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The first tulips in the Netherlands grew in the city of Leiden in the late 16th century. When in 1593 the Flemish doctor and botanist Carolus Clusius planted some bulbs in the gardens of the University of Leiden, nobody expected that these flowers would become popular all over the world, brightening each early spring with […]

Samsung C&T held its 56th annual general shareholders’ meeting (AGM) in Seoul on March 20 for the fiscal year of 2019, with 73.4% of voting shares represented at the company’s headquarters in Seoul. The agenda included the approval of the full-year financial statement, appointment of board members, and cancellation of treasury shares. “In 2020, uncertainty […]

This spring/summer season’s new looks combine a classic heritage feel with a refined sporty mood, introduce garment dyeing, and bring blue and pastel tones together with beige to express a greater diversity of masculine looks. Lee Hyun-jung, design director at Samsung C&T Fashion Group’s brand Galaxy, explains: “As the stereotypes of masculinity have been broken […]

Samsung C&T was named a recipient of the 2020 CIO 100 Award for its use of information technology to improve workplace safety at its construction sites. Samsung C&T’s Engineering & Construction Group (E&C Group) is the first Korean construction business to receive a CIO 100 Award. The Chief Information Officer (CIO) 100 Awards, a project of […]

This year will see reinterpretations of classic women’s apparel from the perspective of sustainability, as consumers think more about their purchasing choices. The ongoing retro phenomenon is being extended to a historic romantic look, blending restrained feminine flourishes with practical and wearable items. Colorwise, this spring and summer fashion period will see a resurgence of […]

Samsung C&T’s Board of Directors on February 26 approved a series of measures aimed at enhancing shareholder value and corporate governance: – New shareholder return policy (FY20-FY22 dividend policy, treasury share cancellation) – Measures to facilitate board-centric governance ① Appointment of 3 independent director candidates ② Strengthening of role and status of Governance Committee ③ […]

From season to season there is one constant truth in fashion – it remains a lucrative industry. The global apparel market is expected to generate around USD 1.65 trillion dollars by this year, up from its market valuation of about USD 1.39 trillion in 2017. Looking at it from another perspective, the McKinsey Global Fashion Index predicts that the […]

The world of work keeps changing. As workers these days in countries like Korea are more interested in a better work-life balance and in focusing on more interesting and meaningful work, the number of working hours is being reduced or capped. At the same time, technological developments have led to the rise of robotic process […]

Samsung C&T again ranked among Korea’s All-Star companies, according to 2020 Korea’s Most Admired Companies survey result announced by Korea Management Association Consulting (KMAC) on Feb. 25. The All-Star list was made up of the top 30 Korean firms deemed excellent in competitiveness and values through an overall company evaluation. Samsung C&T ranked 15th in […]

Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group’s global offices have been seeking highly meaningful opportunities to make close contact with local communities and work together to support them when and where needed. Staff have also reported how good they feel when volunteering, and how such activities improve team spirit as well as their feeling of connection […]