This document discusses clusters and emerging industries in the Danube macro-region. It provides an overview of the development of cluster initiatives in Upper Austria since 1998, including the founding of clusters in industries like automotive, IT, furniture, health technology, and more. It describes the cooperation process that Clusterland Upper Austria supports clusters through, from the initial idea to project implementation and dissemination. Statistics are given on the total number of projects, participating partners, and funding volume since clusters began. An example best practice project from the Health Technology Cluster is outlined. The document also discusses European Strategic Cluster Partnerships and their goals of facilitating international cooperation. It emphasizes that trust is a core issue and provides contact information for Clusterland Upper Austria,