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Korea targets Global ESS Market

The Republic of Korea is positioning itself to claim a significant share of the worldwide market for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) within the next decade and a half. ESS units, which are large-scale facilities designed to store surplus electrical energy in secondary batteries for later use, are seeing a spike in demand due to the global shift towards renewable and carbon-neutral energy sources. The Korean government’s recently ratified 10th Basic Plan for Power Supply and Demand indicates a planned increase in the share of stable power sources from approximately 35% in 2022 to over 65% by 2036. In Korea, ESS-related products are subject to stringent safety and quality certifications, including KCs certification and KCs certification for explosion-proof equipment.

Globally, as nations strive for carbon neutrality by around 2050, there’s a surge in interest for renewable energies such as solar and wind, as well as carbon-free options like nuclear energy. Despite their lack of carbon emissions, these carbon-free energy sources face difficulties in modulating power output, hence the need for ESS to mitigate the disparities between supply and demand.

In a bold move to join the ranks of the United States and China as leaders in the ESS sector, South Korea is targeting a 35% stake in the burgeoning global ESS market by 2036, with the intent to jump-start its domestic ESS industry, which is currently experiencing a lull. This ambition was highlighted by Deputy Minister Kang Kyung-sung of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy during the unveiling of the “ESS Industrial Development Strategy” on October 31. The announcement was made at an ESS forum at LS Electric’s Global R&D Campus in Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, which convened industry executives, academics, and research experts.

Market projections suggest that by the year 2030, the global power capacity could expand more than fifteenfold, with the market size anticipated to escalate in tandem.

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Chinese EV Manufacturer plans new Battery Pack Plant in Korea

Automotive firm KG Mobility, specializing in sports utility vehicles and formerly known as SsangYong Motor, announced a collaborative venture with the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD. This initiative is poised to spearhead the development of innovative electric and hybrid vehicle models. For battery products, for E-Mobility and other areas, KC certification, KCs certification or other Korean product certifications are often required to be approved for the Korean market.

The agreement for this joint endeavor was formalized at BYD’s head office in Shenzhen. Both companies are looking to capitalize on this synergy to foster the creation of next-generation vehicles. KG Mobility operates automobile production facilities and engine manufacturing plants in Korea, and has set its sights on bolstering its electric vehicle lineup. Due to battery supply shortage, some automotive models, like the Korando Emotion, could not have their EV variants introduced to the domestic market. As a solution, the partnership is set to establish a new facility dedicated to producing battery packs in Changwon, situated 300 kilometers from Seoul. With the anticipated upsurge in battery pack output, the company is preparing to launch several models, including the electric O100 pickup truck, KR10 SUV, and others with plans to roll out these vehicles starting in late 2024.

KG Mobility has faced challenges introducing its first EV model in the South Korean market, primarily due to constraints in battery availability, which has been a prime motivator for the partnership initiative with BYD. One of the most important battery products of the company are lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, which are lauded for their superior safety, high-energy capacity, and longevity.

Details regarding the financial investment and other specifics related to the new battery pack plant were not disclosed by the company.

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Revolutionary Cleaning Vehicles powered with Hydrogen Energy introduced

The Dongjak-gu district in Seoul is introducing a new category of hydrogen-powered vehicles, specifically engineered for the efficient handling of waste. The deployment of these vehicles will begin in November, extending beyond Seoul to include the regions of Incheon and Gyeonggi. The chosen model for this initiative is a modified Hyundai XCIENT, a hydrogen electric truck. Hydrogen storage tanks used in such sustainable drive systems usually require a KGS registration in order to be allowed import and distribution on the Korean market. Many other products and components used in the production process are also relevant to other KC Certification.

Traditionally, hydrogen propulsion has been confined to personal and commercial transport such as cars, buses, and freight trucks. This initiative represents the first application of hydrogen technology in waste management vehicles.

