Daehan Shipping, a subsidiary of SM Group, has once again contributed to the development fund to support the training of future talent for sustainable growth in the shipping industry.
On September 16, Daehan Shipping held a ceremony to present the development fund at Mokpo National Maritime University in Jeonnam Province, as announced on September 18.
The event was attended by Daehan Shipping CEO Min Sang-ki, Mokpo National Maritime University President Choi Boo-hong, scholarship recipients, and about 20 representatives from both the company and the university. Kwon Oh-gil, CEO of KLCSM, which is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of vessels including Daehan Shipping and SM Line, also participated in the event.
Since 1987, Daehan Shipping has established a cooperative relationship with Mokpo National Maritime University by donating to the development fund annually for 40 years. After becoming part of SM Group in 2013, the company has continued to contribute to regional revitalization and talent development in line with Chairman Woo Oh-hyun's focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management.
The development fund presented this time will be awarded as scholarships to students who excelled in Daehan Shipping's onboard training evaluations. Additionally, the company plans to offer these students extra points in future hiring processes to attract talent.
CEO Min stated, "In the midst of the massive changes brought by the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the environment surrounding the global shipping industry is rapidly evolving. Ultimately, our competitiveness comes from having excellent personnel actively working in the field. We will support aspiring maritime officers to develop both expertise and practical skills, enabling them to become key players in the future of Korea's shipping industry."
In response, President Choi expressed gratitude, saying, "We deeply appreciate Daehan Shipping for its unwavering support and interest in nurturing talent over the past 40 years. We will continue to provide the best educational environment for our students to become the next generation of maritime experts."
Meanwhile, Daehan Shipping has also been donating scholarships to Korea Maritime and Ocean University since 1985, alongside its partnership with Mokpo National Maritime University. On September 2, a ceremony to present the development fund was held at Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Busan, attended by CEO Min and President Ryu Dong-geun.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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