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Beyond tariffs: Posco fuels Korea's LNG ambitions with high-manganese steel

With its high-performance steel, Posco is building the backbone of Korea’s LNG infrastructure, from storage tanks to fuel-powered vessels. GWANGYANG, South Jeolla Province — Caught in the crosshairs of protectionism, South Korean steel giant Posco faces the heat of US President Donald Trump’s 25 percent steel tariffs, which are set to go into effect March 12. But Posco’s is still forging new paths at Gwangyang Steelworks, where it is making its patented high-manganese steel, an alloy built to wi
March 3, 2025 - 10:48:04
Companies
[From the Scene] SKIET develops world’s most heat-resistant battery separator

DAEJEON -- “You shouldn’t be looking at your smartphones while you are walking around the (SK) R&D campus,” said Lee Su-hyun, group leader of the management support department at SK IE Technology, a battery materials subsidiary of SK Innovation, as he greeted a group of reporters at the SKIET Research and Development Center on Friday. “We have this rule called SGR meaning Safety Gold Rule on this research site to discourage employees from looking at their smartphones
Sept. 23, 2024 - 15:07:49
Industry
[From the Scene] Samsung renews European push with AI connectivity

BERLIN -- Samsung Electronics has opened an artificial intelligence-powered home appliance experience zone in the heart of Berlin, the largest home appliance market in Europe, strengthening its position as a premium brand by leveraging connected experiences. The Korea Herald reporter visited the Saturn home appliance store at one of Berlin’s largest shopping centers, Europa Center, on Sunday during the IFA 2024. Under the theme of “AI for All,” Samsung showcased the latest AI-e
Sept. 11, 2024 - 15:09:42
Mobility
[From the Scene] Porsche’s Leipzig plant shines with people-first orientation

Carmaker’s sole factory for Macan, Panamera boasts daily production capacity of 550 vehicles for worldwide shipping LEIPZIG, Germany -- Bright rays of sunlight shone through the roof Thursday morning at the assembly building of Porsche’s manufacturing plant in Leipzig, Germany, enlivening the atmosphere of the busy production site. The German sports carmaker’s Leipzig plant shattered the traditional image of auto factories being rather grey and stifling as The Korea Herald visited the site as a
May 27, 2024 - 13:55:33
Industry
[From the Scene] Korean Air's new operations center highlights full commitment to safety

GIMPO, Gyeonggi Province -- Korean Air has unveiled its newly revamped Operations and Customer Center after 23 years, emphasizing the airline's increased focus on risk management in light of variables such as the merger with Asiana Airlines and the introduction of newer aircraft. "Air operations are possible only when real-time communications, from transportation to operation to cabin maintenance, are smoothly organized and seamlessly prepared," said Korean Air President Woo Kee-hong during pres
May 24, 2024 - 17:42:51
Mobility
[From the Scene] Global transport leaders call for greener moves

International Transport Forum 2024 discusses ways to encourage more environmentally friendly, resilient transport sector worldwide LEIPZIG, Germany -- Global transport leaders have called for the importance of bolstering environmentally friendly transportation during these times of climate, health and geopolitical crisis at this year’s International Transport Forum’s annual summit in Leipzig, Germany. “The world is facing what can be described as a polycrisis, in other words, a situation with mu
May 24, 2024 - 15:19:56
Politics
[From the Scene] At 1st press conference in 631 days, Yoon seeks to mend media ties

Just as President Yoon Suk Yeol entered the briefing room filled with some 150 reporters in his office in Seoul on Thursday, for the first time in 631 days, one of the reporters asked Yoon to hold more frequent news conferences and boost communication with the public. "I will," Yoon replied. After this, Yoon took 20 questions during the 73-minute press conference. The questions centered around politics, foreign policy, the economy and social affairs. He took more questions than he did in his fir
May 10, 2024 - 18:07:00
Foreign affairs
[From the Scene] Uzbekistan pursues economic reforms to attract foreign investment

