Daewoo E&C CEO Visits Gadeokdo New Airport Site: "Mobilizing Full Company Capabilities for the Project"

Kim Bohyun, CEO of Daewoo E&C, visited the planned construction site of the Gadeokdo New Airport on the 17th together with company executives and employees to inspect the site conditions. Daewoo E&C is leading the consortium that will be responsible for developing the Gadeokdo New Airport site and is preparing for a negotiated contract with the government.

This visit was arranged to directly examine the site’s terrain characteristics and the environment of the planned offshore reclamation area before full-scale construction begins. CEO Kim visited key locations such as the observatory, nearby ports, and peaks to review the surrounding terrain and environment.

He stated, "The Gadeokdo New Airport project is a highly challenging construction that requires both offshore reclamation and large-scale soft ground treatment to be carried out simultaneously. Therefore, we must incorporate differentiated construction methods and advanced technologies from the design stage." He also emphasized, "Given the project's symbolic importance as a national initiative, please prioritize safety and prepare thoroughly in advance to ensure strict adherence to the construction schedule."

Kim Bohyun, CEO of Daewoo Engineering & Construction, visited Gadeokdo on the 17th to inspect the terrain and surrounding environment of the planned construction site. Provided by Daewoo Engineering & Construction

After inspecting the site, CEO Kim met with Lee Yunsang, Chairman of the Gadeokdo New Airport Construction Corporation, to discuss cooperation strategies. Chairman Lee explained the significance of the project and requested that the work be carried out with a strong sense of responsibility. In response, CEO Kim stated, "We will apply the most optimal alternative construction methods in the design phase and enhance project stability through thorough process management." He added, "We will approach this not just as the constructor but with the mindset of a project owner, mobilizing the full capabilities of the company."

He also requested administrative support. CEO Kim said, "Prompt administrative action from the government and the ordering organization is essential for successful and timely completion," and added, "We hope the corporation will provide full support in resolving all matters, including coordination and permits with local communities, local governments, and related agencies, as well as compensation procedures."

The development of the Gadeokdo New Airport site is a large-scale national project that will create the airport site through the largest offshore reclamation in history. After a site briefing on the 9th, the basic design phase officially began. The company expects that, following the six-month design process, construction on the initial priority section can begin by the end of the year.

Daewoo E&C has decided to strengthen verification of construction methods and technical reviews in cooperation with consortium partners. It is reported that the company is currently working with external expert groups to review technical solutions, including soft ground stabilization, in order to develop the optimal basic design plan. The company stated, "We will fully utilize our accumulated experience and technological capabilities in offshore civil engineering and large-scale infrastructure projects to drive the project forward reliably and efficiently."

Boohyun Kim, CEO of Daewoo Engineering & Construction (right), and Yoonsang Lee, Chairman of the Gadeokdo New Airport Construction Corporation, shake hands after a meeting at the corporation's headquarters in Busan on the 17th. Provided by Daewoo Engineering & Construction

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