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Military Of South Korea
The Republic of Korea Armed Forces (), also known as the ROK Armed Forces, are the armed forces of South Korea. The ROK Armed Forces is one of the largest and most powerful standing armed forces in the world with a reported personnel strength of 3,600,000 in 2022 (500,000 active and 3,100,000 reserve). According to Global Firepower as of 2025 the ROK military is ranked as the 5th most powerful military on the planet. The Republic of Korea Armed Forces traces its roots back to the establishment of the Korean Republic in 1919 wherein its armed wing was called the Korean Liberation Army and it conducted warfare against the Japanese occupation by conducting large-scale offensives, assassinations, bombings, sabotage, and search and rescue missions. Formally founded in 1948, following the establishment of the South Korean government after the liberation of Korea in 1945, South Korea's military forces are responsible for maintaining the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ministry Of National Defense (South Korea)
The Ministry of National Defense (MND, ) is a department within the government of the Republic of Korea (ROK) and responsible for the military branches of South Korea. History The Ministry of National Defense was established on 15 August 1948 and located at Yongsan-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul. It was established following the foundation of ROK in 1948, superseding the (DIS, ) in charge of Southern Korean armed forces under the United States Army Military Government (USAMGIK) during the Allied occupation era. During Coup d'état of December Twelfth, ministry was occupied by 1st Airborne Special Forces Brigade commanded by Park Hee-do. In 2018, the Ministry has agreed to respect the results from its Special Investigation Committee on Gwangju Uprising in which MD Helicopters MD 500 and UH-1H were used to fire on protesting citizens. The Ministry of National Defense is allegedly active in military-level censorship such as book banning and screening of mobile apps within ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hanwha Group
Hanwha Group () is a large business conglomerate (chaebol) in South Korea. Founded in 1952 as Korea Explosives Co. (), the group has grown into a large multi-profile business conglomerate, with diversified holdings stretching from explosivestheir original businessto energy, materials, aerospace, mechatronics, finance, retail, and lifestyle services. In 1992, the company adopted its abbreviation as its new name: "Hanwha". History 1952–1999 Kim Chong-hee founded Korea Explosives Co. in October 1952. Prior to founding the company, Kim worked as a gunpowder engineer for the "Chosun Explosives Factory", a Japanese company. Later, he won the bid for the company and its Incheon factory and started the company there. From 1952 to 1963, the Korea Explosives Co. produced industrial explosives domestically, which was needed for construction and engineering of infrastructure. In the same time period, the Korea Explosives Co. started producing nitroglycerin, which gave it a monopoly i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SNT Motiv
SNT Motiv Co., Ltd. () is a South Korean firearms and auto parts manufacturer founded in 1981. Its firearms equip most frontline units of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. History Daewoo Precision Industries Co., Ltd was established in December 1981 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Daewoo to manufacture small arms, and upright/grand pianos under the Sojin and Daewoo brands. The Sojin musical instrument factory of Yeoju, South Korea, had been purchased by Daewoo in 1977. Sojin produced guitars, and commenced manufacture of upright pianos in 1976. Between 1980 and 1991, Daewoo exported pianos under the following names; Sojin, Royale, Daytron, Daewoo, Schafer & Sons, Sherman Clay (until 1987), and Cline, in addition to private labels. In 1986, the company diversified into auto parts manufacture, followed by digital pianos in 1989. In 1990, the company produced 13,452 upright, 2,364 grand, and 2,120 digital pianos. In 1991, Daewoo purchased a 33% share of the German piano maker Ib ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SNT Dynamics
SNT Dynamics Co., Ltd. () is a South Korean defense and commercial auto parts, autocannons and machine tools manufacturer founded in 1959. Its heavy weapons equip most frontline units of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces. The company was designated as a defense contractor by the South Korean government in April 1973. SNT Dynamics also holds the rights to production and export licenses as the secondary supplier of Allison Transmission, an American commercial automatic transmission manufacturer. History SNT Dynamics was established in April 1959 under the name Yehwa Shotgun (). In 1995 it changed its company name to Tongil Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. and in 2005 it changed its name to S&T Dynamics Co. Ltd. In 2006 it completed the acquisition of Daewoo Precision Industries, now SNT Motiv. On 26 February 2021, the company name was changed from S&T Dynamics to SNT Dynamics. On 28 February 2023 the company changes its Korean domain. Product Defense Powertrains * EST15K trans ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Satrec Initiative
Satrec Initiative Co., Ltd. (Satrec I; ) or SI is a South Korean satellite manufacturing company headquartered in Daejeon, South Korea The company was founded in 1999 by the engineers who developed the first Korean satellite ( KITSAT-1) at KAIST SaTRec ( Satellite Technology Research Center). The company designs and builds Earth observation satellites called SpaceEye-series, and it provides various space components, including high resolution electro-optical payloads and star-trackers. SI's first satellite was a Malaysian Earth observation satellite, RazakSAT launched in 2009. SI has two subsidiaries: SI Imaging Services (SIIS) is the exclusive image data provider of KOMPSAT-series, and SI Analytics (SIA) provides AI-native GEOINT solutions for satellite imagery. SI also spun-off SI Detection (SID), which provides radiation monitoring solutions. History Satrec Initiative was founded in Daejeon, South Korea in 1999. There are two subsidiaries established based on SI's business ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Samyang Comtech
