| Abstract: |
The present contribution develops on the analysis of clusters in terms of
proximities by exploring the issue of distant inter-cluster collaborations. We
mobilize different forms of proximity (geographic, cognitive, social)
discussed in the literature in order to identify their respective influence on
intercluster collaboration by taking the example of French Pôles de
Compétitivité. Our results echo previous results applied to intra-cluster
collaborations since inter-cluster collaboration mostly relies on a form of
social capital due to the key roles played by relational and cognitive
proximity. Finally, our results exhibit a negative influence of geographic
distance on collaboration. JEL: C45, R12, R58 Keywords: clusters, network
analysis, proximities, intercluster collaboration |