# Kocaeli Chamber of Industry Launches Twin Transition Clustering Project in Brno

> The Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KSO) held the kick-off meeting of its “Clustering and Inter-Chamber Cooperation for the Twin Transition” project in Brno, Czechia on March 5–6, 2026. Supported by the Türkiye–EU Business Dialogue II (TEBD-II) program, the initiative focuses on accelerating digital and green transformation in industry through international knowledge exchange and cluster collaboration.

Published: 2026-03-10T07:10:00+00:00
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## Project Kick-Off Held in Brno

The **Kocaeli Chamber of Industry** officially launched its international project aimed at strengthening industrial cooperation and accelerating transformation in manufacturing.

The project titled **“Clustering and Inter-Chamber Cooperation for the Twin Transition”**, financed by the **Türkiye–EU Business Dialogue II (TEBD-II)** program, began with a **kick-off meeting held in Brno, Czechia on March 5–6, 2026**.

During the visit, project partners discussed the **implementation process and technical framework**, while also reviewing successful **cluster ecosystems and cooperation models** in the region.

## European Cluster Ecosystems Examined

As part of the program, the KSO delegation gained insights into **Brno’s advanced industrial cluster structures and innovation ecosystems**.

Technical presentations were delivered by the management teams of:

- **CREA Hydro & Energy Cluster**

- **Industry 4.0 Cluster**

The delegation also conducted site visits to key innovation hubs, including:

- **Cybersecurity Cluster**

- **Brno Space Cluster**

These visits provided valuable insight into **cluster governance, technology development, and cross-sector collaboration**.

## Strengthening Cooperation for the Twin Transition

The visit represents an important step toward supporting **Türkiye’s digital and green transformation goals**, often referred to as the **“Twin Transition.”**

Through the project, the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry aims to:

- Strengthen **cluster-based cooperation**

- Enhance **knowledge exchange between chambers**

- Support the integration of **sustainable and digital transformation strategies** within industry.

As global industry accelerates its transition toward **digitalization and sustainability**, international cooperation and cluster-based collaboration are becoming increasingly critical. The outcomes of the project are expected to contribute to the development of a more **resilient and innovation-driven industrial ecosystem**.

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