It was a busy year for Samsung C&T, from completing construction on the world’s second-tallest building to trying to keep up with the adorable charm and personalities of Everland’s Bao Panda family. Relive the moments that shaped our year as we share our favorite stories from the Samsung C&T Newsroom in 2024!
As we celebrate the festive season and a new year approaches, we’re reflecting on a year of innovation and growth at Samsung C&T. Before diving into 2025; we’re excited to review the stories from 2024 that we loved sharing, delighting readers from around the world. The stories come from across Samsung C&T’s four business groups: Engineering and Construction, Trading and Investment, Fashion, and Resort.
This year’s milestones inspire us as we look ahead to new challenges and opportunities. Thank you for being part of the Samsung C&T Newsroom in 2024—we look forward to sharing more insights and stories with you in 2025. Here’s to a bright and exciting year ahead!
Engineering and Construction
The Stories Told by Our Built Environments
The first story we loved sharing this year from the Engineering and Construction Group was about the stories the buildings around us tell us about human culture. One example includes stories of hello and goodbye at airports such as Taiwan’s Taoyuan International Airport, built by Samsung C&T. There is nothing more special than greeting a loved one after a long time apart. Our buildings and environments also tell stories of rest and play, culture and nature, and sports and concerts. Across cultures, storytelling and connection take unique forms; Samsung C&T designs buildings that create warm, inviting spaces to bring people together.
Read the full story here: Telling stories about human culture through construction
Constructing Merdeka 118, the World’s Second Tallest Building
Next, we loved sharing insights into the construction of Malaysia’s new Merdeka 118 building, the second tallest building in the world, completed in 2024 by Samsung C&T and UEM Construction JV Sdn Bhd. Interestingly, the building has a lot of historical significance and was designed to mirror the stance Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, took when he declared the Federation of Malaya’s independence at Stadium Merdeka in 1957. We also shared the challenges faced throughout the construction, including a tropical climate, heavy rainfall, electrical storms, and the incredible scale of the building that showcases excellence in engineering.
Read the full story here: Merdeka 118: An Engineering Marvel and the World’s Second Tallest Building
Trading and Investment
An Inside Look at Samsung C&T’s Subsidiary in Ulaanbaatar
Samsung C&T’s Trading and Investment Group loves to share stories about its global network of offices and subsidiaries that make international projects successful. This year, we looked deeper at one of these subsidiaries in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s thriving capital city. Operating under the name ERDSAM International Co., Ltd., the company is focused on copper concentrate trading and other metal-related businesses. Mongolia is an important trading hub with abundant resources and a prime location near China. For any expatriates living there, adjusting to the language and the extreme temperatures is difficult, a small tradeoff when working with incredible co-workers who show great teamwork.
Read the full story here: SC&T Office Spotlight: Ulaanbaatar
The Materials Shaping Our Future: Lithium, Copper, Cobalt, and Nickel
In 2024, we introduced a new series from the Trading and Investment Group called “Market Inside and Beyond.” We shared a story about the crucial materials that we will be relying on over the next 25 years as we transition to low-carbon technologies to curb greenhouse gas emissions and meet net-zero targets by 2050. The materials that are used to create batteries for wind turbines, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems include lithium, copper, cobalt, and nickel. Through this story, learn more about how Samsung C&T trades copper concentrate around the world and recycled battery materials such as nickel, cobalt, and lithium.
Read the full story here: Market Inside & Beyond: The Materials We Will Rely on Over the Next 25 Years
Fashion
The Menswear Brand that Values Timeless Elegance and Tailoring
In October, we shared a story about Samsung C&T Fashion Group-owned menswear brand Galaxy and its timeless collection for Fall/Winter 2024 with the slogan “Elegance is Timeless.” The collection, themed around “Graceful Comfort,” features a unique range of looks for everyday wear and formal occasions for the contemporary man. Excitingly, the brand will sponsor the 2025 Samsung Lions Rookie baseball players with custom GX suits, highlighting the exquisite tailoring of Galaxy clothing designed for diverse sizes and body shapes, including professional athletes.
Read the full story here: Galaxy’s Elegant Tailoring and Innovative Menswear for the Contemporary Man
Celebrating Boho-Chic's 2024 Revival
We loved curating trending boho-chic styles for the fall season with looks from the Samsung C&T Fashion Group. This year’s revival of boho-chic brings a more elevated and simplified take on the 70s-inspired look, featuring flowy sleeves and trousers, florals, and whimsical frills and pleats. Always ahead of the curve, Samsung C&T Fashion Group continues to deliver unique, trend-setting clothing and accessories for its customers.
Read the full story here: The Return of Boho-Chic: Must-Have Styling Trends for Fall 2024
Resort
Sanrio Friends Make an Appearance at Everland’s Tulip Festival
Everland welcomed spring in 2024 by hosting its annual Tulip Festival, with the Four Seasons Garden transforming into a flower lover’s paradise. The garden featured over 1.2 million flowers, including tulips, daffodils, and plum blossoms. As part of the Tulip Festival, Everland celebrated the beloved Sanrio characters during an event called “Fairy Town.” Characters including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, and Little Twin Stars called the Everland Gardens home for the duration of the festival, delighting fans of all ages. Also part of the festival were colorful parades, a daily fireworks display, and walks along the Sky Garden Trail!
Read the full story here: Sanrio Characters visit Everland’s Tulip Festival
Why the World Loves Watching Everland’s Bao Panda Family!
The Bao panda family at Everland Resort stole hearts this year, captivating a global audience with several popular YouTube series. The videos showcase the daily lives of the charming panda family, from Ai Bao’s motherhood journey to Le Bao’s humorous personality and the adventures of lovable twin pandas Rui Bao and Hui Bao. With over 25 million cumulative views, the videos have brought comfort and joy to fans worldwide. The videos also captured Rui Bao and Hui Bao as they made their debut in the outdoor enclosure at Panda World, delighting fans far and wide with their adorable personalities.
Read the full story here: Keeping Up with the Bao Family: Everland’s Adorable Pandas are Full of Charm and Personality
2024 All Wrapped Up
That’s a wrap on our favorite stories from the Samsung C&T Newsroom in 2024. Before we say hello to a new year, we invite our readers to reflect on your year and the moments that brought you joy, growth, and happiness. See you again in the new year for more uplifting stories and updates from Samsung C&T.
