Gwangju Chamber of Commerce Awards Eight Local Entrepreneurs and Workers on Commerce Day

Yoon Sitak of Najun and Lee Sungkyu of Arne Korea Receive Industrial Medal
Kim Hoon, Vice President of Korea Grundfos Pumps, Awarded Presidential Commendation

Exterior view of Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

The Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Chairman Han Sangwon) announced on the 19th that eight local entrepreneurs and workers were awarded commendations at the Commerce Day ceremony in recognition of their contributions to economic growth and strengthening industrial competitiveness.

This year, the level of honors awarded to local entrepreneurs has risen, and the scale of recipients reached an all-time high, further boosting the pride of businesspeople who have led the local economy.

The Industrial Medal, awarded to those who have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of industry or have worked diligently in their fields, was presented to Yoon Sitak, CEO of Najun Co., Ltd., and Lee Sungkyu, CEO of Arne Korea Co., Ltd.

Yoon Sitak, CEO of Najun Co., Ltd., played a foundational role in the global expansion of Korea's automobile industry and the development of the parts sector by leading the industry through the development of new technologies and process innovations for automotive plastic interior and exterior parts such as bumpers and panels, earning the top 5-star quality rating from Hyundai and Kia Motors.

Lee Sungkyu, CEO of Arne Korea Co., Ltd., developed technology that reduced power consumption by 17% and 20% respectively compared to existing products by applying the first-stage CO2 refrigerant with a low Global Warming Potential (GWP) to large-scale refrigeration and freezing systems for retail stores for the first time in Korea, and by introducing a subcooling system to inverter freezers for cold chains.

He was also recognized for his achievements in developing the first flame-retardant urethane panel in Korea with high fire resistance and airtight structure, greatly contributing to the localization of eco-friendly industrial equipment and materials.

The Presidential Commendation was awarded to Kim Hoon, Vice President of Korea Grundfos Pumps Co., Ltd. Kim was recognized for pioneering the global market for large-capacity pumps by exporting to over 60 countries with unrivaled technology in the field of large submersible pumps. He has also contributed to raising awareness of Korean technology and minimizing damage from heavy rain and floods caused by recent climate change.

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Commendation was awarded to Heo Jinsuk, CEO of Taeyang Signal System Co., Ltd.; Kim Seungseok, Executive Director of Dongguk Seongsin Co., Ltd. Western Division; Cho Daehun, Director of Shinsung Tech Co., Ltd.; and Kim Sungeun, Senior Manager at LST Co., Ltd.

The Chairman’s Commendation from the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry was awarded to Kim Nojin, Team Leader at the Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry, for planning and promoting projects to create a good job ecosystem and revitalize the local economy, thereby enhancing the status of businesspeople and contributing to the development of the Chamber.

Han Sangwon, Chairman of the Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said, "I sincerely congratulate the recipients who have led the way in change, innovation, and continuous challenge for the development of industry and the growth of businesses," adding, "The Gwangju Chamber plans to actively support local companies so they can continue to strengthen their competitiveness in the rapidly changing business environment."

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