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트럼프-푸틴 '정상회담' 임박…"우크라 전쟁, 조만간 통화부터"

도널드 트럼프 대통령 당선인과 블라디미르 푸틴 러시아 대통령이 우크라이나 전쟁 관련 논의를 위한 정상회담을 준비 중인 것으로 알려졌다. 마이크 왈츠 미국 차기 국가안보보좌관은 12일(현지시간) ABC 뉴스와의 회견에서 "오는 20일 취임하는 트럼프 차기 대통령과 푸틴 대통령이 수일 내지 수주일 내로 전화회담을 할 예정"이라고 말했다. 이번 발언은 트럼프 당선인이 지난 9일 푸틴 대통령과 정상회동을 추진하고 있다고 언급한 것을 좀더 구체적으로 확인한 것이란 관측이다. 왈츠 보좌관은 "상대방(러시아)과 어떤 형태든 관계와 대화가 없으면 협상에 들어갈 수 없다"며 "앞으로 수개월 안에 이를 틀림없이 확립하겠다"고 강조했다. 다만, 왈츠 보좌관은 정상회담의 구체적인 일정이나 회담 방식 등은 확정된 게 없다고 했다. 그는 "확실한 프레임워크를 정하지 않고 추진 중이지만 조만간 이뤄질 트럼프 차기 대통령과 푸틴 대통령 간 전화통화에서 한 걸음 더 진전이 있을 것"이라고 전했다. 트럼프 당선인과 푸틴 대통령의 정상회담 관련 언급에 러시아 크렘린궁 대변인 디미트리 페스코프는 "환영한다"는 입장이다. 페스코프 대변인은 "트럼프·푸틴 대면 회담에 어떤 조건도 붙이지 않고 있다"고 밝혔다. 그런 가운데, 스위스 정부는 트럼프·푸틴 정상회담을 자국에서 개최할 용의가 있다는 의사를 표명했다.

2025-01-13 09:29:17 원승일 기자

젤렌스키, 김정은에 "북한군 포로 교환하자"…북한군 "여기 살고 싶어"

볼로디미르 젤렌스키 우크라이나 대통령이 생포한 북한군 2명과 자국군 포로를 교환 석방하자고 제안했다. 12일(현지시각) AFP 통신에 따르면 젤렌스키 대통령은 이날 SNS인 X를 통해 "우크라이나는 러시아에 포로로 잡힌 우리 전사들과 교환을 성사시킬 수 있으면 북한군 포로를 넘겨줄 용의가 있다"고 밝혔다. 이어 "우크라이나가 생포하는 북한군이 더욱 많아질 게 틀림없다"며 "북한으로 돌아가길 원하지 않는 포로에게는 다른 선택지가 있을 수 있고, 우크라이나 전쟁에 대한 진실을 한국어로 전파해 평화가 더욱 가까워지기를 바라는 북한인은 그런 기회를 얻게 될 것"이라고 강조했다. 젤렌스키 대통령의 포로 교환 제의는 우크라이나 정부가 러시아 쿠르스크 지역에서 전투에 투입됐다가 부상을 입은 북한군 2명을 생포했다고 발표한지 하루 만에 나왔다. 한국 국정원도 이날 우크라이나가 붙잡은 북한군 포로 2명에 대한 심문 과정에서 참여했다고 확인했다. 반면, 러시아와 북한은 북한군이 쿠르스크에 파병돼 우크라이나군과 전투를 벌이는 사실을 부인하고 있다. 젤렌스키 대통령은 "블라디미르 푸틴 대통령은 북한의 군사적 지원이 없으면 우크라이나와 전쟁을 계속할 수 없다"고 주장했다.

2025-01-13 09:07:25 원승일 기자

LG Innotek's Moon Hyuk-soo: "AI Semiconductor Substrates in Mass Production for U.S. Big Tech, Targeting Trillion-Won Revenue"

