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Samsung C&T Corporation and its partners broke the grounds for the Jawa 1 combined-cycle power plant on December 19, signaling the second phase of the project for PT Jawa Satu Power in Indonesia.  Earlier this year Samsung C&T announced that it had procured a $900 million engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for the Jawa […]

For over 20 years, Pantone has been paving the way in color forecasting with its researched-backed Color of the Year announcements. This year has been no exception and after extensive research, Pantone has revealed its official color for 2019 – PANTONE 16-1546, or ‘Living Coral’. Chosen for its bright appearance and warm, golden undertone, Living […]

The call of the wild has always had an allure for Kwang-hee Lee. The milestones of his life are marked by time spent with animals. As a young boy in rural South Korea, he grew up close to nature and domesticated farm animals. Then, while studying industrial design, he got a part-time job at the […]

From glistening lights to gift-filled stockings, the holiday season is packed with traditions and activities that delight all our senses, making the holiday season one of the most special time of the year. But have you ever wondered what raw materials make holiday traditions possible? Just like Santa’s helpers and reindeer, Samsung C&T Trading Group […]

When virtual reality gaming first launched with the Oculus Rift, many people thought that the giant goggles and hand waving were a gimmick destined for failure. But while first generation VR technology hardware has yet to reach mainstream popularity, high-tech gaming is stronger than ever. The number of VR users on Valve’s game platform Steam, […]

2018 is drawing to a close, and with it, another exciting year in fashion for Korean brands – particularly on the international stage. Two up-and-coming brands have especially seen their international stars grow this year: REJINA PYO and BLINDNESS, the joint winners of this year’s Samsung Design & Fashion Fund (SFDF) awards. This recognition has […]

“When ideas arise, I put them in my cell-phone,” said Kim. “I often think of mistakes I’ve made right in the middle of a shower, then I rush out of the bathroom covered in soap to take notes.” Such anecdotes are characteristic of Kim, who describes himself as a deep thinker. He joined Samsung C&T […]

The roll of the calendar towards the end of the year means frostier weather, reduced daylight and plummeting temperatures – but it also heralds the start of the festive season. If you happen to be in Korea during this time of year and looking for some holiday fun, you’re in luck – there’s no shortage […]

The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time to think about what gifts to get for your friends and loved ones. For some, holiday shopping is a joyous and festive experience. For others, it’s a tedious chore that cannot end fast enough. Whichever camp you fall into, Samsung C&T Fashion Group has prepared […]

The largest environmental health problem in the world doesn’t come from groundwater or plastics – it’s in the air. Ambient air pollution with fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 millionths of a meter, known as PM2.5, was the fifth leading cause of death across the globe in 2015. While developed countries have worked towards solutions, […]