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August 29

• FITI Testing and Research Institute Hosts Seminar on ZDHC Program Implementation

  ➀ FITI Testing and Research Institute and ZDHC jointly hosted an offline seminar in Seoul, attended by over 150 textile and fashion industry stakeholders, marking the first post-pandemic in-person event in South Korea since 2019;

  ➁ ZDHC, a non-profit foundation supported by global brands like Nike and Adidas, introduced updated guidelines and its 'Roadmap to Zero' platform targeting hazardous chemical emissions in supply chains;

  ➂ FITI showcased its expertise as a ZDHC-accredited solutions provider, offering certifications like MRSL and Supplier to Zero to promote sustainability in the textile sector.

• GIGABYTE Launches NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 GPU-Powered MGX Server Platform

  ➀ GIGABYTE, in collaboration with NVIDIA, introduces the XL44-SX2-AAS1 MGX server platform, the first to support NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell GPU with 96GB GDDR7 memory and passive cooling for AI/visual computing workloads;

  ➁ The server supports up to 8 dual-slot GPUs, PCIe Gen6 connectivity, and NVIDIA MGX architecture, targeting industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and media for high-performance AI applications;

  ➂ SuperSolution, GIGABYTE's Korean distributor, offers pre-order benefits including technical consulting and customized GPU configurations to accelerate AI infrastructure adoption in South Korea.

• Samsung Electronics and Cheil Worldwide Introduce AI Home Appliances Advertising Strategy with Kim Yuna

  ➀ Samsung Electronics and Cheil Worldwide co-hosted a conference session at the 2025 Busan International Marketing and Advertising Festival, unveiling their 'Bespoke AI Home Appliances Trioka' campaign featuring Olympic skater Kim Yuna and other celebrities;

  ➁ The campaign, launched in April 2025, generated over 25.13 million views across 9 TV ads and millions more with short-form videos, highlighting how AI appliances integrate into daily life;

  ➂ The session emphasized strategies for balancing brand heritage and innovation in the AI era, offering creative insights for the marketing industry amid rapid technological change.

• [Report] 'Sunkyung Library' Embodies the Spirit of Choi Jong-geon and Choi Jong-hyun…SK Continues Legacy of Local Devotion and Talent Cultivation for Three Generations

  ➀ The Sunkyung Library in Suwon, established by SK Group founders Choi Jong-geon and Choi Jong-hyun, marks its 30th anniversary with a 2.5 billion KRW (≈$20.8 million) renovation funded by SK to honor their commitment to education and community development;

  ➀ The library, the only facility in Suwon bearing a corporate name, features exhibitions celebrating the founders' philanthropic vision and SK's historical ties to the city, with an initial 25 billion KRW (≈$208.3 million) investment and 80 million KRW (≈$666,000) for books at its 1995 opening;

  ➀ SK Group reaffirms its dedication to Suwon, transforming the library into a cultural hub and continuing a three-generation legacy of nurturing local talent and community engagement.

• Chungnam Techno Park and Chungnam Provincial Council Hold Policy Meeting to Revitalize Support for SMEs in Hongseong

  ➀ Chungnam Techno Park and Chungnam Provincial Council organized a policy meeting with Hongseong SMEs to gather feedback on challenges such as workforce shortages and infrastructure needs;

  ➁ Non-R&D support programs were introduced, with discussions emphasizing R&D funding and tailored assistance for regional SMEs;

  ➂ Attendees highlighted the importance of policy adjustments to enhance competitiveness and sustainable growth in the region.

• KEA Signs Business Agreement with Korean Sensors Society

  ➀ KEA (Korea Electronics & Information Technology Industry Promotion Association) and the Korean Sensors Society signed an MOU to strengthen collaboration in the sensor field;

  ➁ The agreement focuses on joint projects, member recruitment, and co-hosting events like exhibitions, academic conferences, and seminars;

  ➂ The partnership aims to enhance exchanges between academia and the electronics/ICT industry to drive advancements in sensor technology.

