Exhibition Industry News – May 16, 2025
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Exhibition Industry News (May 16, 2025)
Today's (May 16, 2025) exhibition industry news highlights various developments including domestic and international exhibitions and fairs, active participation by companies and local governments, government support policies, overseas expansion, ESG initiatives, and MICE industry promotion. Major exhibitions feature a wide range of industries such as advanced manufacturing, beauty, startups, childcare, and food, showcasing new technologies and trends. There is also active support for startups and SMEs to expand overseas, along with efforts in sustainable growth, infrastructure development, and collaborative policies to advance the MICE industry.
Exhibition Events
2nd Jeonbuk Youth Expo Opens in Gunsan—A Festival of Youth Participation
Opening ceremony of the Jeonbuk Youth Expo. / Reporter Lee In-ho The 2nd Jeonbuk Youth Expo kicked off successfully on May 15 at the Saemangeum Convention Center in Gunsan, Jeonbuk. Jointly hosted by the Jeonbuk Office of Education, Jeonbuk Province, and Gunsan City, the event was attended by Governor Kim Kwan-young of Jeonbuk...
Source: Convention Center article | Date: 2025-05-16 07:44:00 | Read Article
BUTECH 2025 Opens on May 20 in Busan—536 Companies from 31 Countries to Participate
Busan City announced it will host the 12th Busan International Machinery Fair (BUTECH 2025) for four days starting May 20 at BEXCO Halls 1 and 2... The opening ceremony will be held at 11 AM on May 20 in front of Hall 2 of BEXCO Hall 1 with Mayor Park Hyung-jun in attendance...
Source: BEXCO article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:13:00 | Read Article
COEX Magok Franchise Startup Expo: A Hub of Information for Prospective Entrepreneurs
“We will spare no effort in providing consulting support,” was stated. Organized by World Expo, the COEX Magok Franchise Startup Expo is being held at the COEX Magok Exhibition Center in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, until Saturday, May 17, 5 PM. [Shin-A Ilbo] Senior Reporter Kang Dong-wan...
Source: COEX Magok article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:16:00 | Read Article
BUTECH 2025 Opens May 20—536 Companies to Showcase Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
Twelve industrial exhibitions such as the Machinery Tech Show, International Hydraulic & Pneumatic Show, Root Industry Fair, and Mold Industry Fair, as well as eight thematic exhibitions like the Digital Mold Pavilion, Factory Automation Show, and Robot Industry Show, will be held. The AI Pavilion by the Busan IT Industry Promotion Agency will also be featured...
Source: Industrial Fair article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:03:00 | Read Article
[Photo] Trending Startup Ideas
The 78th Franchise Startup Expo 2025 opened on May 15 at COEX Magok in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, offering a networking platform for franchise headquarters and aspiring entrepreneurs. On the first day, visitors explored booths including one labeled "Self Ramen Café"...
Source: COEX Magok article | Date: 2025-05-15 18:34:00 | Read Article
Future of Manufacturing on Display—‘BUTECH 2025’ Grand Opening May 20 at BEXCO
A comprehensive exhibition held biennially since 2003, this 12th edition will feature 12 industrial exhibitions including Machinery Tech, International Hydraulic & Pneumatic, and Mold Industry, along with eight themed shows like the Digital Mold Pavilion and AI Pavilion hosted by Busan IT Industry Promotion Agency...
Source: Industrial Fair article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:10:00 | Read Article
Busan Hosts ‘BUTECH 2025’—At the Center of Global Manufacturing Technology
Held under the theme “Smart Manufacturing, Dreaming of Future Innovation,” the exhibition includes industrial shows, special tech zones, new technology presentations, and export consultations. At Hall 1, 12 industrial exhibitions will be showcased including Machinery Tech, Mold Industry, and Hydraulic & Pneumatic Tech...
Source: Industrial Fair article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:30:00 | Read Article
[Photo] '2025 Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair'
On the afternoon of May 15, citizens explored various baby and parenting products at the 2025 Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair held at Suwon Convention Center, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon. / Photo by Jeon Gwang-hyun maggie@incheonilbo.com...
Source: Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair article | Date: 2025-05-15 17:56:00 | Read Article
Record-Breaking BUTECH 2025 Opens May 20—Showcasing Smart Manufacturing Technologies
As a comprehensive exhibition held biennially since 2003, this 12th edition will be the largest yet. A total of 536 companies from 31 countries will participate, occupying 1,845 booths to exhibit leading-edge manufacturing technologies...
