SB선보(에스비선보)

 On December 12, SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. was honored with the “USD 50 Million Export Tower” at the 27th Busan Export Awards Ceremony and the 2025 Busan Trade Day Presentation, held at Paradise Hotel Busan. The Busan Export Awards recognize companies that have achieved outstanding export performance despite challenging global trade conditions, celebrating their contributions to regional export growth and promoting a culture of international trade. SB SUNBO has strengthened its export competitiveness through high-value eco-friendly ship and energy equipment, including LNG fuel gas supply systems (FGSS), high- and low-pressure LNG compressors, and cryogenic piping modules. As a result, between July 2024 and June 2025, the company achieved approximately USD 60 million in direct and indirect exports, representing a 160% increase compared to the previous year, earning this prestigious award. A key factor in this achievement was the establishment of a unit-package-based modular production system through close collaboration with domestic shipyards, as well as continued development of next-generation eco-friendly fuel systems. Leveraging this foundation, SB SUNBO continues to expand exports to the global shipbuilding and energy markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Vice Chairman Jae-Wook Seo stated, “SB SUNBO’s eco-friendly ship technologies represent the future value demanded by the global market. We will continue to promote the technological competitiveness of Korea’s shipbuilding and marine industry worldwide.”

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. celebrated another proud achievement as Hee-Tae Kim, Senior Manager of Sales Team 2, was awarded the Prime Minister’s Commendation at the Busan Export Awards for his outstanding contributions to overseas market development and export growth. Over the past 14 years, Hee-Tae Kim has supported various global projects, including LNG carriers, dual-fuel ships, and offshore plants, strengthening SB SUNBO’s export competitiveness through new product discovery and tailored technical proposals. Reflecting on the award, Hee-Tae Kim said, “This recognition is not just for individual achievement, but a testament to the collective export accomplishments of the entire company. I will continue to pursue new markets and opportunities with dedication.”

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. was named an Outstanding Partner at the GSI 2025 Global Partner Conference, held on December 19 in Nansha, Guangzhou, China. GSI, a shipyard under CSSC, the world’s largest shipbuilding group, presents this award to global partners based on a comprehensive evaluation of technical capabilities, quality, delivery performance, and collaboration achievements. SB SUNBO was honored for its reliable supply capabilities and excellent collaboration performance, earning this prestigious recognition. At the ceremony, Jin-Seok Son, Head of Sales, received the award on behalf of the company. Additionally, the Sea Trial Team was recognized for its engineering expertise, with Sung-Hoon Moon, Manager of partner company K-One, receiving the Outstanding Engineer Award.

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. achieved a significant milestone in its journey toward eco-friendly energy transition. On December 11, at the award ceremony held at Seoul Olympic Parktel, SB SUNBO received the Grand Prize in the Corporate Category, presented by the Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment, at the 2025 Korea Environmental, Resources & Energy Awards. The recognition carries special meaning as it officially acknowledges SB SUNBO’s transformation from a shipbuilding equipment company into a sustainable, technology-driven green energy enterprise, expanding its business into eco-friendly and energy sectors. At the ceremony, Chairman Geum-Sik Choi stated, “Drawing on our experience in developing shipbuilding equipment technologies and improving production capabilities, we will now make a new leap forward as a specialized eco-friendly shipbuilding and energy company.” Since July of last year, SB SUNBO has consolidated four former subsidiaries into a single corporate entity, reorganizing its technology teams around approximately 160 design and engineering personnel and 50 specialized research staff, while establishing a business structure that integrates both shipbuilding equipment and eco-friendly energy solutions. Recently, the company has expanded into decarbonization and renewable energy technologies, including water electrolysis systems, onboard ship carbon capture devices (OCCS), and wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS). Building on its accumulated expertise in shipbuilding equipment, SB SUNBO plans to continue developing and commercializing renewable energy and decarbonization technologies, further strengthening its competitiveness in the global green energy market.

  Every year, as Christmas approaches, the SUNBO Family looks forward to the festive Carrot Market event.  This year’s Christmas Special Carrot Market featured 33 Christmas gifts prepared by Chairman Geum-Sik Choi, alongside 33 items thoughtfully donated by employees.  The items were auctioned, with the highest bidder receiving each gift. The proceeds from the auction were donated as year-end contributions, adding a spirit of giving to the fun and creating a warm, festive atmosphere for all participants.

