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[Column] Winds of change: Germany and Korea power green revolution

Dr. Martin Henkelmann, President and CEO of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), shared his thoughts on the climate action ahead of COP29 and German-Korean collaboration in green energy in an opinion piece published in The Korea Times on Oct 9.
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Korean-German Climate & Environment Conference 2024: Paving the Way for Greener Supply Chains

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann) and the German Embassy in South Korea, in collaboration with SAP, co-hosted the "Korean-German Climate & Environment Conference 2024" on October 8 at Conrad Hotel Seoul, South Korea.
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KGCCI Donates 200 Bookstands to Empower Visually Impaired Students

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann) donated 200 bookstands to the Seoul National School for the Blind on October 11, 2024. This donation aims to improve learning environment of and promote greater inclusivity for visually impaired students.
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2024 Korean-German Business Forum on Offshore Wind Energy

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann), in cooperation with German Embassy Seoul and the Korean-German Energy Partnership, supported by RWE, BayWa r.e., TÜV SÜD, MR, Skyborn Renewables, and Siemens Energy, held the 2024 Korean-German Business Forum on Offshore Wind Energy on October 11 at Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul, South Korea.
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[Interview] Why S. Korea's offshore wind energy potential is gaining global interest

A recent Offshore Wind Energy Conference between Korea and Germany took place in Seoul, focusing on collaboration to boost clean energy. The event featured an interview with Dr. Martin Henkelmann, President and CEO of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), who emphasized the growing cooperation between companies in both countries.
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KGCCI's Henkelmann emphasizes the importance of legally binding frameworks for energy transition at Korea Times Forum

Dr. Martin Henkelmann, President and CEO of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), participated in the Korea Times Forum on strategies for energy transition and energy mix, hosted by Korea Times at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry, on Oct 18, 2024.
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2025 KGCCI Ausbildung Information Session: Dual Path to Degrees and Career Success with Premier German Training

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann) jointly held the “2025 Ausbildung Information Session” with BMW Group Korea, Daimler Truck Korea, MAN Truck & Bus Korea, Mercedes-Benz Korea and Volkswagen Group Korea at Ajou Motor College based in Boryeong, Chungcheong Province, on November 18, 2024.
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[Interview] KGCCI Chair highlights KGCCI's contributions to ESG practices and Korea-Germany economic ties

In an interview with The Korea Economic Daily ESG, Hyun-nam Park, Chairperson of KGCCI and Branch Manager of Deutsche Bank AG Seoul, highlighted KGCCI’s role in advancing ESG initiatives that reinforce Korea-Germany economic relations. Celebrating the 140th anniversary of diplomatic ties last year, Park spotlighted KGCCI’s key programs, including the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Companies (APK), WIR mentoring, and the Ausbildung vocational training, which drive business collaboration, sustainability, and inclusivity.
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The 10th KGCCI Innovation Awards: Spotlight on Korean-German AI Innovators

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann) awarded Henkel Consumer Brands Korea, Medipixel Inc., Pebble-Square, and Petnow Inc. as innovators of the year at the ‘10th KGCCI Innovation Awards’ on November 8 at Banyan Tree Club and Spa Hotel in Seoul, Korea.
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10th CSR Report of German Companies in Korea

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Martin Henkelmann) has published the 10th CSR Report of German Companies in Korea. This year’s CSR Report highlights a variety of CSR activities of German companies that actively engaged with and contributed to Korean society.
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[Interview] Jung Ha-joong, CEO of Siemens Korea: "Leading Digital Innovation... The Core Business Strategy is the ‘DEGREE Framework’"

In an interview with The Korea Economic Daily ESG, Jung Ha-joong, Vice Chairman of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI) and CEO of Siemens Korea, emphasized the ‘DEGREE Framework’ in an interview with HanKyung ESG on the 4th. Siemens Korea is implementing a sustainable management strategy by leveraging digital technologies to achieve carbon neutrality, ethical management, and resource efficiency. The company is also advancing ESG goals through energy optimization and eco-friendly solutions.
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[Interview] Germany Seeks Market Diversification, Shifting Focus from China to Korean Companies

Felix Kalkowsky, Vice President of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), highlighted the strengthening of economic cooperation between Korea and Germany and the role of KGCCI in Tongsang News Magazine. He particularly emphasized the expansion of collaboration in the automotive and renewable energy sectors, as well as the increasing investment of German companies in Korea, underscoring the potential for continued growth in bilateral economic relations. Additionally, he pointed out that regulatory simplification and cost reduction are key factors for further growth, and stated that KGCCI is actively promoting various initiatives to support these efforts. For the full interview, please check out the link.
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Apply Now for 11th KGCCI Innovation Awards: Innovate Today, Transform Tomorrow!

The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry invites innovative companies in South Korea to apply for the “11th KGCCI Innovation Awards” by May 14, 2025.
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May Kim, President of Henkel Korea: "Establishing a Horizontal Organization and Smart Work System is the Key to Sustainable Management Success."

May Kim, President of Henkel Korea, highlighted Henkel's commitment to innovation and sustainable management in an interview with Hankyung ESG. She has led the establishment of a horizontal organizational culture and smart work system, contributing to Henkel Korea's ESG achievements. She also introduced the company's goals for climate neutrality and sustainable growth solutions.
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New Publication Business Confidence Survey 2024/25

The Business Confidence Survey aims to take an annual snapshot of European companies' perceptions, successes, and challenges in Korea. This year's survey, conducted from January 22 to February 14, 2025, saw participation from 139 company representatives, all of whom answered every question. The collection of such replicable data allows for year-on-year tracking of company strategies and perceptions.
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‘WIR’: A Platform for Women’s Leadership Exchange, Supporting the Growth of Next-Generation Leaders

The women’s leadership group of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, "Women n koRea" (WIR), was recently featured in Hankyung ESG. Now in its 7th year, the WIR Mentorship Program held a special event in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025 on March 7 at the Embassy of Switzerland in Korea.
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