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MPR Celebrates 20 Years of Success in the Certification Industry

06.02.2025

MPR JOINS CERTANIA: PAVING THE WAY FOR ENHANCED CERTIFICATION SERVICES

29.04.2024

Revisions to Pressure Vessel Standards relevant for KGS Certification

04.01.2024

News on regulations

South Korea to launch Liquefied Hydrogen Inspection Center, Trial Operations slated for first Half 2025

01.05.2025

Korea to Strengthen Product Safety Oversight and Recall Measures in 2025

24.04.2025

New KGS Standard for Hydrogen Vehicle Composite Cylinders finalized

10.04.2025

Joint SAF Plant Construction to Strengthen Korea’s Petrochemical Capabilities

03.04.2025

South Korea introduces 4th Basic Plan for Children’s Product Safety (2025–2027)

20.03.2025

South Korea introduces Government-Led EV Battery Certification and Tracking

20.02.2025

MPR Celebrates 20 Years of Success in the Certification Industry

06.02.2025

Updated Certification Standards for Hydrogen and Gas Tanks/ Cylinders in Korea

30.01.2025

Updated KGS Standards for Pressure Vessels in Korea

23.01.2025

New Initiative advances Green Hydrogen Economy in South Korea

09.01.2025

Korean authorities close at the turn of the year – 2024/25

26.12.2024

Revised KGS Guidelines for Hydrogen Equipment in Korea

05.12.2024

Updated Standards for Pressure Vessels in Korea

28.11.2024

Revisions to Standards for Hydrogen Equipment and Fuel Cells Announced by KGS

02.10.2024

National Radio Research Agency Announces New Relevant Product Types and Reclassifications

26.09.2024

Updated KGS Standards for Hydrogen and LPG Piping in South Korea

12.09.2024

South Koreas Radio Research Agency announces Changes to Conformity Assessment Standards

18.07.2024

9 Product Standards from Gas Sector revised, including KGS FP111

25.04.2024

Simplified Categorization of Textile Products for young Children

18.04.2024

Rollout of new Energy Efficiency Classification System for Electric Vehicles

12.04.2024

25 KS planned for Autonomous Driving by 2025

14.03.2024

KATS intensifies Scrutiny on Safety of Kids’ Items, Domestic Products, and more

29.02.2024

Korea Occupational Safety & Health Agency offers Service for Searching and Analyzing Data using AI

22.02.2024

Enhanced Safety Measures and Certification Criteria for Aerial Work Platforms and Industrial Lifts

15.02.2024

Simplification of the KC Standard for Children’s Playground Equipment Announced for Korea

18.01.2024

Revisions to Pressure Vessel Standards relevant for KGS Certification

04.01.2024

Approval of Revisions to KGS Code AH271 for Electrolyzers in Korea

21.12.2023

New Technical Standards for Unlicensed Radio Equipment in South Korea

22.06.2023

New Certification System planned for H2 Hydrogen in South Korea

17.04.2023

Further topics

Hyundai and Kolon partner to advance Hydrogen Components for Future Mobility

17.04.2025

Germany’s Merck Expands Semiconductor Materials Production in Korea

27.03.2025

South Korea strengthens Battery Safety Measures amid rising Fire Concerns

13.03.2025

Korea to develop Joint SAF Production Facility

06.03.2025

Korea Consumer Agency Urges Safety Compliance for Digital Door Locks

27.02.2025

Hyundai E&C begins Korea’s First Water Electrolysis Hydrogen Plant in Buan

13.02.2025

Logistics Companies use Hydrogen Cargo Trucks in South Korea

16.01.2025

LG Electronics Introduces KC-Certified Safety Features for EV Chargers in Korea

02.01.2025

Korea Launches Pilot Program for EV Battery Safety Certification

19.12.2024

KCs Certification for Robotics Products in South Korea’s Food Industry

13.12.2024

MPR International – Product Certification Experts

22.11.2024

Coway expands Compact Water Purifier Line for Smaller Homes

14.11.2024

Samsung SDI Unveils Next-Generation Battery Lineup at Daegu Mobility Expo

07.11.2024

AI-based Optimization for 5G Base Stations

31.10.2024

World largest Hydrogen Liquefaction Facility built in Korea

24.10.2024

Hyundai Motor expands Role in Hydrogen Value Chain and Infrastructure

17.10.2024

SK Energy’s Gas CHP System to Cut Emissions and Boost Efficiency at Ulsan Complex