Source: Exhibition article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:35:00 | Read Article
Daegu & Gyeongbuk’s Largest Parenting Fair ‘Daegu Baby & Kids Fair’ Opens May 22 at EXCO
Co-hosted by EXCO and Messe Esang, this year’s Daegu Baby & Kids Fair will feature prominent domestic and international brands including Britax, Nuna, Hybrid, Pognae, DoubleHeart, Upang, Mustela, Bebesup, Nutricia, Bamboobebe, and Mother-K...
Source: Messe Esang article | Date: 2025-05-15 10:44:00 | Read Article
Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition to be Held at KINTEX, June 10–13
Co-hosted by KINTEX and Informa Markets, this event is the only B2B food industry exhibition in Korea. It will spotlight the latest food technologies and trends, enhancing the global competitiveness of Korea’s food industry...
Source: Informa Markets article | Date: 2025-05-15 10:01:00 | Read Article
Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair Opens May 15—A Gathering of Brands and Benefits
The largest early childhood exhibition in southern Gyeonggi Province, the Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair opened today (May 15). Running for four days until May 18 at Suwon Convention Center (Gwanggyo), the event showcases a variety of brands and products related to infant care...
Source: Suwon COBE Baby & Kids Fair article | Date: 2025-05-15 13:54:00 | Read Article
[Photo] 'All About K-Beauty'
On the morning of May 15, the 12th Daegu International Beauty Expo opened at EXCO in Daegu, where visitors participated in various experiences. The expo runs through May 17 and features cosmetics, esthetics, hair, nails, and total beauty segments...
Source: EXCO article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:10:00 | Read Article
Corporate Participation
THEDOOKAN to Participate in ‘2025 GOCARF KINTEX’ Starting May 23
Ji Hye-jin, Manager at Messe Esang, organizer of GOCARF, stated, "We hope you take this opportunity to become more familiar with your equipment through personalized sessions," and added, "Many renowned brands are planning to unveil new products for the first time at this GOCARF..."
Source: Messe Esang article | Date: 2025-05-15 17:16:00 | Read Article
Korea LFP to Showcase Next-Gen AI Battery Technology at ‘EV Trend Korea 2025’
This exhibition is the only electric vehicle industry fair in Seoul, hosted by the Ministry of Environment and co-organized by COEX and the Korea Battery Industry Association. It offers a comprehensive look at the latest technologies and trends in electric vehicles and mobility...
Source: Korea Battery Industry Association article | Date: 2025-05-15 12:42:00 | Read Article
GOLFZON Participates in ‘AWS Summit Seoul 2025’
GOLFZON Co., Ltd. announced on May 15 that it participated in the ‘AWS Summit Seoul 2025’ held at COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on May 14 and 15. The event was hosted by Amazon Web Services (AWS)...
Source: COEX article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:18:00 | Read Article
Uijeongbu Urban Corporation Business Promotion Center Successfully Hosts Budae-jjigae Promo Booth—Highlighting Local Food Culture
The Business Promotion Center of Uijeongbu Urban Corporation successfully operated a promotional booth for Uijeongbu Budae-jjigae at the ‘2025 K-Wellness Food & Tourism Fair’ held at the aT Center in Yangjae-dong, Seoul from May 14 to 15. The expo aimed to promote wellness...
Source: aT Center article | Date: 2025-05-15 23:12:00 | Read Article
Industry Trends
Running Shoe Market Surpasses 1 Trillion KRW… Retailers Accelerate Targeting MZ 'Running Tribe'
According to the Korea Federation of Textile Industries, the domestic athletic shoe market reached approximately 4 trillion KRW last year. The market continues to grow annually, with running shoes estimated to account for about 1 trillion KRW, or 25% of the total. Department stores are expanding product lines related to running...
Source: Korea Federation of Textile Industries article | Date: 2025-05-16 06:00:00 | Read Article
Ministry of Industry Reviews Facility Investments and U.S. Trade Trends with Private Sector… “Investment is a Survival Strategy”
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy is reviewing the progress of investments in key domestic industries such as semiconductors, automobiles, and shipbuilding, as well as how companies are responding to changes in the U.S.-led trade environment. On May 16, the ministry held discussions in Seoul to promote joint responses between the government and private sector...