Leaders, policy makers, industry experts and investors discuss foreign investments, reforms and strategies to achieve Uzbekistan's ambitions TASHKENT-- Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has pledged to enhance foreign investment through wide-ranging economic reforms, including the implementation of new investment laws specifically designed for foreign investors. At the third edition of the Tashkent International Investment Forum on Thursday, Mirziyoyev delineated Uzbekistan's comprehensiv
May 4, 2024 - 19:09:43
Mobility
[From the Scene] KG Mobility poised to take next leap

Korea's dark horse in SUVs looks to accelerate global expansion PYEONGTAEK, Gyeonggi Province -- A group of workers gathered to check a computerized system at KG Mobility’s Pyeongtaek plant in Gyeonggi Province on Tuesday afternoon. While most workers were taking their 10-minute break, they came together to try to improve the workflow. That passion played a crucial role in the company logging its first profitable year in 2023 for the first time in 16 years, according to the Korean automaker’s he
April 25, 2024 - 14:59:31
Culture
[From the Scene] Monks, Buddhists hail return of remains of Buddhas

A group of senior South Korean Buddhist monks entered the Memorial Hall of Korean Buddhism History and Culture in Seoul one by one on Friday, the tranquil mood interrupted only by the sounds of the camera crews that had come to record the event. The solemn ceremony, presided by the Ven. Jinwoo, president of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, Korea’s largest Buddhist sect, highlighted why the gathering mattered so much. The monks and Buddhist followers took turns studying the cremated remains of
April 20, 2024 - 17:46:54
Social affairs
[From the Scene] Search for truth about Sewol ferry disaster continues

In two places struck by unprecedented tragedy 10 years ago, people grieve for victims, yearn for truth, safer society ANSAN, Gyeonggi Province/JINDO, South Jeolla Province -- Time appears to stand still in a classroom in Ansan, Gyeonggi Province. The classroom is one of several replica classrooms built in memory of the students and teachers of Danwon High School who lost their lives on a school trip to Jeju Island on April 16, 2014, aboard the Sewol ferry. It is filled with the desks, chairs, bl
April 16, 2024 - 15:43:05
Industry
[From the Scene] LG Twin Towers refurbished to better connect with employees

LG Group’s symbolic LG Twin Towers, a landmark in Yeouido, where its major affiliates including LG Electronics are headquartered, has been transformed into modern office spaces incorporated with nature-inspired elements to create a harmonious work and life integration. When The Korea Herald reporter visited the LG Twin Towers on Monday morning, the first day of the building's completed renovation, employees seemed to have beaten the Monday blues and were filled with excitement and laughter as th
April 3, 2024 - 16:04:42
Mobility
[From the Scene] Extreme climates to battery cells: Inside Hyundai's safety efforts

Hyundai Motor Group, having climbed to the rank of the second-largest electric vehicle seller in the United States last year just behind the trailblazer Tesla, recently took reporters behind the scenes to reveal the backbone of their success: a commitment to safety amid the industry's sprint toward longer battery ranges and fast charging. On Wednesday, the press was invited to the automaker's Namyang Technology Research Center in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, to witness firsthand the safety testi
April 1, 2024 - 13:54:00
Travel
[From the Scene] Early birds win at plum blossom festival

Long lines exhaust travelers eager to witness arrival of spring GWANGYANG, South Jeolla Province -- If you are considering celebrating the arrival of spring at Gwangyang Plum Blossom Festival, one of South Korea’s most favored spring flower events, be ready to be at the festival site by 7 a.m. The 10-day flower festival kicked off March 8 at Gwangyang, a county located some 330 kilometers south of Seoul. Early birds will be able to enjoy the beautiful spring flowers to the fullest in a pleasant
March 12, 2024 - 14:47:48
Mobility
[From the Scene] Korean battery giants showcase new tech amid rivalry with China

South Korean battery makers showcased next-generation battery solutions amid competitive pressure from Chinese counterparts and a decelerating electric vehicle market at Interbattery 2024, Korea's largest gathering for the battery industry. This event, which kicked off at the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul on Wednesday, broke records, drawing an audience of 42,872 pre-registered attendees, a 77 percent increase compared to last year. LG Energy Solution took center stage with the ev
March 7, 2024 - 16:19:00