Moon Hyuk-soo, CEO of LG Innotek, announced that the company plans to cultivate the next-generation high-value semiconductor substrate business on a scale of trillions of KRW. He also expressed the intention to accelerate the discovery of new businesses such as mobility and robotics, based on the core technologies accumulated in the mobile sector. CEO Moon said during an interview with reporters at CES 2025, the world's largest IT and electronics exhibition, held at the LVCC in Las Vegas on January 8 (local time), "In December last year, we began mass production of FC-BGA for North American big tech companies at our Gumi 4 plant in Gyeongsangbuk-do." This is seen as a significant achievement, marking two years since the company announced its entry into the FC-BGA business in 2022. FC-BGA (Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array) is a next-generation substrate that allows AI semiconductor chips to be densely connected to the mainboard without wires. As the functionality of semiconductors increases, the substrates also grow larger, and FC-BGA is gaining attention as it can further enhance integration density, making it a promising new technology. According to Fujifilm Research Institute, the global FC-BGA market size is expected to grow more than twice, from $8 billion (11.69 trillion KRW) in 2022 to $16.4 billion (23.97 trillion KRW) by 2030. CEO Moon also mentioned, "We are actively pursuing development collaborations with several global big tech companies, in addition to North American big tech firms." He added that the company plans to actively explore external collaboration options, such as equity investments or mergers and acquisitions (M&A), to accelerate market penetration for the FC-BGA business. At CES 2025, LG Innotek plans to foster the semiconductor component market as a key player by leading with FC-BGA, alongside the automotive AP module that was unveiled for the first time. The company aims to develop this business into a trillion-won scale. LG Innotek announced through its corporate value enhancement (value-up) plan disclosed in November last year that it aims to grow the revenue from its new businesses to over 8 trillion KRW by 2030. CEO Moon also mentioned the "glass substrate," which is advantageous for implementing fine circuits, stating, "We are now making investments in equipment," and added, "Starting at the end of this year, we will begin full-scale pilot production (prototype mass production) of glass substrates." Glass substrates can replace the plastic-based core (center) with glass, which helps minimize circuit distortion. CEO Moon stated, "(Glass substrates) are the direction we must go in, and many companies are currently weighing the timing for mass production." He added, "LG Innotek is also preparing to ensure we are not late to the game." LG Innotek is applying its core technologies, such as camera modules, sensing, control, and substrates, which it has developed in the mobile sector, to various industries including mobility and robotics. CEO Moon emphasized that, particularly in the rapidly growing humanoid sector in the era of generative AI, "LG Innotek is actively collaborating with leading companies in the humanoid field, leveraging its global leadership in camera technology." Regarding Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, appearing on stage with 14 humanoid robots at the keynote speech ahead of the CES opening on January 6, CEO Moon stated, "We are collaborating with more than half of the companies that had humanoids on stage at that time." CEO Moon also emphasized the importance of strategically managing global production sites and factory automation in the face of growing uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade policies and geopolitical tensions. He stated, "The key task right now is to make our Mexico factory competitive in order to target the U.S. market," and added, "Although it requires significant investment, we will quickly expand factory automation in the process to secure cost competitiveness." Regarding the competition from the Chinese camera module industry, he stated, "We will diversify production by using our Vietnam plant as a core base for manufacturing legacy camera module products for smartphones, while the domestic plant will focus on R&D, high-value-added camera modules, and optical components for new applications as a mother factory." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다.

2025-01-12 16:51:42 메트로 기자

Refining Industry Sees Signs of Improvement in the Fourth Quarter After Overcoming 'Worst Quarter'... Refining Margins Recovering