Source: Ministry of Industry article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:38:00 | Read Article
Government/Local Support Policies
Waterbation Selected for Ministry of SMEs and Startups’ ‘Super Gap Startup 1000+’
The ‘Super Gap Project’ is a strategic initiative by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups to discover 1,000 promising startups in 10 national strategic industries such as AI, system semiconductors, and biotech, offering up to KRW 1.1 billion in funding over three years. Waterbation uses water to reduce fine dust in the air...
Source: Ministry of SMEs and Startups article | Date: 2025-05-16 07:21:00 | Read Article
Gyeongbuk Province Requests APEC Support During Visit to National Assembly
A view of the HICO (Hwabaek International Convention Center), where the 2025 APEC Summit will be held in Gyeongju. On May 15, Gyeongbuk Province visited the National Assembly to address key issues related to the upcoming APEC Summit to be held in Gyeongju this fall...
Source: Convention Center article | Date: 2025-05-16 07:34:00 | Read Article
Gyeongju International Convention Complex Selected for Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Project—Secures Most National Funding
Gyeongju City was selected for the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism’s ‘2025 International Convention Complex Activation Support Project,’ securing the largest amount of national funding among seven municipalities. This year’s secured amount is KRW 400 million. Gyeongbuk Province and Gyeongju City...
Source: HICO article | Date: 2025-05-15 22:26:00 | Read Article
Taean County Promotes Marine Healing at 'K-Wellness Fair' in Seoul
At the '2025 K-Wellness Food & Tourism Fair' held at the aT Center in Seoul on May 14, Taean County operated a promotional booth as it aims to become a hub for marine healing on Korea’s west coast. The county is preparing to open its Marine Healing Center in the latter half of the year...
Source: aT Center article | Date: 2025-05-15 20:56:00 | Read Article
Gyeonggi Province Holds 1st Co-Growth Fair to Promote Big-Small Business Cooperation
On May 13, Gyeonggi Province held the '1st 2025 Gyeonggi Co-Growth Fair' in partnership with the Co-Growth Committee and hosted by the Gyeonggi Business & Science Accelerator at Suwon Messe. The event opened a new platform for cooperation between large and small businesses...
Source: Suwon Messe article | Date: 2025-05-15 08:47:00 | Read Article
KTO Promotes 'Travel with Pets' at Korea’s Largest Pet Expo
The Korea Tourism Organization announced on May 16 that it will run a 'Travel with Pets' promotion booth at '2025 MegaZoo,' Korea’s largest pet fair, held at KINTEX in Goyang through May 18. Participating pet-friendly tourism cities include Ulsan, Taean, and Suncheon...
Source: Expo article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:37:00 | Read Article
Incheon City to Foster Tourism Innovation Startups with Up to KRW 38 Million in Support
On May 15, Incheon City held a program at the Incheon Tourism Business Support Center to support tourism and MICE startups driving local innovation. The competition is divided into six stages based on the startup’s growth level: Pre-startup, Early-stage, Leap, Regional Synergy, Growth Plus+, and Star...
Source: MICE article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:01:00 | Read Article
Government Secures KRW 84.7 Billion in Supplementary Budget to Support Over 2,000 Firms Facing U.S. Tariffs
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy launched the first round of 'Tariff Response Vouchers' on April 2, the day U.S. tariff measures were announced. The initiative initially supported 200 companies... A ministry official stated that this effort aims to minimize damage to Korean SMEs and mid-sized exporters caused by U.S. tariff actions...
Source: Ministry of Industry article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:36:00 | Read Article
Gangnam District Recruiting Startups to Join ‘CES 2026’
The district, in collaboration with the Seoul Business Agency (SBA), will set up a joint Seoul Pavilion with five exhibition booths. After a screening process, five companies and five backup candidates will be selected to receive consulting for the CES Innovation Awards and marketing support...
Source: Exhibition Booth article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:27:00 | Read Article
Overseas Expansion
POSBANK Strengthens Global Competitiveness through Consecutive Participation in International Exhibitions
POS and KIOSK specialist POSBANK announced on the 16th that it is targeting overseas markets by consecutively participating in major global exhibitions. According to the company, the NRA Show hosts over 1,800 global participants...