  On the afternoon of December 23, the One-Heart Event was held at the 4th-floor Grand Training Hall of the Dadae 1 Plant, bringing colleagues together to share laughter and enjoy the festive year-end atmosphere.  The event featured two game categories: “Cham-Cham-Cham” and “Muk-Jji-Ppa”, with eight teams formed in pairs regardless of department. Although the games were simple, the competitive spirit kept the hall full of cheers, laughter, and excitement.  Final rankings were determined by the combined scores of both games. The first-place team received KRW 100,000, and the second-place team received KRW 60,000.  Though brief, the One-Heart Event provided a joyful and memorable experience for the SUNBO Family, celebrating teamwork and camaraderie at the close of the year.

 On November 25, SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Karadeniz Holding and Busan City at BEXCO Convention Hall to promote the joint development of the shipbuilding and offshore plant industry. Karadeniz Holding, a global leader with unparalleled expertise in the powership sector, will collaborate with SB SUNBO and other Busan-based shipbuilding equipment companies to explore opportunities in the floating power plant market, marking an important starting point for regional businesses. The core objective of this three-party MOU is to open new markets for Busan’s shipbuilding equipment sector, a key local industry. Through its subsidiary Karpowership, Karadeniz Holding supplies powerships to multiple countries in Africa and Asia, offering practical solutions to global energy shortages. Busan City expects that this collaboration will provide local companies with access to a global network of leading enterprises and enable them to expand their business reach. Until now, local shipbuilding equipment companies had no access to the powership sector. However, many of these companies are already active in the offshore plant market, allowing them to enter the floating power plant supply chain without large-scale R&D investment, which represents a significant advantage.Under the MOU, Busan City, SB SUNBO, and Karadeniz Holding will jointly pursue:   • Administrative support and cooperative networks to expand regional company participation   • Joint projects leveraging the technical capabilities and equipment supply capacity of Busan’s shipbuilding and equipment industry   • Sharing of Karpowership’s experience in operating powerships and LNG floating storage and regasification units, as well as global project expertise Mayor Hyung-Joon Park of Busan commented, “Busan is the largest hub for the shipbuilding equipment industry in Korea, leading digital and eco-friendly transformation and moving toward high value-added production as a global marine hub. Through this MOU, we aim to strengthen cooperation with the international community and combine the strengths of the three parties to further promote innovation and collaboration in the shipbuilding and offshore plant industry.”

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. held the 2025 Business Performance Review and 2026 Business Plan Meeting on December 11 at the Busan Human Resources Development Institute. The meeting, organized to review the company’s performance in 2025 and establish management strategies for 2026, was attended by 123 executives and employees at the department head level or above. The session ran for approximately eight hours, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, beginning with the recitation of the company song. The first presentation focused on the direction of “Sunshine 2027,” a project aimed at securing SB SUNBO’s future growth engines. This was followed by performance reports from the Planning Team, HSE Planning, Sales Headquarters, Dadae Plant, and Gupyeong Plant. After lunch and a commemorative photo session, the meeting continued with reports from the Production, Design, and Quality Research Divisions (including Technology Research, Energy Research, and Future Research), followed by updates from the Quality, General Affairs & Finance, Procurement, Sea Trial, and IT departments. The meeting concluded with the final report from the Business Operations Team, evaluations and remarks from Chairman Geum-Sik Choi and the CEOs of each subsidiary, and a final recitation of the company song and slogans. In 2025, SB SUNBO successfully integrated four subsidiaries to become a unified SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. Following the “LET’S GO 2025” strategy, the company established “Sunshine 2027” as its mid- to long-term future business strategy, preparing for the next stage of growth.Building on the significant changes and achievements of 2025, SB SUNBO plans to pursue its goals even more actively in 2026, driving continued progress and innovation.

