Irina Calugareanu

MoldCluster Public Association, founded on February 20, 2024, is a national initiative dedicated to fostering regional cooperation, innovation, and sustainable economic development through the consolidation of cluster-based strategies. It plays a pivotal role in strengthening Moldova's industrial ecosystem by facilitating collaboration among enterprises, academia, and public authorities. Currently, MoldCluster unites 8 major clusters across key sectors such as furniture, tourism, agriculture, and agri-food, representing 160 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These clusters are: Souther Shepherds Cluster, Wine Production Cluster, Table Grapes Cluster, Beekeeping Cluster, The Dealurile Măgurii Tourism Cluster, Digital-Agro Cluster, Furniture&More Cluster All these clusters were established during 2022–2023 with the strategic support of UNDP Moldova, and have since gained visibility and credibility through their inclusion on the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP). Notably, five of the clusters hold the prestigious Bronze Label Certification, underscoring their commitment to quality management and international standards.