Yoo Yi-dong, Chairman of the National Assembly's Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee, emphasized that innovation in the construction industry must be underpinned by safety and quality, stating that efforts to protect the lives of on-site workers and maintain public trust are of utmost importance.
In a written address for the '2026 18th Aju Economy Construction Awards,' Yoo remarked, "New technologies and excellent designs can shine even brighter when built on the foundations of safety and quality."
He described the construction industry as one that creates the infrastructure closest to the daily lives of citizens, noting that achievements in housing, urban development, and social infrastructure directly contribute to the quality of life for the public.
This year's award-winning companies have contributed to changes in housing culture and urban development through creative designs, housing plans that consider actual demand, differentiated brands and housing products, and urban regeneration. Yoo urged the awardees, including Lotte Engineering & Construction, which received the National Assembly's Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee Chairman's Award, to practice innovation and responsibility together.
Yoo stressed, "What the public expects from the construction industry are homes they can trust, convenient and pleasant living environments, and workplaces where everyone can work safely." He added that protecting the lives and safety of on-site workers and fulfilling commitments to the public are foundational to building trust in the construction industry.
He also addressed the role of the National Assembly, stating that the Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee will listen to voices from the field and support innovation in the construction industry while ensuring that principles of safety and quality are established on-site. He pledged to contribute to housing stability and regional balanced development.
Yoo expressed hope that the Aju Economy Construction Awards will continue to seek the direction for the development of the construction industry and serve as a meaningful platform to widely share good practices.
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