Connecting policy, infrastructure, and opportunity across the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor
The India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) represents one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives of our time. Announced at the G20 Summit, IMEC aims to create a reliable and cost-effective cross-border ship-to-rail transit network connecting Asia, the Arabian Gulf, and Europe
Strategic port connections linking Indian Ocean to Mediterranean Sea
High-speed rail corridors enabling seamless land connectivity
Integrated power and hydrogen infrastructure across the corridor
Key logistics centers positioned at critical junctures
Hamifrats Municipal Authorities Cluster is a regional union of 18 municipalities, established in 2019 to transform the Haifa Bay area into one of Israel’s most dynamic and prosperous regions. Located at the heart of Northern Israel, our region serves as a vibrant gateway connecting the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and Europe, representing a diverse mosaic of over 800,000 residents. Our mission is to drive shared regional development and economic growth through the pooling of resources and the leadership of large-scale infrastructure projects in innovation, sustainability, and transportation.
To bridge strategy with action, the Cluster operates the Regional Research and Development Center, a unique collaboration between the Ministry of Interior, the Hamifrats Cluster, and the University of Haifa. The Center’s mission is to advance the concept of regionalism in Israel through research and applied knowledge, strengthening policies that connect local authorities, businesses, and civil society. By conducting studies on regional governance and partnerships, the Center works to foster balanced economic growth, reduce social gaps, and enhance regional resilience to improve public services and the overall quality of life.
The IMEC project is complex, spanning continents and languages, with critical information currently scattered across political statements and technical reports. The Hamifrats Cluster is establishing a centralized IMEC Information Center to create a holistic, accurate, and accessible “single point of truth” for policymakers, researchers, and global business leaders.
Gain a clear view of regulatory frameworks, infrastructure status, and economic trends along the corridor.
Participate in mapping the ecosystem and identifying the needs of key players to shape future regional solutions.
Bridge the gap between global demand and local supply, including industrial capabilities and expert human capital.
Minimize uncertainty and discover investment and collaboration potential in energy, logistics, and technology.
We are currently mapping the organizations and entities that will define the IMEC’s success. By responding to this Request for Information (RFI), you help us identify the essential business and operational needs—from logistics and infrastructure to regulatory and technological solutions—required to thrive along the corridor.
An initiative of the Hamifrats Municipal Authorities Cluster, facilitating international collaboration across the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor.
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