Governor Viktor Nazarov invited participants of the Sochi discussion platform in Omsk to discuss mechanisms to support cluster development

Today, the Governor of the Omsk Region, Viktor Nazarov, took part in the work of the Russian Investment Forum. «Industrial clusters: the regional aspect».

The Omsk region is one of the leaders in the development of the cluster economy, so the participants of the section were particularly interested in the region's developments in this area.

Viktor Nazarov shared with the participants of the section «Industrial clusters: the regional aspect» about the Omsk experience in the development of the Petrochemical industrial cluster, in particular, about the successful project of the plant «Polio». The polypropylene production plant built in the Omsk region has a unique set of modern technologies that make it possible to create new brands of high-quality products. The implementation of large-scale development programs of JSC continues «Gazpromneft-ONPZ» and AO «Group of Companies «The Titan». The total amount of investments under the programs is more than 270 billion rubles, it is supposed to be built 15 new production facilities and facilities, modernize 12 objects.

In December 2016 Viktor Nazarov signed an agreement on the establishment of a Petrochemical Industrial Cluster in the Omsk region, which includes the region's leading petrochemical enterprises and auxiliary industries, as well as specialized educational institutions. The cluster was created in accordance with the Socio-economic Development Strategy of the region. 2025 in order to increase the competitiveness and quality of products, labor productivity and create new jobs at the enterprises and organizations of the association.

According to Governor Viktor Nazarov, behind the cluster policy - the future, it provides an opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to develop in cooperation with large enterprises. But, as Viktor Nazarov emphasized, it is difficult for clusters to develop without government help. The current support mechanisms are insufficient. The Governor informed the participants of the section that a large-scale meeting would be held in Omsk in the second half of April this year, at which issues of support for cluster development participants would be discussed.

It is planned to develop proposals on expanding mechanisms to promote the development of clusters and send them to the Government of the Russian Federation. Governor Viktor Nazarov invited all participants of the section to a meeting in Omsk, and the invitation was also sent to the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.

Today, Governor Viktor Nazarov discussed preparations for the April meeting at a meeting with the President. «Business Russia» Alexey Repik, who will personally attend the Omsk forum and is ready to invite representatives of major interested organizations. Alexey Repik assured the Governor that, for his part, he would also join in the elaboration of proposals to expand assistance for the development of clusters.

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