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2018 Lifestyle Trends: Embracing ‘Lagom’ and ‘Hygge’ for Greater Comfort
March 14, 2018
If you’re looking to get a read on people’s everyday needs and desires these days, the office is an unlikely but interesting place to start. Companies are increasingly looking for ways to keep their top talent happy by adding state-of-the-art gyms, cozy nap rooms, and rooftop spaces that come with stunning views. This is no […]

Samsung C&T’s New Culture Awards Part 1: Going Beyond the Horizon
March 7, 2018
Note: What makes Samsung C&T so successful? A diverse team of talented people. In the first of a three part series, we look at the dedicated individuals behind some of our most promising projects. Every great company knows it can only be as great as the people it employs. That’s why every year Samsung C&T’s […]

Deep Cement Mixing: Solid Foundations for the Future
March 2, 2018
“Too little land, too many people” – it’s a common phrase Hongkongers use to describe their city of 7 million people. With a mountainous terrain and a rapidly increasing population, the struggle to find suitable land to build homes, offices and infrastructure has been a constant problem since the former British colony was transformed from […]

Samsung C&T Brings Diversity and Professional Expertise to its Board of Directors
February 28, 2018
– Former GE Chief Productivity Officer (CPO) Philippe Cochet recruited as an Independent Director – Further Board enhancements in global business expertise and gender diversity are also planned for next year Samsung C&T is continuing to improve its corporate governance in 2018 by separating the Chairman of the Board and CEO roles, as well as recruiting […]

Everland’s Best Rides Roar Back into Action
February 23, 2018
Ask any roller coaster fan in Korea and they’ll tell you that they’ve been missing one thing over the past few months – the feeling of an adrenaline rush. That’s because some of the most iconic rides at Everland, the country’s largest theme park, go into hibernation during winter. Even the most hardened roller coaster […]

From Breakthrough to Stardom in Fashion: Juun.J’s Evolution
February 20, 2018
Now a well-recognized name among some of the most celebrated circles in fashion, Juun.J has a history that traces back a good two decades to his first personal label Lone Costume. The budding menswear brand was likened to others like Dior Homme and Raf Simons at the time and eventually evolved into the namesake brand […]

Indispensable Materials Series Part 10: How Silver is Powering Our Lives
February 19, 2018
When you think of silver, the first thing that comes to mind is probably jewelry, fancy cutlery, or second place in the Olympics. But it’s no second-rate metal. Today, those uses account for less than half of all silver consumption as the metal has become a material of innovation. Silver is one of the most […]

Connecting the World: Different Types of Bridges
February 12, 2018
You might drive across a massive steel bridge to work every day or walk along a small wooden footbridge at the park without giving it much thought. Some structures might be gargantuan projects that require years of planning and are designed to impress, while others might be as simple as slapping together a few planks […]

Capturing the Moment: The Beauty and People Behind Samsung’s Construction Projects in Photos
February 7, 2018
Whether we’re crossing a bridge in morning traffic, riding an elevator to our offices, or enjoying the view from atop one of the world’s tallest buildings, there is virtually no part of our lives unaffected by human ingenuity and engineering. Caught up in our day-to-day lives, it’s easy to forget that behind the infrastructure we […]

5 Tips to Get the Most out of Duty-Free Shopping in Seoul
February 5, 2018
Winter weather has gripped Korea, and so has the holiday shopping craze. With Lunar New Year just around the corner, airports are bustling with duty-free holiday deals. Whether you’re looking to buy some cologne for a partner, some fine scotch for Dad, or treat yourself to the latest cosmetics and fashion accessories, there’s no better […]