Turkish Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology Clustering Project

The general objectives of the Cluster Support Program are as follows:

• Increasing the competitiveness, innovation, and productivity of Turkish industry, * Securing a larger share of global exports, * Developing and producing high value-added and advanced technology products, * Creating a sustainable industrial structure with a skilled workforce and sensitivity to the environment and society.

Stakeholder Institutions:

• Ankara Chamber of Industry (ASO) * Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University (AYBÜ) * OSTİM Organized Industrial Zone Directorate * OSTİM Foundation * OSTİM Medical Industry Cluster * Turkish Healthcare Industry Employers' Union (SEİS) * OSTİM Technopark Inc. * Hacettepe Technopark * METU Technopark * Kırıkkale University * Başkent University * Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University Cluster Academy and Competition Research Center * Association of Private Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations (OHSAD) * Turkish Technology Development Foundation (TTGV)

Project Vision:

Our goal is to become a high-technology hub in production, R&D, and product development in the medical device sector, both nationally and in the surrounding region, by showcasing a competitive value chain and innovative potential; to increase communication, cooperation, and competitiveness among companies; and to create national brands by enhancing the added value of domestic production.

Objectives:

• Developing a qualified supplier structure and increasing the production of high-quality domestic products, * Creating a sustainable ecosystem consisting of strong manufacturers, subcontractors, and suppliers, * Increasing communication, cooperation, and synergy among companies.