created the opinion that SMEs should first be developed and then connected through networking and clustering. This would … potential of clustering, and finally business internationalization of SMEs. …

This paper outlines elements of a conceptual framework that clarifies the role that clusters play relative to … European clusters. The data is used to analyze whether cluster presence is significantly correlated with higher wages, which as … cluster initiatives on regional New Growth Path-performance. Overall, we find evidence consistent with clusters playing a role …