 Geum-Sik Choi, Chairman of SB SUNBO Co., Ltd., has been honored with the 43rd Busan Industry Award, which recognizes business leaders who have contributed to the industrial development of the Busan region. Presented by the Busan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Busan Industry Award has been regarded as one of the most prestigious honors for regional business leaders since it was first established in 1983. Chairman Choi, who was selected as the recipient in the Management Category, was recognized for his long-standing contributions to the shipbuilding and offshore equipment industry since founding the company in 1986. He introduced the world’s first “module unit” concept to the sector, helping shipyards reduce production time and advance global standardization. In addition, he has played a leading role in strengthening industrial competitiveness by expanding the company’s business into future-oriented technologies. These include the commercialization of eco-friendly ship technologies such as LNG, methanol, and ammonia fuel supply systems, as well as the development of renewable energy initiatives, including wind-linked water electrolysis demonstration projects. The award ceremony was held on November 26 at the Busan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Hall, attended by approximately 110 guests, including Busan Mayor Hyung-Joon Park, Busan Metropolitan Council Chair An Sung-Min, Superintendent of Education Seok-Jun Kim, representatives from local media, and business leaders. Chairman Choi shared the honor with Woon-Seok Kim, Chairman of Deokjae Construction Co., Ltd., who received the award in the Technology Category, and Hae-Hwa Song, CEO of Ocean Entech Co., Ltd., who was recognized in the Social Contribution Category. SB SUNBO will continue its efforts to support the revitalization of Busan’s economy and strengthen the innovation capabilities of regional industries.

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. participated in the 2025 Korea Tech Festival, held at COEX from December 3 to 5. Hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) and organized by KEIT, KIAT, KOTRA, and KTL, the 2025 Korea Tech Festival was newly established as a comprehensive industrial technology platform. The event integrates the Industrial Technology R&D Expo and the Korea Technology Commercialization Expo, covering the entire ecosystem from research and development sites to industrial applications and global collaboration. A total of 82 companies and organizations participated in this year’s event. Among them, SB SUNBO was selected as one of the “Top 10 Industrial Technology R&D Achievements,” an award presented by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. The Top 10 Industrial Technology R&D Achievements recognize companies and institutions that have made significant contributions to industrial technology research, development, and commercialization in Korea. SB SUNBO was honored in the shipbuilding and offshore sector for its achievements in developing an ammonia fuel supply system. The system includes technologies for safely supplying ammonia as a marine fuel, the development of key domestically produced components, and advanced technologies for fuel leak prevention and monitoring. As the share of ammonia in marine fuel is expected to increase in line with the International Maritime Organization (IMO)’s carbon reduction targets, the project received high recognition for its potential to enhance operational safety and ensure reliability in the practical application of eco-friendly fuels for vessels. Ho-Gil Jang, Executive Director, who oversees the research project, stated,    “Eco-friendly ammonia fuel technology is a key field that will determine the future competitiveness of the shipbuilding and offshore industry.    Through this award, we will accelerate verification and commercialization to secure a technological edge in the global market for environmentally friendly vessels.” SB SUNBO is currently preparing sea trials scheduled for next year, applying the ammonia fuel supply system to an actual ammonia–diesel dual-fuel engine. The research project is expected to continue until March next year.

  The annual briquette-sharing volunteer activity, a winter tradition involving the SUNBO Family, was held on December 6 along the hillside roads near Gamnae 1-ro 15 in Saha-gu, Busan.  First launched in 2013, the briquette-sharing program marked its 13th year this year. The initiative provides briquettes to households that still rely on briquette heating during the winter, supporting energy-vulnerable families through both donations and volunteer service.  Around 100 SB SUNBO employees, joined by their spouses and children, participated in the activity and worked together to deliver warmth to the local community.  Early in the morning, the SUNBO Family gathered at an open area near Gamnae 1-ro, where they received gloves, vests, and other necessary equipment. A ceremony was held to mark the donation and delivery of 10,000 briquettes.  Before the volunteer work began, participants received a briefing and divided their responsibilities, including loading briquettes onto carriers, transporting them, and visiting households to deliver them directly.  The volunteer activity began at approximately 8:20 AM and continued for about an hour, with participants divided into three teams. Team A worked in the Culture Village area, Team B along the downhill roadside section, and Team C along the hillside road. Under the guidance of the Briquette Bank staff, the teams carried out the distribution smoothly and efficiently.  Warm attention and care are what ultimately melt the cold of winter. Despite the chilly weather, the dedication of SB SUNBO employees and their families who volunteered together will be remembered as a meaningful act of sharing—just as valuable as the 10,000 briquettes delivered that day.  The SUNBO Family will continue to encourage greater participation from employees in community sharing activities and expand its support to help local neighbors facing economic hardship.