As of Q3 2023, the national fleet of cleaning vehicles numbered nearly 14,000. The Ministry of Environment is actively pursuing the replacement of these vehicles with zero-emission alternatives, focusing on hydrogen and electric power sources.

The adoption of hydrogen-powered vehicles for waste management is expected to contribute to the ministry’s goals of environmental protection, the pursuit of carbon neutrality, and the enhancement of air quality.

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Over $324 Million to be invested in 6G research for Korea

The sixth generation (6G) network service research and development plan, worth over 440 billion won ($324 million), was revealed by Korea’s science ministry on September 25, 2023.

The Ministry of Science has revealed its sixth generation (6G) network service research and development plan, with which a high speed and big capacity optical transmission system is supposed to be developed, in order to lower wired network latency. This is to provide a range of services integrated with 6G technology, such as virtual reality and urban air transportation.

Technologies such as wireless communication, 6G systems and wired networks as well as the standardization of 6G are therefore going to be one of the main goals. According to the government, the domestic 6G technologies should aim to comply with the international standards which are supposed to be developed around Q1 next year.

In response to the shift from hardware to cloud computing and software, the main focus of the government will be to develop innovative software-based next-generation mobile networks for the mobile core network sector.

On a sidenote, not only 6G technologies are being pushed. In order to grow the progress of 5G network services, the plan also calls to expand technologies for the upper-mid band, which spans the frequency range of 7 gigahertz to 24 GHz.

The ministry stated that it intends to exhibit the intermediate results of its 6G network construction in 2026.

In Korea many electronic products require a KC EMC certification, others a KC certificate.

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Large Investments for 6G Research and Development in Korea

Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT is gearing up to lead the next wave of network technology. They’ve earmarked an impressive 440 billion won (over $324 million) for the evolution of the sixth-generation (6G) network. A significant part of this initiative is the development of a high-speed, high-capacity optical transmission system. This system aims to minimize delays in wired connections, paving the way for immersive experiences like urban aerial transportation and virtual reality. It should be noted that many wireless infrastructure components and parts require KC EMC certification to be approved for import and sale in South Korea.

The ministry’s strategy also includes a focus on the upper-middle band, spanning frequencies from 7 GHz to 24 GHz. This is seen as a crucial step to enhance the capabilities of the current 5G network. Moreover, as the world shifts towards cloud-based solutions and software-driven platforms, the ministry is emphasizing the evolution of software-centric next-gen mobile networks.

In terms of standardization, the ministry is not only looking inwards. They’re committed to aligning domestically developed 6G technologies with global standards, which are anticipated to be introduced as early as next year. By 2026, the ministry aims to unveil preliminary results of its 6G endeavors, positioning Korea at the forefront of defining global standards for future network services.

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Solid Processes for Korea Certifications – MPR International Visits Authorities and Test Laboratories in South Korea

The certification process for Korea is back to normal after the COVID-19 pandemic travel restrictions. During the pandemic, many foreign manufacturers suffered from the fact that Korean auditors could not travel to the production sites. During the pandemic, audits were either held remotely, paused, or in some cases carried out by third parties, depending on product type and process. Since the lifting of the travel restrictions, the auditors can once again travel internationally, and the alternative certification and re-certification processes have been discontinued. However, foreign manufacturers are still advised to obtain approvals for exports to Korea at an early stage, as almost all authorities still have a backlog for international travel and a limited personnel.

During a recent visit to South Korea, representatives from MPR International discussed the innovations in process flow with KOSHA, KGS, KTL, KTC and the relevant test labs .

Korean standards and product-specific implementation rules are regularly revised or reissued by the authorities, which sometimes has significant implications for the corresponding product manufacturers. New releases and updates are generally not announced publicly and must be tracked and implemented independently by manufacturers. Failure to comply can result in severe consequences, including certificate cancellation and/or a sales ban.

For example, the harmonization of approval standards in the area of KCs-Ex to the IECEx system is currently being pursued but has not yet been fully completed. Separate KCs Ex certification will still be required but should further simplify the process. In addition, there are many great innovations in the area of approval of equipment in the hydrogen sector and the test facilities required for this.