The four major domestic refiners (SK Innovation, GS Caltex, S-Oil, and HD Hyundai Oilbank) have struggled with operational losses in the third quarter due to decreased product demand caused by the global economic slowdown. The combined operating loss for the four companies in the third quarter exceeded approximately 14 trillion KRW. However, with a rebound in refining margins in the fourth quarter, there are expectations for improved performance. According to industry sources on the 12th, the refining margin in Singapore for the last week of last year averaged $4.1 per barrel, reaching the breakeven point. This has led to the assessment that the worst period has passed. While the refining margin in the third quarter averaged $3.5 per barrel, falling short of the breakeven level of $4-$5 per barrel, there are signs of improvement moving forward. Additionally, the adjustment of refining facility utilization rates is seen as contributing to the recovery in refining margins. Furthermore, there are expectations in the industry that the supply-demand situation will improve somewhat, as the net increase in refining capacity this year is expected to be lower compared to last year, while the amount of closed capacity is expected to rise. International oil prices also showed stability in the fourth quarter with smaller fluctuations. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell below $70 in September, but as of the 10th, it had risen to $76.57. Dubai crude prices slightly decreased in December compared to September, but it is anticipated that the sharp rise in the won-dollar exchange rate during this period will lead to a positive inventory effect. There are also opinions suggesting that with the recovery of inventory valuation gains and the improvement in diesel and kerosene margins, spot refining margins will improve. The securities industry is also providing a positive outlook on the recovery of profitability for the four major refiners. S-Oil's fourth-quarter operating profit is expected to be approximately 178.9 billion KRW, a turnaround from the previous quarter's operating loss of 414.9 billion KRW. SK Innovation is forecasted to shift from a 3rd-quarter loss of 484.1 billion KRW to a small operating profit of 29.1 billion KRW in the fourth quarter. The sharp rise in the won-dollar exchange rate has had a short-term positive effect on inventory. While a rise in the exchange rate is typically a negative factor for the refining industry, which imports all of its crude oil, it has had a positive impact on the valuation of previously purchased crude oil inventories. However, from a long-term perspective, the sharp rise in the exchange rate is expected to be a burden on the industry. Due to the nature of payments being made in U.S. dollars, the industry is inevitably at a disadvantage as the exchange rate increases. The domestic refining industry imports more than 1 billion barrels of crude oil annually, and it is estimated that for every 10 won increase in the won-dollar exchange rate, the annual foreign exchange loss would increase by 100 billion KRW. The dominant view is that the recovery of global economic recession, which is the fundamental cause of declining oil demand, will be key to restoring profitability. While the improvement in fourth-quarter performance is seen as a short-term factor, analysts believe it is difficult to remain optimistic about the outlook for this year. The refining industry is focusing on accelerating new business ventures as a long-term strategy to overcome the recession. They plan to expand their non-refining business portfolio by focusing on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), bio-based marine fuel, and immersion cooling, aiming to find new growth opportunities. An industry insider stated, "While there is a possibility of improved performance in the fourth quarter compared to the previous quarter, there are many factors that could act as variables in the long term, such as the inauguration of Trump's second administration and global economic uncertainties." They added, "We will closely monitor the market situation and prepare for potential fluctuations that may arise in the future." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다.

2025-01-12 14:44:14 메트로 기자

China's Blitz Alert... All-Out Pressure on Materials, Electronics, and Automotive Sectors

Chinese companies are expanding their presence in the domestic market beyond low-cost consumer goods, venturing into advanced technology sectors such as smartphones, electric vehicles, and other industries. They are increasingly entering the Korean market, which is sensitive to trends, with products ranging from robot vacuum cleaners and smartphones to automobiles. Although this movement may not immediately impact domestic companies, there are concerns that it could have a long-term effect on the overall manufacturing and consumption ecosystem in the domestic industry. According to industry sources on the 12th, the technology gap between South Korea and China is only 0.3 years. This means that China could catch up to South Korean industrial technology in just a few months. In particular, Chinese companies have made significant progress by leveraging government support and abundant human resources, narrowing the gap with South Korean technology. With this momentum, they are intensifying their efforts to target the Korean market. Chinese companies, primarily in the electronics sector, are focusing on expanding their market share in South Korea. Once called the "mistake of the continent," Xiaomi has now established a local subsidiary in South Korea to introduce products and services tailored to the local market. Xiaomi recently established Xiaomi Technology Korea, with a strategy to accelerate its market penetration by setting up the subsidiary this year, building on its staff who had been managing distribution in Korea since 2016. Xiaomi has expanded its product range from smartphones to air purifiers, robot vacuum cleaners, smart bands, and more recently, electric vehicles. Robot vacuum company Roborock opened its second flagship store in South Korea on the 1st. As the market leader in robot vacuum cleaners in Korea, Roborock, a Chinese company, is building a premium brand image not only through its flagship stores but also by entering major department stores nationwide. In addition to its dominance in the domestic robot vacuum market, Roborock is now introducing washer-dryer products, putting pressure on major players like Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics. The automotive industry is also in an uncertain situation. The current scenario is quite different from seven years ago when Chinese Dongfeng Motor entered the domestic market with cost-effective models but eventually withdrew. Now, with advancements in electric vehicle and autonomous driving technologies, the global standing of Chinese automakers has significantly changed. BYD, which has formed a global electric vehicle duopoly with Tesla, has officially entered the South Korean market through BYD Korea starting in January this year. The company is currently building its sales network in Seoul, Gyeonggi, Incheon, Busan, Jeju, and other regions. This month, BYD plans to launch the mid-sized sedan 'Seal' and the compact SUV 'Atto 3.' These models are expected to be priced 5 million to 10 million KRW cheaper than domestic competitors, when factoring in an 8% tariff, sales incentives, and electric vehicle subsidies. BYD's cost-effectiveness is based on securing cost competitiveness through economies of scale and in-house production of batteries, making it difficult for other brands to easily follow suit, according to analysis. Additionally, Chinese electric vehicle brand Xpeng is also reported to be actively pursuing its entry into the South Korean market. The finished vehicle industry believes that if Chinese companies with advanced autonomous driving and battery technologies enter the South Korean market, the burden on domestic automakers will significantly increase. In particular, if these companies succeed in penetrating the domestic market, it is expected to directly impact the global electric vehicle sales of Hyundai and Kia. An industry insider expressed concern, stating, "In the past, Chinese companies targeted the domestic market by emphasizing price competitiveness, but now they are pressuring the market with products that also have strong technological capabilities." The insider added, "If we don't prepare for competition with Chinese companies, there is a high likelihood that we will lose our share of the domestic market." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다.

