The judging committee for the 2026 Aju Economy Construction Awards emphasized the importance of connecting technological and service competitiveness to tangible results, rather than merely focusing on the size of companies. They highlighted the need for the construction industry to enhance trust in quality and safety while translating innovation into practical outcomes.
On October 21, Chairman Kwon Dae-jung stated that the committee assessed the submitted materials from each company based on their technological capabilities, innovation, project completion, customer value, and contributions to industry development.
The committee noted, "We placed greater importance on differentiated competitiveness secured in each sector and the efforts to link this to concrete results, rather than on company size or superficial growth."
This year’s evaluations recognized companies that aimed to improve the quality of living spaces and enhance urban value based on their expertise. Doosan Construction, awarded the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's prize in the design category, received high marks for its efforts to elevate space value and competitiveness through architectural design.
The committee explained that it focused on maintaining objectivity and balance in evaluations, considering the unique business areas and characteristics of each company. They also paid attention to the significance of individual project outcomes and the potential for future development in each sector.
Looking ahead, the committee identified the strengthening of trust in quality and safety, as well as the application of technology in the field, as key challenges. They stated, "It is crucial to connect innovative technologies and ideas to practical outcomes in the field," expressing hope that award-winning companies would set new standards in their respective areas and lead the advancement of the construction industry.
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