  At the end of 2025, SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. helped bring warmth to the winter season through a series of meaningful social contribution activities. On November 29, SB SUNBO donated KRW 10 million to support the Santa Expedition Project organized by the Green Umbrella Children’s Foundation at the Eulsukdo Cultural Center.  The Santa Expedition is a nationwide sharing campaign that supports children who face financial difficulties during the Christmas season. Through the program, children receive wish gifts as well as assistance for winter heating costs, educational expenses, and cultural activities. The project has become one of Korea’s representative social contribution initiatives, with participation from many companies every year.  This year’s donation was especially meaningful as SB SUNBO participated together with Karpowership, a Turkish company. SB SUNBO, which has been involved in various donation projects through the Green Umbrella Children’s Foundation, decided to extend this initiative by partnering with an overseas company with which it has established economic cooperation.  Karpowership, which also donated KRW 10 million, is a subsidiary of Karadeniz Holding, a globally recognized Turkish company in the powership sector. On November 25, Karpowership signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Busan Metropolitan Government and SB SUNBO for the joint development of the shipbuilding and offshore plant industries, marking the beginning of closer industrial cooperation.  Meanwhile, on the same day, the Sunjae Scholarship Foundation, a non-profit public foundation established by Chairman Geum-Sik Choi to honor his father’s spirit of “sharing through education” and to nurture future talents in the region, awarded KRW 10 million in scholarships to two Turkish international students (KRW 5 million each).  This initiative demonstrated how economic cooperation with a Turkish company has extended beyond industry into social contribution for future generations. By working together not only in technological exchange but also in spreading positive corporate influence, the two companies created a meaningful example of global partnership and shared values.

  SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. donated year-end charity funds collected in 2025 from its Busan headquarters, Gimhae, and Honam operations to local governments in each region.  On December 1, the company first delivered KRW 10 million to the Dadae 1-dong Administrative Welfare Center in Saha-gu, Busan, as part of the “Hope 2026 Sharing Campaign.”  Every year during the year-end sharing campaign, SB SUNBO visits the Dadae 1-dong Administrative Welfare Center to make a donation, continuing its efforts to promote a culture of sharing within the local community.  The donated KRW 10 million will be designated for the Morundae Social Welfare Center and used to support various welfare programs and community assistance initiatives for vulnerable residents in Dadae 1-dong who are experiencing economic hardship.  In addition, the company made further contributions across its other business sites:   • KRW 10 million from the Gupyeong Plant to the Gupyeong-dong Administrative Welfare Center   • KRW 5 million from the Gimhae Plant to the Jinrye-myeon Administrative Welfare Center   • KRW 10 million from the Honam operations (Yeongam and Daebul Plants) to the Yeongam Future Education Foundation  Vice Chairman Doo-Sun Park stated, “The growth of a company is completed through coexistence with the local community. We hope this contribution will serve as a catalyst for spreading a culture of giving in our communities.”  He added, “Our company will continue to fulfill its social responsibilities and actively carry out a wide range of social contribution activities so that we can grow together with the communities around us.”

 SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. held a New Employee Workshop on November 21 from 7:40 AM to 6:00 PM at the Oryukdo Hall of Commodore Hotel.  The workshop was attended by 27 employees who joined the company within the past year, including new hires from Sunbo Angel Partners and Lighthouse. Nine executives also participated in the program, spending the day with the new employees.  The workshop officially began with participants reciting the company song and slogan. This was followed by a message from Chairman Geum-Sik Choi under the theme “A New Beginning After Integration.”  Next, Executive Director Jin-Seok Son delivered a lecture titled “The Great Transformation of the Shipbuilding Industry and Energy Trends.” The morning session concluded with an orientation and team-building mission led by instructor Jung-Sun Park.  Through the messages delivered by the Chairman and the Executive Director, participants reflected on the company’s direction for the future, while the team-building activities helped strengthen camaraderie among colleagues.  Following lunch, the afternoon session provided an opportunity for participants to gain a deeper understanding of SB SUNBO. Senior Executives Kyung-Hyun Sung and Se-Young Lee introduced Sunbo Angel Partners and Lighthouse, respectively.  This was followed by a series of presentations, each lasting 40 minutes:    • President Cheong-Wook Kim presented “SUNBO as an Eco-Friendly Energy Company in Response to Global Green New Deal Policies.”  • Executive Director Sang-Deuk Yoon introduced the “FSRU Business Model.”  • Executive Director Ho-Gil Jang shared insights on “R&D Fields and the Status of National Research Projects.”  After a short break, the workshop concluded with two final sessions: “The Captain’s Story of SUNBO and Corporate Culture” by Vice President Jae-Wook Seo, and “A Guide to Effective Communication and Leadership” by Vice Chairman Doo-Sun Park.  Through this workshop—covering the company’s history, culture, core businesses, and future direction—SB SUNBO hopes that its new employees will fully integrate into the SUNBO Family and grow into strong pillars supporting the company’s future.