• HS Hysung The Class Invites Employees to FC Seoul Home Game

  ➀ HS Hysung The Class held an employee day event at FC Seoul's home game, inviting over 200 employees and families to strengthen internal connections and sponsor partnerships;

  ➀ Attendees enjoyed stadium tours, player meet-and-greets, and participation of employees' children as escort kids during the match;

  ➂ A new FC Seoul ambassador, player Moon Sun-min, was appointed and gifted a Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC, highlighting the collaboration between HS Hysung and the club.

August 28

• Samsung Proposes 'AI Energy-Saving Life' at Climate Industry Expo

  ➀ Samsung showcased AI-powered smart home solutions at the Climate Industry International Expo in Busan, featuring energy-saving technologies across appliances like refrigerators, air conditioners, and TVs;

  ➁ The exhibition highlighted SmartThings AI Energy Saving Mode, which can reduce energy consumption by up to 60%, and integrated monitoring systems for real-time energy usage tracking;

  ➂ Personalized solutions, including sleep-pattern-based automation via Galaxy wearables and building energy management systems, demonstrated Samsung's commitment to climate-friendly innovation.

• Hanwha Ocean Competes with Germany's TKMS for $46.15 Billion Canadian Submarine Project

  ➀ Hanwha Ocean advanced to the final shortlist for Canada's $46.15 billion (60 trillion KRW) submarine procurement project, competing against Germany's TKMS to replace aging Victoria-class submarines;

  ➁ The company proposed its 3,000-ton Jang Bogo-III Batch-II submarine, equipped with air-independent propulsion (AIP) and lithium-ion batteries, enabling 3+ weeks of underwater operations and a 7,000-nautical-mile range;

  ➂ Hanwha strengthened its bid through partnerships with UK's Babcock and Canadian tech firms (CAE, BlackBerry, L3 Harris) and emphasized government collaboration to secure the contract.

• Toward a Semiconductor Unicorn <8> EMCoreTech 'Solves Electromagnetic Interference with Active EMI Filter IC'

  ➀ EMCoreTech, a 2018 spin-off from UNIST, specializes in active EMI filter ICs to address electromagnetic interference challenges in high-frequency electronics across power conversion, automotive, and communication fields;

  ➁ The company's proprietary active EMI filter ICs replace traditional passive solutions, enabling smaller size and higher efficiency, with mass production plans starting in Q2 2026 for major TV manufacturers (500,000 units annually);

  ➂ Secured ₩6 billion (~$4.7 million) Series B funding in March 2025 and collaborates with Airbus on aerospace power chain R&D, while developing an ESD detection system for semiconductor yield enhancement.

• Hyosung Heavy Industries to Present Next-Generation Power Grid Blueprint at WCE

  ➀ Hyosung Heavy Industries showcased cutting-edge power technologies at the 2025 World Climate Industry Expo (WCE), including its self-developed ultra-high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission system, AI-based power asset management solutions, and eco-friendly grid equipment.

  ➁ The company plans to invest 330 billion KRW (approximately $2.54 billion) in HVDC infrastructure, including a new transformer factory and R&D projects, aiming to become South Korea's sole total HVDC solution provider.

  ➂ Its HVDC technology, optimized for renewable energy integration, is expected to play a key role in government-led projects like the 'West Coast Energy Highway' while expanding global market reach through overseas projects.

• LG Electronics Expands Nationwide Accessibility Education for Home Appliances

  ➀ LG Electronics partners with disability organizations to teach safe and accessible home appliance usage at 20 institutions nationwide, distributing 600 'LG Comfort Kits' and 1,500 easy-read manuals;

  ➁ The initiative includes Braille stickers for visually impaired users and fire-safety education for microwave use, building on a 2024 pilot program that delivered 750 manuals and 700 kits;

  ➂ The easy-read manuals, now exceeding 20,000 copies, will be formally published as books and e-books, with educational programs expanding to include non-disabled children.