MPR International GmbH remains committed to maintaining close contacts with the certification bodies and test laboratories in Korea. This enables us to provide our customers with close and individual coordination and to facilitate the entry or expansion of your Korean business.

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New Height in Eco-Friendly Car Sales

In the initial nine months of the current year, exports of environmentally conscious vehicles, including hybrids, electrics, and those powered by hydrogen, achieved a remarkable US$18 billion. In the previous month alone, automotive exports surpassed an impressive threshold of US$5.0 billion, an over 9 percent climb from the same timeframe a year ago. Total automotive exports up to this September skyrocketed to over US$52.0 billion. This trend of growth hasn’t waned and has been ongoing for 15 straight months since July of the previous year. Equipment and machinery used for the production of eco-friendly cars often require KC Certification to be approved for import and distribution in Korea.

The catalyst for this surge in automotive exports is the increased demand for eco-friendly cars. In this timeframe, these green vehicle exports reached nearly US$18 billion. The rising number in eco-friendly vehicle exports primarily occurred in North America and the European Union (EU). Exports last month to North America were substantial at over US$2.75 billion, and those to the EU were also significant, totaling over US$846 million.

Up until the third quarter of this year, there was an uptick in both the number of vehicles exported and the number of vehicles produced and sold domestically. The export figures were impressive at over two million units, a 23.7 percent growth. Domestic sales rose by 5.78 percent, resulting in approximately 1.28 million units, while production numbers swelled by over 17 percent, culminating in over 3 million units.

In reaction to the U.S. Incentives for Reduction of Auto Emissions (IRA) Act, the government has been proactive. The domestic industry’s push to boost sales of eco-friendly commercial vehicles, including those for rent and lease, has led to IRA-eligible sales reaching over 88,000 units by this September. This number is a big hike compared to the same time last year and has already exceeded the previous full year’s sales of over 73,000 units.

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Hyundai and Iveco deepen partnership with new fuel cell bus

Hyundai Motor unveiled a new fuel cell bus in early October. The vehicle, developed in collaboration with Iveco, made its debut at Busworld 2023 in Brussels, the largest exhibition of its kind in the world. The E-Way H2 is a 12-metre long low-floor city bus with a 310 kW electric motor. It draws its energy from a fuel cell system from the Hyundai subsidiary HTWO. With the advanced system, the bus can either be fuelled with hydrogen or the integrated battery can be charged. Regardless of this, Hyundai says the bus can travel up to 450 km on one fill or charge. Components, equipment, and machinery required for fuel cell and vehicle production in many cases must undergo KC Certification or KGS Registration to be approved for import and distribution in Korea.

As early as March 2022, the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding for the joint development of vehicle technologies and platforms as well as the mutual supply of components. This initially resulted in the presentation of a jointly developed hydrogen-powered delivery vehicle in September 2022. The eDaily, based on a conventional Iveco Daily delivery van, was presented at the IAA Commercial Vehicles exhibition in Hannover. The vehicle is equipped with a 140 kW electric motor from Iveco subsidiary FPT Industrial and a 90 kW fuel cell from Hyundai Motor. The seven-tonne van is fully charged within 15 minutes and can travel up to 350 km on one charge. The payload is up to three tonnes, depending on the version.

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KPS recycles used Batteries for Samsung Electronics

A subsidiary of the South Korean KPS Corporation, Segi Recycling Technology, will soon recycle old batteries from so-called uninterruptible power supplies, UPS for short, on behalf of Samsung Electronics. As the business magazine KED Global reported at the beginning of July, Segi Recycling Technology signed a corresponding agreement with Samsung Electronics for the collection, transport and disposal or recycling of batteries from the industry. This will involve the recycling of spent batteries from a total of seven Samsung sites in South Korea. For battery related products, KC certification, KCs certification or other Korean product certifications are often required to be approved for the Korean market.