10.10.2024

Commercial Vehicle Plant in Korea switches to H2-powered Trucks and Buses

19.09.2024

SK hynix invests over 77 Bil Dollar in AI and HBM Semiconductor Market

05.09.2024

HD Hyundai XiteSolution Deploys Korea’s Largest Hydrogen Forklifts

29.08.2024

POSCO transitions to Hydrogen-based Steel Production in Korea

22.08.2024

LS Materials unveils new Ultra Capacitor

15.08.2024

Samsung’s new bespoke AI Hybrid Refrigerator sets Efficiency Benchmark

08.08.2024

Kukdong Oil & Chemicals to Build South Korea’s Largest Hydrogen Production Facility in Ulsan

01.08.2024

South Korea unveils Support Plan to boost Semiconductor Ecosystem

25.07.2024

LG Display Debuts Groundbreaking Tandem OLED for Laptops

11.07.2024

Over 200,000 Children’s Products Detained at Customs

04.07.2024

POSCO revamps and restarts Furnace with Smart Technology

27.06.2024

Seoul and Yeongcheon to initiate Hydrogen Production from Biogas Projects

20.06.2024

Samsung C&T to construct Korea’s first Power Plant Hydrogen Tank for over $100 Million

13.06.2024

Carcinogens detected in Children’s Products, Shopping Apps under Investigation

06.06.2024

KGS plans two New Hydrogen Safety Inspection Facilities

30.05.2024

Doosan Robotics provides robotic Barista to Café Chain

23.05.2024

Samsung’s custom Home Devices simplify Household Tasks

16.05.2024

Topsoe’s Ammonia-based Technology selected for new Hydrogen Initiative in South Korea

09.05.2024

Industry’s first Neon Gas Recycling Technology developed by SK Hynix and TEMC

02.05.2024

New Cooperation between SK Innovation, SKIET and Lotte Chemical to push into Carbon Capture Market

04.04.2024

Samsung and LG introduce their All-in-One Washer-Dryers

28.03.2024

GS Caltex and LG Chem enter into MOU for Collaboration on Biodegradable Materials

21.03.2024

Louis Gogger is new Managing Director of MPR International GmbH

07.03.2024

HD Hyundai to create Smart Shipyards with Siemens

08.02.2024

Aramco and S-Oil cooperate for Import of Low-Carbon Ammonia

01.02.2024

New Plant Construction in South Chungcheong by SK Geo Centric and Plastic Energy

25.01.2024

BMW to Introduce more EV Charging Options in Korea

11.01.2024

LG Chem, LX Hausys Create Battery Thermal Runaway Delay Material

14.12.2023

New 5G UAM Antennas in Development by KT

07.12.2023

LG Uplus partners with Hyundai to build Building Network for Robots

01.12.2023

Korea targets Global ESS Market

23.11.2023

Chinese EV Manufacturer plans new Battery Pack Plant in Korea

17.11.2023

Revolutionary Cleaning Vehicles powered with Hydrogen Energy introduced

10.11.2023

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

10.11.2023

Large Investments for 6G Research and Development in Korea

02.11.2023

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

26.10.2023

New Height in Eco-Friendly Car Sales

19.10.2023

Hyundai and Iveco deepen partnership with new fuel cell bus

12.10.2023

KPS recycles used Batteries for Samsung Electronics

05.10.2023

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

28.09.2023

Posco celebrates Groundbreaking for Lithium Hydroxide Plant in South Korea

21.09.2023

Hyundai Rotem presents scale model of hydrogen train

14.09.2023

Renault plans new EV plant at its Busan site in Korea

07.09.2023

South Korean HD Hyundai Infracore targets green equipment market

31.08.2023

Hanwha Impact develops gas turbine capable of burning up to 50 per cent hydrogen

24.08.2023

Hanwha TotalEnergies completes construction of polyolefin elastomer pilot plant

17.08.2023

Korean battery manufacturers announce additional joint ventures in the USA

10.08.2023

LG Chem starts mass production of single crystal cathodes

03.08.2023

South Korea and Taiwan work more closely together on gas and safety

27.07.2023

MPR Summer Event – Outdoor Challenges with Variety

20.07.2023

Posco Group invests 92 Billion US Dollars in Steel, Batteries and Hydrogen

13.07.2023

LG Energy and SK On present prototype LFP batteries at InterBattery 2023

05.07.2023

International cooperation: South Korea uses digital hydrogen filling system from German BAM

29.06.2023

EV battery manufacturers develop new silicon anode material

15.06.2023

South Korea plans to ease regulations to promote investment in the battery and energy industry

08.06.2023

SK On takes aim at Chinese monopoly for developing low-cost LFP batteries

01.06.2023

Doosan Enerbility focuses on new materials for small reactors and liquid hydrogen business

25.05.2023

Kumho Tire supplies Volkswagen with new tyre for the ID.4

18.05.2023

LG Electronics expands into growing 5G local area network market

11.05.2023

Exchange of Experience of the Explosion Protection Experts of KOSHA at MPR International GmbH in Frankfurt