• SK Group's Social Value Festival 'SOVAC 2025' Concludes Successfully… Choi Tae-Won Emphasizes Need for Conceptual and Structural Shifts

  ➀ SOVAC 2025, SK Group’s platform for social problem-solving and sustainable growth, drew over 10,000 participants in Seoul, involving 180 partners including corporates, academia, and government agencies;

  ➁ The event featured AI-driven solutions targeting societal issues, with a winning project (FEELINK) aiding visually impaired individuals through voice-guided mobile apps, and highlighted global cooperation, particularly Korea-Japan collaboration on shared challenges like aging populations;

  ➂ SK Chairman Choi Tae-Won stressed multi-sector collaboration and institutionalized reward systems to drive sustainable social impact, urging measurable outcomes and systemic change.

• LG Electronics Participates in Climate Industry Expo... Presents AI-Based Carbon Neutral Solutions

  ➀ LG Electronics showcased AI-powered HVAC solutions at the 2025 Climate Industry International Expo in Busan, emphasizing energy efficiency and carbon neutrality;

  ➁ Key products include AI-enabled Multi V i and Multi V S air conditioners, reducing energy consumption by up to 76% and cutting 14.85kg CO2 emissions per unit;

  ➂ Introduced building management systems (BMS and BECON) for real-time energy optimization. The expo, co-hosted by South Korea's MOTIE, IEA, and World Bank, focused on AI's role in sustainable energy.

• Hanwha Group Invests $5 Billion in U.S. Philly Shipyard; President Lee Announces 'Future Comprehensive Strategic Alliance'

  ➀ Hanwha Group announced a $5 billion (~7 trillion KRW) investment in the U.S. Philly Shipyard, planning to increase annual shipbuilding capacity from 1.5 to 20 vessels, including LNG carriers;

  ➀ Supported by President Lee Jae-myung, this initiative is part of the U.S.-Korea Master Shipbuilding Cooperation Project (MASGA), enhancing economic and security alliances as a "future-oriented comprehensive strategic alliance";

  ➂ The investment will expand infrastructure, introduce smart shipyard systems, and create jobs, reinforcing the shipbuilding ecosystem and regional economic growth.

• POSCO Group Participates in Climate Expo... Showcases Decarbonization Vision and Carbon Reduction Technology Capabilities

  ➀ POSCO Group participates in the 2025 Climate Industry International Expo, presenting its decarbonization strategies including hydrogen-based steelmaking (HYREX), CCUS, and AI-driven smart factories;

  ➁ Showcases energy transition initiatives such as ESS applications and LNG/liquid hydrogen tank materials, alongside robotic inspection systems in intelligent factories;

  ➂ Aims to commercialize HYREX technology by 2030 and strengthen sustainable growth through comprehensive decarbonization efforts across R&D, infrastructure, and energy procurement.

August 27

• S-Oil Supports Pop-up Store Operation for Growth of Social Enterprises

  ➀ S-Oil operates a pop-up store at the 2025 Korea Social Value Festa in Seoul to support five social enterprises selected through its growth support program;

  ➁ Participating enterprises specialize in upcycling textiles, ecological restoration, biofuel production, and microbial cleaning technologies, offering interactive events for visitors;

  ➂ Since 2022, S-Oil has provided funding, market opportunities, and ESG-driven initiatives to foster innovative social ventures as part of its corporate responsibility efforts.

• LG Chem Strengthens Safety and Health Capabilities of Suppliers

  ➀ LG Chem launches a support program to enhance safety standards and prevent industrial accidents among suppliers through customized equipment and training;

  ➁ Automation replaces manual processes, improving efficiency, while ergonomic exoskeletons reduce worker fatigue;

  ➂ Supports Taehwa Industry in obtaining IECEx certification to expand technical expertise and strengthen client trust.

