Seongdong-gu Improves Working Environment for Manufacturers... Up to 5 Million KRW Support per Company

Selection of 50 Manufacturers with a Total Support of 230 Million KRW, Additional Selection in July Planned to Create a Safe and Comfortable Work Environment... Support for Installation of Air Conditioners, Fire Detectors, Storage Shelves, LED Lighting, etc. to Enhance Manufacturing Productivity and Quality Improvement

Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Mayor Jung Won-oh) announced that it will provide up to 5 million KRW per company to improve the working environment of local manufacturing companies and enhance their production competitiveness.

Seongdong-gu has a thriving garment sewing industry centered around Haengdang-dong and Doseon-dong areas, and the Seongsu area forms a manufacturing cluster including handmade shoes and printing, serving as a foundation for job creation and revitalization of the local economy.

However, most manufacturing workplaces are located in dark and poorly ventilated basements due to high rent and the need for large spaces inherent to their work characteristics. Workers are often exposed to dust and particles falling from materials, resulting in poor working conditions. The risk of fire is also high due to outdated equipment and neglected storage materials.

Accordingly, since March this year, Seongdong-gu participated in the Seoul Metropolitan Government’s ‘Urban Manufacturing Company Working Environment Improvement Contest’ and selected 50 manufacturing companies (garment sewing, machinery metal, printing, jewelry, handmade shoes) in June.

The district plans to support the selected companies with a total of 230 million KRW to equip their workplaces with necessary facilities.

The support items include essential equipment such as fire extinguishers and fire detectors, as well as organizing shelves and LED lighting to reduce fire risks and create a comfortable working environment.

Additionally, companies can apply for a total of 34 items, including cutting tables that improve work efficiency and productivity.

Seongdong-gu plans to select additional target companies in July to support more manufacturing companies in improving their working environments, thereby leading to enhanced product quality and productivity in manufacturing.

Jung Won-oh, Mayor of Seongdong-gu, stated, “We are actively supporting manufacturing to maintain the lifeline of the local industry and revitalize the economy,” and added, “We will continue to implement various support policies such as technology development and market expansion to realize a business-friendly Seongdong.”

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