News

This comprehensive report presents the latest news from Korea's exhibition and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) industry. The following translations highlight key developments in major convention centers, upcoming exhibitions, and industry initiatives across Korea.

Major Exhibition Centers and Events

COEX-Related News

Title: Samsung SDI Begins Mass Production of Next-Generation 46φ Batteries - 'First in Korea'

Summary: Samsung SDI has begun mass production of next-generation 46φ batteries after showcasing diverse 46φ product lineups at "InterBattery 2025" held at COEX earlier this month. They promised to supply these batteries to American clients, featuring various models including 4695, 4680, 46100, and 46120 batteries.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/015/0005112754?sid=101

Title: GstarCAD Participates in Korea Mechanical Equipment Exhibition to Present Next-Generation CAD Solutions

Summary: GstarCAD, gaining attention in the domestic CAD market, will participate in the "Korea Mechanical Equipment Exhibition" to be held at COEX from April 9 to 11, where they will showcase their advanced CAD solutions.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/030/0003298262?sid=105

Title: "2025 LFP Battery Present and Future - Stability, Efficiency, Business Strategy Conference" to be Held at Automotive World Korea

Summary: Sun Communication announced that the "2025 LFP Battery Present and Future" conference will be held during the Automotive World Korea 2025 exhibition at COEX from April 16 to 18, focusing on battery technology trends and business strategies.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/030/0003298260?sid=105

Title: Obigo Showcases Various SDV Services at Hyundai Motor Group's Developer Conference

Summary: Obigo participated in Hyundai Motor Group's developer conference "Pleos 25" held at COEX on March 28, where they successfully introduced their software-defined vehicle (SDV) services and provided customized archives.

Link: http://www.newsprime.co.kr/news/article.html?no=681020

KINTEX-Related News

Title: 25,000 Attendees Gather at Indoor Music Festival 'The Glow' Over Two Days

Summary: The indoor music festival "THE GLOW 2025" held at KINTEX in Goyang City attracted over 25,000 attendees across two days, demonstrating the venue's capability to host large-scale cultural events.

Link: https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/001/0015299431

Title: Daebo Construction Secures Three Consecutive Orders Following Record High Orders Last Year

Summary: Daebo Construction has secured three consecutive orders after achieving a record high of 1.7 trillion won in orders last year, which included projects such as KINTEX's third exhibition hall.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005467779?sid=101

BEXCO-Related News

Title: 2025 Jecheon International Herbal Bio Industry Expo Receives Highest Public Preference Award at Korea Representative Festival Expo

Summary: The Jecheon Herbal Natural Material Industry Promotion Foundation participated in the "5th Korea Representative Festival Expo" held at BEXCO in Busan, where the "2025 Jecheon International Herbal Bio Industry Expo" received the highest public preference award, highlighting its popularity ahead of next year's event.

Link: https://www.joongdo.co.kr/web/view.php?key=20250331010009598

Title: KOTRA and Korea Commission for Corporate Partnership Support SMEs' ESG Management and Global Growth

Summary: The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and the Korea Commission for Corporate Partnership have signed an MOU to support small and medium-sized enterprises in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management and global expansion. They will jointly organize European ESG supply chain benchmarking initiatives and overseas training programs in June.

Link: https://www.widedaily.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=263585

Upcoming Major Exhibitions and Conventions

Title: Daejeon City to Host International Space Conference in June

Summary: Daejeon City, in collaboration with Contact Space Group (Korea's first listed space startup), will host the "International Space Conference" at the Daejeon Convention Center from June 3 to 5. The event will bring together industry experts to discuss space technology and business opportunities.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/056/0011921522?sid=101

Title: 2025 International Agricultural Expo to Open on October 23 at Jeollanam-do Agricultural Technology Institute

Summary: The 2025 International Agricultural Expo will open on October 23 at the Jeollanam-do Agricultural Technology Institute. The event will feature five exhibition halls: Mutual Prosperity, Agricultural Future, Agricultural Industry, Business, and Healing Therapy, showcasing agricultural automation technology and programs for youth and future generations.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/660/0000082384?sid=102

Title: Daejeon Tourism Corporation and Hyundai Department Store Sign MOU for 'Daejeon International Wine EXPO' Promotion

Summary: The Daejeon Tourism Corporation has signed an MOU with Hyundai Department Store to promote the "Daejeon International Wine EXPO," which will be held from October 24 to 26 at the Daejeon Convention Center. The event will showcase various wines and food from around the world and is expected to be Korea's largest wine exhibition.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/031/0000920331?sid=102

Title: 2025 World National Heritage Industry Exhibition to be Held in Gyeongju from June 12-14

Summary: The 9th World National Heritage Industry Exhibition will be held at HICO (Gyeongju Hwabak Convention Center) from June 12 to 14, 2025. This exhibition serves as a representative business platform for the national heritage industry, presenting industry trends and featuring cultural heritage preservation institutions and museums.