• Lotte Chilsung Beverage Introduces 'Waste Heat Recovery System' at Yangsan and Chungju Factories... Accelerates ESG and RE100 Implementation

  ➀ Lotte Chilsung Beverage partnered with SEP Cooperative to install a waste heat recovery system at Yangsan and Chungju factories, reducing carbon emissions by 2,500 tCO₂eq and saving 1.25 million Nm³ of LNG over 5 years;

  ➁ The project uses an ESCO (Energy Saving Company) investment model, where SEP covers upfront costs and recovers funds from energy savings, easing adoption for manufacturers;

  ➂ Aligned with RE100 goals, Lotte aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1/2 by 2040 and Scope 3 by 2050, with annual energy cost savings estimated at KRW 1.7 billion (~USD 1.27 million).

• Korea Zinc and Lockheed Martin Strengthen Strategic Mineral Cooperation... Invests KRW 140 Billion in New Germanium Plant

  ➀ Korea Zinc and Lockheed Martin signed an MOU to strengthen cooperation on germanium supply and critical mineral supply chains, targeting de-risking reliance on China;

  ➁ Korea Zinc will invest KRW 140 billion (~US$109 million) to build a germanium plant in Ulsan, aiming for commercial production of high-purity germanium dioxide by 2028;

  ➂ The company also plans to expand antimony exports to the U.S., targeting over 240 tons annually by 2026, reinforcing its role in the defense and advanced technology sectors.

• Chungnam Province Hosts the 9th Carbon Neutral International Conference in Boryeong from Sept 2-3

  ➀ Chungcheongnam-do Province will host the 9th Carbon Neutral International Conference in Boryeong Mud Theme Park Convention Center from September 2–3, 2025, with 1,500 participants from 11 countries, including global institutions and climate leaders like Ban Ki-moon and Mark Pierce;

  ➁ The conference focuses on transitioning to a carbon-neutral economy, covering topics like corporate decarbonization practices, renewable energy, just transition for coal plant closures, and citizen-led climate action across three key sessions;

  ➂ A site visit to the closed Boryeong Coal Power Plant will highlight the province’s efforts to shift to low-carbon industries and promote sustainable energy transitions.

• NanoContact Develops Composite Film Using 3D Graphene for Heat Dissipation and Shielding

  ➀ NanoContact developed a composite film material with electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and thermal dissipation properties using 3D graphene, addressing limitations of conventional 2D graphene;

  ➁ The 3D graphene structure enhances vertical conductivity and stability, and the film, co-developed with Sungwoo ITS, integrates adhesive for reliability in mobile devices and semiconductor chips;

  ➂ The company has achieved roll-to-roll (R2R) mass production capabilities and plans to target semiconductor, display, and battery markets, with a product launch at the 2025 Next-Gen Semiconductor Packaging Industry Exhibition.

• Samsung Heavy Industries Enters US Naval Vessel MRO Business; Pursues Joint Construction Projects

  ➀ Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has signed an MOU with Vigor Marine Group to enter the US naval vessel maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) market;

  ➁ The partnership will leverage SHI's advanced shipbuilding technologies and facilities to collaborate on MRO projects for the US Navy and Maritime Sealift Command, with plans to expand to commercial ships and joint vessel construction;

  ➂ SHI aims to strengthen US shipbuilding revitalization efforts through training centers and overseas partnerships in Southeast Asia.

• Security Messenger 'SECURET' Evolves into TV... Revolutionizing Home Life with 'SECURET Quantum Smart TV'

  ➀ Foma Company launched the 'SECURET Quantum Smart TV' in South Korea, emphasizing privacy with P2P communication and no data storage servers, targeting online sales and expanding into rental/government procurement markets;

  ➁ The TV features direct video calls between devices, 'Smart Home Care' automation for calls, OTT service integration, and affordable pricing aiming for 100,000 annual sales;

  ➂ Distribution plans include online platforms, NC Farmers' Association stores, rental partnerships, and B2B markets via electronic boards for schools/government offices.

