Focusing on Strengthening Fundamentals Amid Recession... Kumho Petrochemical Group

[Asia Economy Reporter Park So-yeon] This year, Kumho Petrochemical Group plans to continue its growth by strengthening its internal foundation in preparation for prolonged domestic and international uncertainties. As the survival competition among companies seeking new opportunities amid the recession intensifies, Kumho Petrochemical Group is also focusing its capabilities on solidifying its leading position in the market, centered on its core businesses such as synthetic rubber and synthetic resin.

Due to the steady demand for NB latex products, which are raw materials used in latex gloves, the company is again drawing up a blueprint for sales and production with a strategy to maximize profitability this year. Kumho Petrochemical is firmly maintaining its Southeast Asian market, centered on Malaysia where glove makers are located, while also preparing for increased demand in the Chinese market, where hygiene-related needs are rising. The company is expanding sales of NB latex materials not only for existing medical gloves but also for industrial gloves that protect workers' hands in industrial sites, and is discussing product diversification according to usage purposes.

Kumho Petrochemical's solid synthetic rubber, used as a material for automobile tires, also aims to continue the recovery trend from last year. This year, it plans to expand sales through strengthened partnerships with global tire makers and build a portfolio focused on high-profit products through the development of next-generation products.

Kumho Petrochemical is paying attention to new opportunities in the synthetic resin sector. As interest in next-generation plastics essential for lightweight materials and electronic components technology in the automotive industry increases, the company plans to expand customer touchpoints centered on products that are light yet have excellent strength and durability, and actively respond to various market demands.

The advanced material carbon nanotubes will not only continuously expand synergy through fusion with core products such as rubber and resin but also gradually monitor demand in the secondary battery market and seek additional research and development. Kumho P&B Chemicals plans to establish a sales portfolio strategy focused on the profitability of its core products this year. Kumho Mitsui Chemicals and Kumho Polykem are optimizing their business structures to flexibly respond to market changes in preparation for the market's low-growth trend.

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