Koramco and Xi S&D Join Hands for Luxury Housing Development

Strategic Partnership for Trust-Based Redevelopment Projects and Urban Luxury Housing Development

Koramco Asset Trust announced on September 24 that it has signed a 'Strategic Business Agreement (MOU) for Cooperation in Luxury Housing Development Projects' with Xi S&D.

The signing ceremony was held in the main conference room at the Xi S&D headquarters on Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, attended by Lee Choongseong, CEO of Koramco, Koo Bonsam, CEO of Xi S&D, and other key executives from both companies.

Through this agreement, the two companies will establish a practical partnership in various areas, including: mutual sharing of information on luxury housing projects; participation in construction and trust for redevelopment and general development projects; joint review of project structure and financial procurement frameworks; and collaboration on sales feasibility studies and construction cost appropriateness.

Koramco is the leading private REITs management company and real estate trust firm in South Korea. Recently, it has been focusing on expanding its network within the industry by increasing its orders for redevelopment projects in the Seoul metropolitan area and concentrating on trust-based development projects targeting luxury residential facilities. Koramco recently participated in a public hearing on the resident-proposed urban development for the 'Moatown' project in Yeoksam 1-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The company has been actively communicating with residents and stakeholders, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of trust-based redevelopment projects compared to association-based projects.

Xi S&D is a comprehensive real estate services provider expanding its business based on construction and design capabilities in various real estate development sectors, including urban luxury housing, residential facilities, and office/commercial facility remodeling. Through its premium residential brands such as 'Xirene' and 'Xiela,' the company has established strong competitiveness in the premium housing market.

Recently, Xi S&D achieved 1 trillion won in orders for the first time since its founding, drawing significant attention in the industry. The company is accelerating its growth in the luxury housing sector, following its success in existing housing and officetel projects, as well as office building and urban redevelopment projects.

With this agreement, Xi S&D will participate as a practical construction partner in Koramco's trust-based development projects, which is expected to establish a 'premium redevelopment project model' that meets the demand for luxury housing in urban areas.

Lee Choongseong, CEO of Koramco Asset Trust, stated, "Koramco is evolving beyond simple financial participation to become a business operator that leads strategic planning and the development of high-end models in redevelopment projects. Through collaboration with Xi S&D, we will set a new standard for luxury residential projects in urban areas."

Koo Bonsam, CEO of Xi S&D, commented, "This agreement with Koramco is an opportunity to combine the strengths of both companies in the luxury urban housing development sector. We expect this will lead to a practical partnership that goes beyond simple construction participation to include organic collaboration in planning, design, and construction."

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