Source: Exhibition-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:43:00 | View Article
Gangwon Province Targets Emerging Markets in Indonesia and China
From October 22 to 24, Gangwon will host a global buyer and partner matching event at Korea's only mobility industry exhibition, KOAA GTT SHOW, to expand export channels. Additionally...
Source: Exhibition-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:36:00 | View Article
Busan Changkyung Secures a Launchpad for Startups at Tokyo Expo
At the Climbers Startup JAPAN EXPO2025 held from May 8 to 9, Busan Changkyung collaborated with Japanese exhibition organizer Sansan to set up a joint startup pavilion, featuring open pitches and Korea-Japan networking...
Source: Exhibition organizer-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 11:29:00 | View Article
Busan Changkyung Concludes Japan Open Innovation Program ‘Plug and Play: Tokyo’
Busan Changkyung directly collaborated with Japanese organizer Sansan to manage a joint pavilion, facilitate B2B meetups, host investor pitch sessions, and promote Korea-Japan business exchanges...
Source: Exhibition organizer-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 11:53:00 | View Article
KOSME Hosts Export Consultation Event in China with 75 Companies Participating
The export consultation event was organized as part of the 'K-Lifestyle Week' by KOSME, the Consulate General of Korea in Shanghai, and KOTRA. The program aims to support Korean SMEs amid declining consumer sentiment and brand competition in China...
Source: KOTRA-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:35:00 | View Article
“A Day in the Life of 20-something Korean Mina” — Korean SMEs Captivate Osaka
KOTRA showcased popular Korean products such as cosmetics at an exhibition. Competitive products attracted attention from Japanese consumers... ▶ Interview: Kim Ji-hye / Deputy Director, KOTRA Osaka - “Beauty, food, and household items appeal greatly to Japanese consumers.”
Source: KOTRA-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:15:00 | View Article
“One-on-One Matchmaking with VCs” — Support for Korean Startups Entering Japan
The association offered booth support and pitch contest participation to startups, facilitating private matchmaking sessions and networking programs with Japanese conglomerates and VCs to support their market entry into Japan...
Source: Exhibition booth-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:24:00 | View Article
KOTRA and Korea Battery Industry Association Host ‘InterBattery Europe’ in Germany
KOTRA, in cooperation with the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Korea Battery Industry Association, and COEX, hosted ‘InterBattery Europe 2025’ in Munich to support Korean companies entering the European battery supply chain and strengthening local partnerships...
Source: Korea Battery Industry Association-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 20:00:00 | View Article
Cosmax Draws Attention with Customized Strategy at Shanghai Beauty Expo
Cosmax China, the Chinese subsidiary of Cosmax, participated in the 2025 China Beauty Expo held at Shanghai New International Expo Center from May 12 to 14, showcasing localized products and attracting strong interest...
Source: Exhibition booth-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:26:00 | View Article
ESG
Pohang Signs MOU for Green Growth Cooperation
The World Green Growth Forum concluded its two-day schedule yesterday (15th), and Pohang City announced plans to regularly host the forum centered around the Pohang International Exhibition and Convention Center, which is scheduled for completion in 2027...
Source: Convention-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:26:00 | View Article
Pohang Aims to Become a Hub for Global Green Growth
Pohang City plans to incorporate the discussions from this year’s forum to prepare for a successful WGGF next year. With the Pohang International Exhibition and Convention Center set to be completed in 2027, the city aims to make WGGF a regular event to lead the global green transition...
Source: Convention center-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:00:00 | View Article
MICE
SMR International Conference to Be Held Again This Year in Gyeongnam, a Hub for Nuclear Power
In October last year, Gyeongnam Province held this event for the first time at the Changwon Convention Center, with leading SMR companies such as NuScale Power, TerraPower, and Saltforce participating. SMRs (Small Modular Reactors) generate less than 0.3GW and are manufactured in factories before being assembled on-site...
Source: Changwon Convention Center-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 18:12:00 | View Article
[Feature] Gyeongju, the Millennium City, to Host the APEC Summit — Building a Sustainable Future
The APEC summit venue, HICO. Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang Province, has been selected to host the 32nd APEC Summit in 2025, where leaders from 21 countries will gather. This marks the first APEC summit in South Korea since it was last held in Busan in 2005, 20 years ago...