Link: https://www.gukjenews.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=3237152

Title: Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Participates in Bologna Children's Book Fair with Largest Scale Ever

Summary: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will participate in the Bologna Children's Book Fair with the largest scale ever to promote Korean children's books globally. They will also host the "2025 IBBY Asia-Pacific Regional Conference" under the theme "Coexistence with Earth" at the Suwon Convention Center on August 30-31.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/003/0013152301?sid=103

Regional Convention Centers and Development

Title: Gwangju City Strives to Attract 'Republic of Korea Local Era Expo'

Summary: Gwangju City is making an all-out effort to host the "Republic of Korea Local Era Expo" in May, utilizing local infrastructure including the Kimdaejung Convention Center and linking it with the "2025 Gwangju Visit Year" initiative.

Link: http://www.hansbiz.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=741421

Title: Jeonbuk Cultural Tourism Foundation Successfully Holds '2025 Jeonbuk MICE Day'

Summary: The Jeonbuk Cultural Tourism Foundation successfully held the "2025 Jeonbuk MICE Day," introducing the construction status of the Jeonju Exhibition Convention Center and showcasing the Gunsan Saemangeum Convention Center, highlighting plans to expand MICE infrastructure in the province.

Link: http://www.jeonmin.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=415200

Title: Seoul Tourism Foundation and Jeollanam-do Sign MOU for 'MICE Joint Marketing'

Summary: Seoul City and the Seoul Tourism Foundation have signed a four-party MOU with Jeollanam-do Province and the Jeonnam Tourism Foundation for "MICE Joint Marketing Cooperation" to strengthen competitiveness in attracting domestic and international MICE events.

Link: http://www.financialreview.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=33810

Title: Seoul Tourism Foundation Appoints Hong Jae-sun as Planning Management Director and Won Jong as International Tourism & MICE Director

Summary: The Seoul Tourism Foundation has appointed Hong Jae-sun as Planning Management Director and Won Jong, former executive at NCR Korea, as International Tourism & MICE Director in an open position, strengthening its leadership team to enhance Seoul's tourism and MICE industry capabilities.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/421/0008162567?sid=103

Corporate Participation in Exhibitions

Title: Wisenut Showcases AI Adoption Strategy at 'Public Solution Market'

Summary: Wisenut participated in the "Public Solution Market," introducing Korea's first RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) solution "WISE iRAG" and their self-developed "WISE LLM" at their exhibition booth. The company also revealed their AI agent strategy tailored for public institutions.

Link: https://www.newsfreezone.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=617552

Title: POSCO Showcases '4-Legged Walking Robot' at Korean Industrial Health Society Conference

Summary: POSCO demonstrated its 4-legged walking robot, which autonomously inspects equipment at the Gwangyang Steel Works blast furnace, at the Korean Industrial Health Society conference held at Suwon Convention Center from March 19 to 21.

Link: https://www.ajunews.com/view/20250330102122216

Title: Tilon Holds '2025 DAVEIT DAY' and Reveals Future Work Environment Innovation Strategy

Summary: Tilon, a cloud computing and virtualization specialist company, successfully held "2025 DAVEIT DAY" at COEX Magok on March 27, where they presented their strategies for future work environment innovation.

Link: https://www.nextdaily.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=236553

Title: Aircube Participates in eGISEC 2025 Exhibition to Unveil Authentication Security Solutions

Summary: Information security company Aircube participated in the eGISEC 2025 (E-Government Information Security Solution Fair) exhibition where they showcased their key security solutions on March 28.

Link: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/018/0005974440?sid=105

Conclusion

The Korean exhibition industry continues to thrive with numerous events planned throughout 2025. Major convention centers like COEX, KINTEX, and BEXCO are hosting significant international exhibitions, while government agencies and private corporations are collaborating to enhance Korea's MICE industry competitiveness. Regional development of convention infrastructure and increased cross-regional cooperation signal a robust future for Korea's exhibition sector.