Korea National Oil Corporation Strengthens ICT Stability to Ensure Uninterrupted Public Services Even in Disasters
Published 13 Nov.2025 17:33(KST)
Intensive Inspection of Major ICT Facilities Throughout November
Emergency Operation System Review to Ensure Uninterrupted Services During Disasters
Energy services directly linked to the daily lives of the public cannot tolerate even a one-second interruption.
Korea National Oil Corporation (President Kim Dongseop) is conducting an intensive "2025 ICT Safety Inspection" of its information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure throughout November to ensure that public services essential to everyday life continue without interruption, even in the event of disasters such as fires or earthquakes.
Shin Yonghwa, Head of Management Support Division at Korea National Oil Corporation (first from the right), is receiving a report from an employee during an on-site inspection to strengthen the ICT stable operation system at the Ulsan headquarters on the 13th. Photo by Korea National Oil Corporation
원본보기 아이콘This inspection focuses on verifying in advance whether key ICT-based facilities are operating stably and ensuring that public services remain uninterrupted even during emergencies.
In particular, the company plans to jointly inspect with external partners the status of emergency power supply (UPS) and battery management, maintenance of electrical, fire safety, and HVAC facilities, and the implementation of disaster preparedness measures for fire protection and temperature/humidity control systems.
Shin Yonghwa, Executive Vice President of Management Support at Korea National Oil Corporation (left), is conducting an on-site inspection to strengthen the ICT stable operation system at the Ulsan headquarters on the 13th. Provided by Korea National Oil Corporation
원본보기 아이콘On the 13th, executives including the Head of Management Support Division participated directly in the on-site inspection, emphasizing the strengthening of field-oriented safety management systems, including fire prevention and safety incident response for core ICT infrastructure, risk management at partner worksites, and adherence to basic safety rules.
Based on the results of this inspection, Korea National Oil Corporation will implement follow-up measures such as replacing outdated equipment and enhancing safety facilities. The company also plans to continue strengthening its uninterrupted service operation system for platforms directly related to public convenience, such as Opinet and Petronet, in the future.
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