• Doosan Enerbility Expands Nuclear Power Business Cooperation with U.S. Companies

  ➀ Doosan Enerbility signed MOUs with AWS, X-Energy, and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) to collaborate on SMR design, construction, and supply chains, including a $700 million investment for 64 X-Energy SMRs (5GW) to power AWS AI data centers by 2039;

  ➁ The company also partnered with Fermi America to participate in Texas' AI Campus Project, integrating large-scale nuclear plants (4GW), SMRs, and renewables for an 11GW power infrastructure;

  ➂ These agreements aim to accelerate Doosan's expansion in the U.S. nuclear market, leveraging partnerships with global firms to strengthen its global energy leadership.

• SK to Showcase AI-Era Energy Solutions at WCE 2025

  ➀ SK Innovation participates in the 2025 Climate Industry International Expo (WCE), presenting AI-era energy solutions including renewable energy, low-carbon LNG, hydrogen, small modular reactors (SMR), and battery energy storage systems (ESS).

  ➁ Key projects include the Barossa Gas Field's carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative, clean hydrogen power value chain plans, and collaborations on SMR technology to secure carbon-free energy.

  ➂ The SK Group also showcases advanced AI data center technologies, such as SK Hynix's 5th-gen HBM, immersion cooling solutions, and AI infrastructure management systems.

August 26

• POSLOGIC Develops Auto Shading Correction Algorithm… Upgrades Inspection Accuracy

  ➀ POSLOGIC developed the FL Auto Shading Correction Algorithm, which selectively corrects uneven lighting in real-time using FFT-based frequency analysis, preserving image details without complex training;

  ➁ The algorithm addresses shadows caused by tilt or robotic arms in manufacturing, improving defect detection accuracy and reducing downtime without requiring additional lighting;

  ➂ Validated in global production lines, it enhances inspection efficiency in applications like bin-picking and robotic vision, supporting smart manufacturing upgrades with POSLOGIC's integrated 2D/3D/AI vision platform.

• Boss Semiconductor Targets Automotive AI Chips with Chiplet Technology

  ➀ Boss Semiconductor, a fabless AI chip company, focuses on edge AI for automotive and robotics, leveraging its chiplet technology to develop Eagle-N (world's first chiplet-based automotive AI chip) and Eagle-A (autonomous driving chip);

  ➁ Achieved contracts with domestic/European/Japanese automakers, recognized as a National Strategic Technology by South Korea;

  ➂ Pursues a dual-track strategy: expanding its chiplet platform for autonomous driving systems while collaborating with Tenstorrent to enhance ecosystem reach.

• LG Electronics Launches Artwork Subscription Service 'LG Gallery+' in 23 Countries

  ➀ LG Electronics introduced its 'LG Gallery+' service, offering over 4,000 artworks, game illustrations, and AI-generated images on LG TVs via the webOS platform, now available in 23 countries including South Korea, the U.S., and EU nations;

  ➁ The service partners with global institutions like The National Gallery London and game developer Ubisoft to provide content such as 'Assassin’s Creed' landscapes and artworks from major museums;

  ➂ Features include curated content, background music synchronization, and free access to 100+ artworks in 150 non-launch countries, with subscription via webOS Pay.

• LS Cable Launches South Korea's First AC/DC-Compatible Power Distribution Cable

  ➀ LS Cable launched South Korea's first AC/DC-compatible power distribution cable using polypropylene (PP) insulation, capable of operating at 110°C, surpassing previous temperature limits;

  ➁ Designed for high-heat, high-voltage environments like AI data centers, renewable energy facilities, and semiconductor/chemical plants, it completed testing with Korea Electric Power and large industrial sites;

  ➂ The company plans to expand applications to IDC, renewable energy, and industrial power grids, emphasizing versatility and reliability.