  As public interest in running continues to grow, marathon events are gaining increasing popularity across the country. In November, members of the SUNBO Family joined marathon events held in the Busan and Honam regions, experiencing the excitement of the running community firsthand.  First, on November 16, 82 employees from the Busan operations participated in the 27th Kookje Shinmun Busan Marathon, held at Dadaepo Beach.  Known among the SUNBO Family as the “One-Heart Marathon,” this event features 5 km, 10 km, and half-marathon courses along wide coastal roads, allowing participants to enjoy the scenic beauty of Busan while running.  Before the 9:00 AM start time, employees gathered at the event venue with their families and colleagues. At the dedicated SUNBO Group booth, participants warmed up, enjoyed refreshments, and prepared for the race in a relaxed atmosphere. While chatting in small groups and taking commemorative photos, they also enjoyed lively performances that signaled the start of the event.  Chairman Geum-Sik Choi, along with other executives and employees, also visited the venue. Some participants enjoyed a light walk with their families, while others challenged themselves with personal goals for the race. The gathering created a warm and friendly atmosphere as the SUNBO Family shared encouragement, good wishes, and commemorative photos together.  Following this event, employees from the Honam operations participated in the Kim Dae-jung Marathon, held on November 23 at Mokpo Sports Complex Stadium. This marathon is one of the representative running events in the Honam region and also features 5 km, 10 km, and half-marathon courses.  This year’s race routes included a 5 km course toward the Daeyang Industrial Complex, a 10 km course turning around near the Sapjin Industrial Complex and passing through the Daeyang Industrial Complex before returning to the stadium, and a half-marathon course extending to the return point near Ongeum Neighborhood Park.  Alongside approximately 5,200 participants, including members of 18 local clubs and organizations, the SUNBO Family enjoyed running through local landmarks while taking time to focus on their health and well-being.

  SB SUNBO Co., Ltd. held a morning lecture on “Prevention of Workplace Sexual Harassment and Business Etiquette” on December 3 at the company’s headquarters training center.  The one-hour session was conducted from 8:00 to 9:00 AM. From 8:00 to 8:30 AM, Mi-Sook Yeom, an instructor from Empathy Education Consulting, delivered a lecture on the prevention of workplace sexual harassment. From 8:30 to 9:00 AM, Chae-Young Lee, an instructor from Synergy Dream, led a session on business etiquette.  The workplace sexual harassment prevention training is one of the five mandatory statutory trainings in Korea, legally required to ensure that employers provide a safe and discrimination-free working environment for their employees.  The training aims to prevent workplace sexual harassment and to foster an organizational culture capable of responding appropriately when such incidents occur.  The program covered key topics including:  • relevant laws and regulations regarding workplace sexual harassment  • the company’s policies for preventing sexual harassment  • procedures and response measures in the event of an incident  • grievance counseling and support procedures for affected employees  • other preventive measures necessary to promote a respectful workplace  SB SUNBO will continue to provide educational programs like this to ensure that all members of the SUNBO Family can work in a safe and respectful environment.  The following session on Business Etiquette provided an opportunity to reflect on the importance of professional manners, which serve as the starting point for smooth collaboration within an organization.  Business etiquette plays a vital role in shaping first impressions, as well as in everyday workplace interactions such as communication style and basic attitudes among colleagues. Although these elements may seem small, they are closely connected to work performance.  Employees who demonstrate strong business etiquette tend to receive positive evaluations not only for their job performance but also for their relationships within the organization. Ultimately, these qualities contribute to strengthening the company’s overall competitiveness.  It is hoped that through this lecture, members of the SUNBO Family gained a deeper understanding of respectful communication, collaborative workplace habits, and the mindset required of responsible professionals.