Goheung-gun Receives Positive Response for Single Fare System on Island Ferry Routes

Alleviating Economic Burden of Island Residents with 1,000 Won Flat Fare, Contributing to Revitalization of Island Areas

[Goheung=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Shim Jeong-woo] Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do announced that since January 2019, it has been receiving favorable reviews from island residents by implementing a flat fare system of 1,000 won for ferry transportation, which is mainly used by island residents, the first of its kind nationwide.

The flat ferry fare system is a campaign pledge by the county governor aimed at alleviating the economic burden on residents using the ferry, enabling freer travel between the islands and the mainland, enhancing the sense of welfare, improving the quality of life for residents, and revitalizing the island economy through increased visitors.

Currently, Goheung-gun operates six ferries: Deukryang 5 (Deukryangdo), Sisan Ferry (Sisando), Hwado (Sang·Hahwado), Jukdo (Jukdo), Yeonhong (Yeonhongdo), and Aedo (Ssukseom). In 2021, the number of ferry passengers reached 160,000.

Goheung-gun stated, “We will do our best to provide customized transportation welfare so that island residents, who have experienced transportation inconveniences due to the unique characteristics of island areas, can freely travel between the islands and the mainland at any time.”

Goheung=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Shim Jeong-woo sevenshim@asiae.co.kr

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