany. Application deadline: May 1, 2017 Apply now
Transatlantic Cluster Roadshow - Medical Technology July 24-28, 2017, Minneapolis, MN & Warsaw, IN Register here
Transatlantic Cluster Trip - Medical Technology Join the delegation and explore cutting-edge developments in Medical Technology in Germany October 16-20. For early consideration, please apply by July 31, 2017. Final deadline: August 25, 2017. Learn more
Transatlantic Cluster Platform
Join the conversation in our interactive Transatlantic Cluster Platform on LinkedIn.
Exchange transatlantic travel dates, major trade show attendance, and other calls for transatlantic collaboration. Utilize this platform to stay in touch with your transatlantic cluster partners.
U.S. Commercial Service supports the goals of this event, but does not endorse the specific products, or views of the participating organizations.
Jessica Ferklass | German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. | Phone: 312-585-8344 |
Fax: 312-644-0783 | ferklass@gaccmidwest.org | www.gaccmidwest.org