UPS are used in server rooms and data centres as an immediate backup power supply in case of power outages or fire. The batteries in these devices are essential for the operation of data centres where large amounts of company data are stored or many data movements take place. Currently, most batteries are still based on lead-acid cells and will gradually be replaced by newer lithium-ion batteries. Segi Recycling Technology is currently preparing to enter the EV battery recycling business. According to Chairman Kim Min-hong, recycling old industrial batteries is a good opportunity to expand business activities.

Certifications for the Korean market are a complex hurdle and difficult to navigate due to different authorities and certification systems. With over 15 years of experience in the certification business, MPR International GmbH is your best point of contact for competent service when it comes to exporting to Korea. For example, KC Safety is relevant for electronics and household products, which are mostly intended for consumers, as well as products for children and babies.

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Market for EV charging stations in South Korea has high growth potential

With the increasing number of EVs in South Korea, the market for corresponding charging stations is also growing. Therefore, many large companies are entering the field of charging stations and infrastructure, some of them even with only this main business. As the business magazine “Business Korea” writes, almost all major domestic companies are now active in the EV charging business. Apart from Samsung, South Korea’s four largest conglomerates have entered the market, either by acquiring companies or providing their own services. In many cases, products from the fields of batteries and electromobility in general require KC Certification for Korea in order to be approved for import and sale there.

SK Group is the most active group and has several subsidiaries in the EV charging business: SK Signet manufactures EV charging stations, SK electlink operates the largest network of charging stations in the country and SK E&S provides charging stations for car parks. Competitor LG Electronics, on the other hand, acquired “Apple Mango” to accelerate its entry into this business and later renamed it HiEV Charger. Founded in 2019, HiEV owns proprietary technologies for charging stations.

As a manufacturer of EVs, the Hyundai Motor Group focuses on setting up and operating fast-charging stations. For this purpose, the subsidiary “Korea Electric Vehicle Charging Service” was founded, in which Hyundai and Kia each invested 23 million US dollars. The fast-charging stations have a special function called “Plug&Charge”, which automatically handles authentication, charging and payment. Hyundai plans to build 3,000 fast-charging stations in South Korea by 2025. The fourth group to enter the charging business is Lotte Group. For this purpose, the IT subsidiary Lotte Information Communication has taken over the infrastructure company Joongang Control, formerly EVSIS. As a goal of the takeover, around 13,000 EVSIS charging stations are to be built at important urban parking facilities by 2025. Furthermore, Lotte IC has good chances of winning contracts abroad. In Indonesia, for example, the relocation of the capital Jakarta is creating a new “smart city” that requires EV charging infrastructure in large supermarkets and shopping centres.

The reason for the strong commitment of the large corporations in South Korea to the charging business lies in the high growth opportunities. The German consultancy Roland Berger, for example, estimates that the global EV charging business will grow sixfold from its current value of 55 billion US dollars to 325 billion US dollars by 2030. Despite the good market prospects, the coverage with charging stations in South Korea is insufficient. According to information from the relevant ministries, the number of electric cars is around 424,200, but there are only just under half of the charging stations available, around 225,730.

We offer certification services for all product sectors, including KC certification for consumer products and especially electronics, KC-EMV certification for electronic products and KCs certification for machinery as well as KCs for explosion-proof products. We are at your disposal for all questions regarding Korea certifications.

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Korea targets Global ESS Market

Chinese EV Manufacturer plans new Battery Pack Plant in Korea

Revolutionary Cleaning Vehicles powered with Hydrogen Energy introduced

Over $324 Million to be invested in 6G research for Korea

Large Investments for 6G Research and Development in Korea

Solid Processes for Korea Certifications – MPR International Visits Authorities and Test Laboratories in South Korea

New Height in Eco-Friendly Car Sales

Hyundai and Iveco deepen partnership with new fuel cell bus

KPS recycles used Batteries for Samsung Electronics

Market for EV charging stations in South Korea has high growth potential

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