Yeosu City Selected as “Marine Battery Specialized Data Hub Platform”

Selected for a Five-Year, 25 Billion Won Development Project

"Expected to Secure Global Competitiveness in the Marine Battery Market and Promote the Spread of Domestic Technology"

Yeosu City has been finally selected for the “2026 Marine Battery Specialized Data Hub Platform Development Project,” which is being promoted by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries.

According to Yeosu City on May 18, this project is a research and demonstration initiative that aims to integrate the management of data regarding the performance, safety, and lifespan of marine batteries, as well as to provide analysis and prediction services. With the strengthening of international environmental regulations, the transition to eco-friendly vessels has become increasingly necessary. The project is therefore expected to help lay the groundwork for standardization to meet International Maritime Organization (IMO) requirements.

Yeosu City has been finally selected for the 2026 Marine Battery Specialized Data Hub Platform Construction Technology Development Project. Photo shows a yacht view. Provided by Yeosu City.

The project will receive a total budget of 25 billion won over five years starting in 2026. It is also expected to revitalize the industry and create jobs by attracting 12 related companies. By collecting and analyzing various operational data in real time, the platform is anticipated to play a critical role in early detection of anomalies and preventing accidents.

Through this project, the city plans to gradually implement: ▲ the establishment of a standardized system for marine battery operation data ▲ development of AI-based condition diagnostics and lifespan prediction technology ▲ implementation of a digital twin-based simulation environment ▲ creation of a data-sharing ecosystem among industry and research institutions.

This initiative can be applied to various areas of marine mobility, such as eco-friendly ships, marine drones, and underwater robots. It is expected to help secure global competitiveness in the marine battery market while promoting the dissemination of domestic technology.

A city official stated, “With our selection for this project, we are now able to take the lead in establishing a marine battery industry ecosystem based on carbon neutrality. We will focus on developing safe and efficient marine energy utilization technologies with international competitiveness, and work to establish a strong industrial foundation.”

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