Samyang Comtech Co., Ltd. () or Samyang Composite Technology is a South Korean manufacturer of bulletproof ballistic armors founded in 1962. It was designated as a defense contractor by the South Korean government in 1973 and supplies bulletproof helmets and bulletproof vests for infantry to the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, and also manufactures silicon carbide-based ceramic armors for armored vehicles such as the K1A1, K2 Black Panther and Altay. Most products manufactured by Samyang Comtech are made of Dyneema material, except for military vehicle armors. History Samyang Comtech was founded on 22 December 1962 under the name Oriental Industry () and In 1973, the company was designated as a defense contractor by the government. In 1990, the R&D Laboratory was established for the development of new products, and in May 1997, the first domestic bulletproof helmet and bulletproof vest were developed for the South Korean military. In June 1998, it began producing Korean S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Poongsan Corporation
Poongsan Corporation () is a South Korean manufacturer of copper and alloy materials, ammunition and precision forging products founded in 1968. The company's main business areas are non-ferrous metal processing, such as bi-metallic coins and copper alloy products, which account for 70% of sales, and it also manufactures various military ammunition, gunpowder, and propellants. As of 2023, bimetallic coin products produced in Poongsan are exported to more than 70 countries and account for more than 50% of the global coin blank market. History Non-ferrous metal industry The Poongsan was established as Poongsan Metal Industry Co., Ltd. () in October 1968, and began producing copper alloy products after completing the Bupyeong plant in 1969. The company began supplying brass coin blanks to Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation in 1970, and in 1973, it entered the export market by winning a contract to supply coin blanks worth $3.5 million to Taiwan. Starting with the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
LIG Nex1
LIG Nex1 Co., Ltd. (), formerly known as LG Innotek () is a South Korean aerospace manufacturer and arms manufacturer. It was established in 1976 as Goldstar Precision. LIG Nex1 was previously owned by LIG Holdings Company, which in turn was owned by the LIG Group. In 2013, a consortium led by South Korea private equity firm STIC Investments acquired 49 percent stake in LIG Nex1 for 420 billion Korean won. It develops and produces a wide range of advanced precision electronic systems, including missiles, underwater weapon systems, radars, electronic warfare, avionics, tactical communication systems, fire control systems, naval combat systems, and electro-optics. It is one of the major suppliers of weapon systems for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, as well as an international exporter of weapon systems. History The company was established on February 25, 1976, under the name Goldstar Precision Industries () as a subsidiary of Goldstar Electronics (now LG Electronics). T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Korean Air
Korean Air Lines Co., Ltd. (KAL; ) is the flag carrier of South Korea and its largest airline based on fleet size, international destinations, and international flights. It is owned by the Hanjin, Hanjin Group. The present-day Korean Air traces its history to March 1, 1969, when the Hanjin group acquired government-owned Korean Air Lines, which had operated since June 1962. Korean Air is a founding member of SkyTeam airline alliance, alliance and SkyTeam Cargo. As of 2024, it is one of the 10 airlines ranked Skytrax#The World's 5-star Airlines, 5-star airline by Skytrax, and the top 20 airlines in the world in terms of passengers carried and is also one of the top-ranked international cargo airlines. Korean Air's international passenger division and related subsidiary cargo division together serve 126 cities in 44 countries. Its domestic division serves 13 destinations. The airline's global headquarters is located in Seoul, South Korea. The airline had approximately 20,540 em ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Korea Aerospace Industries
Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (KAI; ) is a South Korean aerospace and defense manufacturer. It was originally established as a joint venture of Daewoo Heavy Industries' aerospace division, Samsung Aerospace, and Hyundai Space and Aircraft. p. 97 During 1999, KAI became more independent of its founding members, acquiring their aerospace interests at the behest of the South Korean government following the financial troubles of these companies that had resulted from the 1997 Asian financial crisis. KAI has developed various aerospace products, including the Korean Space Launch Vehicle-II (KSLV-II) and various satellites. It has been involved in the production of several foreign-designed aircraft via licensing arrangements, such as the MBB/Kawasaki BK 117, MBB Bo-105 KLH, and the KF-16. KAI has also developed and produced its own aircraft designs, including the KT-1 Woongbi and T-50 Golden Eagle training aircraft, the KC-100 Naraon general aviation aircraft, and the KU ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hyundai WIA
Hyundai WIA Corporation (), formerly known as WIA (World Industries Ace; ) is a member of the Hyundai Motor Group and is the second biggest automotive parts manufacturer in South Korea. As one of the core companies of Hyundai Motor Group, it is supplying automobile engines, modules, C.V Joint and 4WD systems to automobile companies such as Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. In addition, it is in charge of manufacturing and selling FA (Factory Automation) facilities, various large-caliber artillery, aircraft parts, robots, and press device. The main customers who earn most of their sales are Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, and the Ministry of National Defense. On 10 August 2009, the company name was changed from WIA to Hyundai WIA to target the global market and increase brand competitiveness. Business Area Automotive Source: * Automotive parts * Automotive module * Automobile engine Machinery Source: * CNC turning centers **SE-SY Series **HD-Y Series **HD2600 **HD3100 * Machinin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hyundai Rotem
Hyundai Rotem Company, often referred to as Hyundai Rotem (), is a South Korean manufacturer of railway rolling stock, railway signalling, defense products and plant equipment. It is a member of Hyundai Motor Group and has presence in more than 50 countries worldwide. As of 2023, Hyundai Rotem has more than 3,900 employees. History As part of the Government of South Korea, government-led restructuring in the wake of 1997 Asian financial crisis, Korea Rolling Stock Corporation (KOROS, ) was founded on 1 July 1999 as a result of the merger between three major rolling stock divisions of Hanjin Heavy Industries, Daewoo Heavy Industries, and Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Precision Industry. In 2000, Hyundai Precision Industry sold its defence and plant businesses to KOROS, effectively making KOROS an affiliate company of Hyundai Motor Company. Hyundai Precision Industry was renamed as Hyundai Mobis in the same year. In August 2001, in an aftermath of Daewoo Group's dissolution, Daewoo He ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