04.05.2023

South Korean SK Telecom develops AI patrol robot with other partners

27.04.2023

Incheon airport car park gets infrastructure for liquid hydrogen

20.04.2023

Samsung Electronics unveils new soundbar as flagship product

13.04.2023

Registration figures of imported cars exceed the 3 million mark in South Korea

06.04.2023

Pledges for foreign direct investment in South Korea hit new high in 2022

30.03.2023

Beginning of petrochemical project by Hyundai E&C

23.03.2023

Luxury brands expand their range of products for children in South Korea

16.03.2023

Hankook tyre service collaborates with charging station provider

09.03.2023

SF Battery with 18-minute quick charge presented as global novelty

02.03.2023

SK E&S presents hydrogen-powered drone at CES

23.02.2023

SKC presented semiconductor and battery materials at CES

16.02.2023

Lotte Chemical joins hands with RWE and Mitsubishi to embark on an ammonia venture

09.02.2023

LG and Magna strengthen cooperation for autonomous driving solutions

02.02.2023

SK Innovation showcases battery and plastics recycling technologies at CES

26.01.2023

Rising car sales figures in December 2022

19.01.2023

Hydrolux develops new storage method for hydrogen

12.01.2023

Samsung Electronics plans factories without workers due to labour shortage

05.01.2023

South Korea tests hydrogen as domestic fuel for heating and cooking

29.12.2022

Korean Authorities Closed During New Year

22.12.2022

Lotte and Hyundai Motor Group to work together to expand EV charging infrastructure in the future

16.12.2022

Hyundai Motor expands power supply with solar cells at Ulsan plant

08.12.2022

South Korea plans to surpass China’s EV battery industry

01.12.2022

LG Electronics accelerates expansion of its logistics robotics division

17.11.2022

New hydrogen extractor delivered by Hyundai Rotem

11.11.2022

MPR at the Expert Forum Future Battery 2022 on November 3rd and 4th in Berlin

08.11.2022

Bottlenecks in South Korea show importance of foreign machine component imports

04.11.2022

South Korea reduces import tariffs on certain products to fight inflation

27.10.2022

Samsung and LG expand TV features to include cloud-based games

20.10.2022

LG Chem invests about 400 million US dollars in ABS plastics production

13.10.2022

Northvolt develops cylindrical cell type 2170

06.10.2022

Samsung works on the next generation of storage media

29.09.2022

Popularity of imported luxury vehicles on the rise in both South Korea and Japan

22.09.2022

Team Event 2022 for MPR International in Frankfurt

16.09.2022

Machinery manufacturer SFA plans to expand business beyond screens

08.09.2022

Coway introduces new Icon Water Purifier 2 water filter

01.09.2022

Two “green” business units of South Korea’s SK begin collaboration with overseas firms

25.08.2022

International Hydrogen Consortium under Korean leadership begins work

18.08.2022

Hyundai Engineering announces strategic roadmap for SMR reactors and hydrogen generation

12.08.2022

Well-known South Korean companies present innovative technologies at World IT Show

04.08.2022

Lotte Chemical to invest around US$7.68 billion in hydrogen and battery materials by 2030

28.07.2022

More than 20 million OLED TVs shipped – Technology becomes standard for premium sets

21.07.2022

Samsung and LG expand home appliances with features for pet owners

14.07.2022

Update of the “Special Law on the Safety of Children’s Products” in Korea

07.07.2022

Samsung SDI begins construction of the world’s first pilot plant to produce solid-state batteries

30.06.2022

Germany’s Merck plans to manufacture semiconductor materials in South Korea

23.06.2022

Hyosung expands production of carbon fibers for hydrogen tanks

17.06.2022

POSCO to build largest plant for production of battery electrolyte

09.06.2022

Kia plans to build new plant in South Korea for purpose-built vehicles

02.06.2022

US-Korean renewable energy and digital infrastructure joint venture established

27.05.2022

Hyundai Motor introduces first garbage truck with hydrogen engine

19.05.2022

Introduction to “Technical Certifications in China, India, Korea”

13.05.2022

The company Korea Zinc plans to double the production of raw materials for batteries

12.05.2022

Sustainable fossil fuel production becomes necessary for South Korean oil refinery operators

05.05.2022

LG Energy Solution expands battery production in Korea and China

28.04.2022

Hyundai Engineering plans to produce hydrogen from plastic waste

21.04.2022

Small excavator from Doosan Bobcat unveiled with transparent OLED display from LG

14.04.2022

Massage chair manufacturer Bodyfriend was in the spotlight at CES 2022

07.04.2022

POSCO brings neon gas production and related technology to South Korea

31.03.2022

Groundbreaking ceremony for new LG Chem cathode material plant in Gumi, South Korea