2025-01-12 14:17:47 메트로신문 기자

WSJ "현대차, 트럼프 취임식에 100만달러 기부"…"정의선-트럼프 회동도 추진"

현대자동차가 오는 20일 치뤄지는 도널드 트럼프 미국 대통령 당선인의 취임식에 100만 달러(약 14억700만 원)를 기부한 것으로 알려졌다. 취임 후 정의선 현대차그룹 회장, 트럼프 당선인과의 백악관 회동도 추진 중인 것으로 전해졌다. 11일(현지 시각) 월스트리트저널(WSJ)에 따르면 현대차 관계자들이 지난해 11월 5일 미 대선 이후 트럼프 당선인 측근들과 연락을 해 왔고, 트럼프 당선인과의 비공개 면담을 희망하고 있다. WSJ은 트럼프 당선인 취임식에 무뇨스 사장과 장재훈 현대차 부회장 등이 참석할 가능성이 있다고 했다. WSJ은 "현대가 미국 (대통령) 취임식에 기부한 것은 현대차 역사상 처음 있는 일"이라고 보도했다. 현대차의 이번 기부는 다른 자동차 업체들의 기부에 동참한 것이란 분석이다. 제너럴모터스(GM), 포드자동차, 도요타자동차도 각각 100만 달러를 트럼프 당선인 취임식에 기부했다. WSJ는 또, 현대차가 트럼프 당선인 측 고문들과 관계 구축을 위해 공격적인 캠페인을 시작했다고 보도했다. 현대차는 트럼프 당선인 측근들에게 미국 일자리 창출자, 미 자동차 산업 지지자가 되기 위해 노력하고 있다고 전했다. 현대차는 트럼프 대통령 취임 전 그의 자택인 플로리다주 팜비치 마러라고 리조트에서, 취임 후에는 백악관에서 회동하는 방안을 추진 중이다. 회동에는 호세 무뇨스 현대차 사장, 정의선 현대차그룹 회장이 참석하는 방안이 논의되고 있다.

2025-01-12 10:02:25 원승일 기자

젤렌스키 우크라 대통령 "북한군 2명 생포, 심문중"

볼로디미르 젤렌스키 우크라이나 대통령이 러시아 쿠르스크에서 북한군 2명을 생포해 심문 중이라고 밝혔다. 11일(현지 시각) 우크린폼. 키이우 인디펜던트 보도에 따르면 젤렌스키 대통령은 이날 소셜미디어 페이스북, 텔레그램을 통해 "우리 군인들이 쿠르스크 지역에서 북한 군인들을 생포했다"고 전했다. 이어 "부상을 입었으나 2명의 (북한) 군인은 생존해 키이우로 이송돼, 현재 우크라이나 보안국과 소통하고 있다"고 덧붙였다. 앞서 우크라이나는 지난달에도 쿠르스크에서 북한군 1명을 생포했다며 사진을 공개한 바 있다. 우리 국가정보원(국정원)은 지난달 27일 생포 사실을 확인했다. 다만 생포된 북한군이 부상으로 인해 사망했다고 밝혔다. 북한은 러시아에 병사 1만1000여명을 보냈다. 이들은 러시아와 우크라이나 간 격전이 벌어지고 있는 러시아 본토 쿠르스크 전선에 투입됐다.