Source: HICO-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 18:00:00 | View Article
2025 National Assembly Forum and Policy Briefing on the MICE Industry Held
■ Participating MICE-related associations and academic groups: Korea MICE Association, Korea Exhibition Industry Promotion Association, Korea MICE Event Industry Cooperative, Korea Exhibition Venue Operators Association, Korea PCO Association, Korea Exhibition Organizers Association, Korea Exhibition Service Association, Korea Exhibition Design Association...
Source: Korea Exhibition Industry Promotion Association-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 18:54:00 | View Article
2025 World Human Rights Cities Forum Opens — 'Peace and Solidarity'
Ahead of the 45th anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Uprising, the 2025 World Human Rights Cities Forum is being held at the Kim Dae-jung Convention Center in Gwangju until tomorrow (17th). About 1,500 human rights experts from around the world are attending the event under the theme “Peace and Solidarity: Against War and Violence”...
Source: Convention-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:19:00 | View Article
Korean Society of Civil Engineers Calls for Establishment of National Infrastructure Commission
Meanwhile, the society plans to host the ‘KSCE 2025 Convention’ on November 12 in Cheongju at OSCO. The KSCE Convention is the society’s annual academic conference. Chairman Choi Dong-ho stated that the event will feature over 80 papers and around 80 exhibition booths...
Source: Cheongju OSCO-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 15:04:00 | View Article
Incheon to Foster 'Tourism and MICE Startups' for Innovation
The City of Incheon (Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok) and Incheon Tourism Organization (President Baek Hyun) are launching a program to foster tourism and MICE startups to lead innovation. Fifteen startups in the tourism and MICE sectors will participate in the orientation at the Incheon Tourism Business Support Center...
Source: MICE-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 00:42:00 | View Article
ITS Mega Festival to Be Held in Suwon from May 28 to 30
The '2025 Suwon ITS Asia-Pacific Forum' will be held from May 28 to 30 at the Suwon Convention Center and nearby areas. The event will feature the Smart SMT&PCB Assembly Exhibition and the theme “Hyper-Connected Cities Powered by ITS”...
Source: Suwon Convention Center-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 01:38:00 | View Article
ITS Asia-Pacific Forum Returns After 23 Years — To Be Held in Suwon May 28–30
With participation from over 30 countries and more than 10,000 attendees, the 20th ITS Asia-Pacific Forum will take place at the Suwon Convention Center and surrounding areas. The event will showcase cutting-edge transport technologies and operate 175 exhibition booths...
Source: Suwon Convention Center-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 01:45:00 | View Article
High-Level Korea-U.S. Talks Begin at APEC Trade Ministers’ Meeting
South Korea, serving as chair for the first time in 20 years, began high-level discussions with the U.S. on tariffs and other trade matters at the APEC Trade Ministers’ Meeting held on the 15th at the Jeju International Convention Center (ICC). China’s representative, Li Chenggang, also visited for talks...
Source: Jeju International Convention Center-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 06:04:00 | View Article
National Assembly Discusses MICE Industry Development — MICE Industry Forum Held
During the subsequent discussion, Professor Lee Jae-gon from Kyonggi University served as moderator. Panelists included Oh Sung-hwan, President of the Korea PCO Association; Kim Han-seok, Chairman of the Korea MICE Event Industry Cooperative; Jo Won-pyo, CEO of Messe Esang; and Jung Kwang-min, Research Fellow at the Korea Culture and Tourism Institute...
Source: Messe Esang-related article | Date: 2025-05-15 09:21:00 | View Article
Pohang Steps Up Efforts to Host TPO General Assembly
Participating in the '2025 Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF)', Pohang introduced its MICE expertise and highlighted its competitiveness. Through this presentation, the city engaged in direct communication with major cities in Asia to promote its potential as a MICE destination...
Source: MICE-related article | Date: 2025-05-16 08:00:00 | View Article
Exhibition Marketing
[Photo] Interested in Starting a Ramen Vending Machine Business?
On May 15, a prospective entrepreneur examines a ramen vending machine at the "78th Franchise Startup Expo 2025" held at COEX Magok in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. The event, which runs until the 17th, features over 110 participating companies promoting their brands.
Source: Article related to COEX Magok | Date: 2025-05-16 00:10:00 | View Article
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Updated: May 16, 2025, 09:13 KST