2025-01-12 09:46:49 원승일 기자

[CES 2025] Choi Tae-won, After Meeting with Jensen Huang, "Development Speed Now Faster Than NVIDIA's Demands"

Choi Tae-won, Chairman of SK Group, met with Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, at the world's largest IT and technology exhibition, CES 2025. Chairman Choi revealed that through this meeting, he confirmed that SK hynix's development speed is surpassing NVIDIA's required level. On January 8 (local time), Chairman Choi Tae-won, attending CES 2025, held a press conference with domestic reporters and answered questions regarding the relationship between SK hynix and NVIDIA. This marks Chairman Choi's third consecutive year attending CES in person. In response to a question about additional discussions on HBM during his meeting with Jensen Huang, Chairman Choi stated, "I confirmed that SK hynix's development speed is now slightly ahead of NVIDIA's. In the past, we were asked to speed up development, but now the tables have turned." He also added that the supply quantity for this year has been fully decided by the working-level teams. He continued, "We exchanged views on physical AI, such as Cosmos™, and mentioned that it would be great to collaborate in the future. I also shared Korea's manufacturing know-how." Cosmos™ is the physical AI development platform announced by NVIDIA at CES this year. It is composed of cutting-edge generative World Foundation Models (WFM), advanced tokenizers, guardrails, and an accelerated video processing pipeline. On that day, Chairman Choi spent a significant amount of time explaining the direction of SK Group's AI business, including AI data centers. Chairman Choi stated, "At this year's CES, it was clear that AI has been integrated into everything," and added, "We plan to focus on AI data center-related businesses as a key initiative." Regarding SK's plans to expand into the U.S., he explained, "The AI data center-related industry is connected not only to the power plant business but also to energy issues across all stages, including semiconductors and cooling (thermal management)." He further stated, "I believe that there are many points of intersection between SK's portfolio and the U.S. market." At this year's CES, SK Group set up a booth under the theme "Creating a Sustainable Future with Innovative AI Technology," showcasing AI data center solutions, AI semiconductors including HBM3E 16-layer chips, and SKC glass substrate technology. Chairman Choi visited the booth and, holding a model of the SKC glass substrate, smiled and said, "I just sold this." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다.

2025-01-09 15:32:50 메트로신문 기자

"Riding High on the Strong Exchange Rate... Power Equipment Sector Expected to Boost Profitability with Foreign Exchange Gains"

Recently, the rapid rise in the won-dollar exchange rate has become a negative factor for industries across the board. In contrast, the power equipment sector is showing positive signs for profitability. Since most of the power equipment business is driven by expanding overseas operations, it is expected to benefit from the increase in foreign exchange gains due to the rise in the won-dollar exchange rate. According to industry sources on January 9, power equipment companies are expected to achieve strong performance in the fourth quarter. This is due to the rapid increase in transformer demand as data centers for artificial intelligence (AI) operations expand in the United States. With the inauguration of Donald Trump's second administration, there is growing sentiment that the need to replace power infrastructure will increase. President-elect Trump has maintained the position that the U.S. must maintain dominance in the global AI industry, and it is expected that this will lead to additional demand for AI data centers. Moreover, the high exchange rate is also being cited as a factor contributing to the growth in performance. The won-dollar exchange rate surged to the 1,430 KRW range in early December 2024 due to a state of emergency, and on December 19, the U.S. Federal Reserve's announcement to adjust the number of interest rate cuts in 2025 pushed the rate past 1,450 KRW. Following that, after the impeachment vote of the acting president on December 27, the exchange rate surpassed 1,470 KRW, and it has remained around the 1,450 KRW range since then. In this situation, the power equipment sector is expected to benefit from positive effects due to increased sales in North America. With the rise in the won-dollar exchange rate and the completion of investments in ultra-high-voltage transformers, there is ample potential for profitability growth, according to analysis. The securities industry also predicts that the power equipment sector will see an increase in fourth-quarter performance. HD Hyundai Electric is expected to achieve a revenue of 985.5 billion KRW in the fourth quarter, representing a 23.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is attributed to expanded production capacity, seasonal leverage effects, and the benefits of the high exchange rate. Additionally, although there was a gap in North American distribution transformers in the third quarter, it is estimated that smooth deliveries are taking place in the fourth quarter. According to HD Hyundai Electric's public disclosure, the exchange rates applied to the contracts for "380kV high-voltage circuit breakers and transformers" signed with Saudi Arabian companies in October and November 2023 were 1,357.6 KRW and 1,295.7 KRW, respectively. With forecasts suggesting that the exchange rate could break through the 1,500 KRW mark, there are opinions that the profitability of these existing contracts could improve due to the rising exchange rate. LS Electric's fourth-quarter revenue is expected to reach 1.1 trillion KRW, marking an 11.2% increase compared to the previous year. Operating profit is forecasted to be 88.7 billion KRW, reflecting a 30.3% year-on-year increase. This growth is anticipated due to the benefits from the high exchange rate, particularly from transformer sales to North America in the power infrastructure sector. Hyosung Heavy Industries is also expected to achieve positive results. The fourth-quarter revenue is estimated to reach 1.4 trillion KRW, a 10.7% increase compared to the previous year. Operating profit is projected to be 125.8 billion KRW, marking a 98.5% year-on-year increase. However, some point out that there are still uncertainties, such as concerns over domestic economic slowdown due to the high exchange rate, making it difficult to be overly optimistic without considering these risks. An industry insider stated, "As the export scale is increasing across the power equipment sector, we can expect the benefits of the high exchange rate in terms of performance. However, if the high exchange rate trend continues, it will be necessary to continuously monitor the impact on the overall business, including the rise in raw material prices." He continued, "With the development of AI technology, the replacement of aging power grids in North America, and the expansion of renewable energy in Europe, among other factors, the boom in the power equipment market is expected to continue throughout this year." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다.

2025-01-09 14:43:37 메트로신문 기자

Hyundai Motor Group to Invest 24.3 Trillion KRW This Year for Change and Innovation, the Largest Investment in History

Amid an uncertain domestic and global business environment, Hyundai Motor Group is making a large-scale domestic investment to strengthen its future competitiveness, with a focus on South Korea as a hub for mobility innovation. Hyundai Motor Group announced on the 9th that it plans to invest a record-high 24.3 trillion KRW in South Korea this year. This year's investment is a 19% increase compared to the previous record of 20.4 trillion KRW in 2024, marking an increase of 3.9 trillion KRW. Hyundai Motor Group's decision to make its largest-ever domestic investment this year is based on the judgment that continuous and stable investment is essential to overcome the increasing uncertainties and secure future growth drivers. In his New Year's message this year, Chairman Euisun Chung emphasized the importance of the perspective and attitude needed to face crises, the ongoing transformation and innovation through Hyundai Motor Group's continuous improvement, and the significance of the DNA for overcoming crises. He encouraged employees by saying, "We have always faced crises, overcome them excellently, and emerged stronger after each crisis." Hyundai Motor Group will allocate 11.5 trillion KRW for research and development (R&D), 12 trillion KRW for ongoing investments, and 8 trillion KRW for strategic investments. The R&D investments will be used to secure key future capabilities, including enhancing product competitiveness, electrification, software-defined vehicles (SDV), hydrogen products, and the development of core technologies. Hyundai Motor Group will flexibly respond to changes in electric vehicle demand by leading with high-performance, fuel-efficient hybrid models, next-generation hybrid systems, and extended-range electric vehicles (EREV). Hyundai Motor Group plans to steadily expand the development of new electric vehicle models and accelerate the transition to electrification. Hyundai aims to establish a full lineup of 21 electric vehicle models by 2030, ranging from economy models to luxury and high-performance vehicles. Kia, on the other hand, will complete its full lineup of 15 electric vehicle models, including various purpose-built vehicles (PBV), by 2027. In the SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle) field, the goal is to complete the development of an SDV pace car featuring high-performance electric and electronic architecture for vehicles by 2026 through in-house software development. The project aims to expand this technology to mass-produced vehicles. Ongoing investments will be directed towards expanding production facilities to support the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and the development of new models, innovating manufacturing technologies, and enhancing infrastructure such as customer experience centers. Hyundai Motor Group will make large-scale investments in the construction of dedicated EV factories this year as well. Last year, Kia launched the Gwangmyeong EVO plant and began production of the small electric vehicle EV3. In the second half of this year, the group plans to complete the Hwaseong EVO plant and start full-scale production of customer-specific PBV electric vehicles. The Hyundai Ulsan dedicated EV factory, currently under construction with the goal of starting operations in the first half of 2026, plans to begin mass production with an electric ultra-large sports utility vehicle (SUV) model, followed by a variety of other vehicle types. Strategic investments will be allocated to enhance the competitiveness of key future businesses, including autonomous driving, software (SW), and artificial intelligence (AI). When classified by business sector, the investment in the finished vehicle sector amounts to 16.3 trillion KRW. In addition to the finished vehicle sector, 8 trillion KRW will be invested in other sectors such as parts, steel, construction, finance, and other businesses to discover new ventures and enhance the competitiveness of core businesses. A Hyundai Motor Group official stated, "To realize humanity's dream of 'safe and free mobility and a peaceful life,' we will continue to secure future growth drivers through active investments, constant improvement of our organizational structure, and changes and innovations, without being shaken by internal and external business environments." ChatGPT를 사용하여 번역한 기사입니다

2025-01-09 14:37:30 메트로신문 기자

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