24.03.2022

Hyundai Oilbank plans to build new power plant powered by natural gas and hydrogen

17.03.2022

Doosan Robotics sets sights on US$10 billion “cobot” market

10.03.2022

Hyundai Motor works on new car developed exclusively in virtual space

03.03.2022

South Korea still heavily dependent on wind turbine imports

24.02.2022

Gas supplier KOGAS plans transformation into hydrogen technology provider

17.02.2022

LG and Samsung develop EV batteries without cobalt

10.02.2022

Hyundai Mobis invests 1.09 billion US dollars in further fuel cell factories

03.02.2022

South Korean autonomous driving startup 42dot valued at 434 million US dollars

27.01.2022

SK E&S promote logistics business based on hydrogen-powered drones

20.01.2022

GM South Korea to play a more important role within the group

13.01.2022

Hyundai Mobis develops wheels that can turn 90 degrees

06.01.2022

Doosan announces fuel cell collaboration with SK Energy

30.12.2021

Korean Authorities Closed During New Year

23.12.2021

Successful Conclusion of 2021

16.12.2021

SK Group to invest around 12 billion US dollars in “green” industries by 2025

09.12.2021

Sales of eco-cars in South Korea pass 200,000 mark

02.12.2021

South Korea still depends heavily on imported robot components

25.11.2021

Hyosung Group and Linde Korea to build hydrogen plant in Ulsan

18.11.2021

Coupang’s revenue up by more than 50 per cent

11.11.2021

LG Chem invests US$8.7 billion in batteries as well as renewable and biological materials

04.11.2021

Government approves trial of hydrogen-powered tram in South Korean city

28.10.2021

Foreign companies show interest in wind power in South Korea

21.10.2021

SK Global Chemical to build South Korea’s largest plastic recycling plant

14.10.2021

Successful participation in the virtual Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) in India

07.10.2021

Imports of luxury vehicles increase 74 percent year-on-year

30.09.2021

Korea’s LG Display invests $3 billion to double its OLED manufacturing capacity

23.09.2021

Korea introduces special laws for battery and chip industry

15.09.2021

New Regulations for wireless EV charging service approved

09.09.2021

KOGAS begins production of liquid hydrogen using cold energy from its liquefied natural gas plant

02.09.2021

SK Gas builds hydrogen production plant in Ulsan, investment amounts to several billion US dollars

26.08.2021

Hyundai and Kia report 42 percent increase in sales of their eco-friendly car models

19.08.2021

Korean companies venture into wind energy market

12.08.2021

Memory chip makers expect supercycle until 2023

05.08.2021

Korean new car sales in May: Model Y beats E-Class

29.07.2021

Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction pushes ahead with hydrogen gas turbine development

22.07.2021

Posco lays foundation stone for South Korea’s first lithium plant

15.07.2021

South Korea’s Lotte Chemical ventures into green hydrogen business

08.07.2021

Hyundai Motor awards car semiconductor production to Korean manufacturers

01.07.2021

South Korea’s Hanwa Group considers entry into semiconductor machinery business

24.06.2021

Manufacturing sector props up South Korean economy

17.06.2021

New car sales in Korea up 17 percent year-on-year in January

10.06.2021

South Korea’s shipbuilders remain global leaders

03.06.2021

Korea’s display manufacturers anticipate higher demand of OLED displays

27.05.2021

Korean retail sales up in spring

20.05.2021

Mercedes-Benz and BMW surpass minor Korean automakers

13.05.2021

Korean steel producers confident: Demand and prices on the rise

06.05.2021

New KC EMC Standards to become mandatory in May

29.04.2021

Hyundai and Kia boost expansion of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles

22.04.2021

Korean automotive industry on a solid recovery track

15.04.2021

South Korean Posco Group invests in the safety of its plants

08.04.2021

Posco Chemical builds 4th production facility for cathode base materials

01.04.2021

SK continues to invest large sums in the development of computer chips

26.03.2021

South Korea invests heavily in the development of self-driving cars

18.03.2021

South Korea unveils plans for the world’s largest offshore wind farm

11.03.2021

Exports of electric cars from South Korea increased sharply

04.03.2021

Samsung C&T unveils next-generation artificial intelligence in its smart home

26.02.2021

Korea’s government expands support for foreign companies

18.02.2021

South Korean Car Market Strong During Last Year

11.02.2021

SK E&C begins production of environmentally friendly fuel cells

04.02.2021

South Korean steel producer POSCO launches first environmentally friendly free-cutting steel

28.01.2021

LG Chem produces new type of battery for Tesla’s electric cars

21.01.2021

Everyday objects with OLED displays move a step closer

14.01.2021

South Korean telecommunications companies reduce dependence on their core business

07.01.2021

LG Chem further expands its leading position in the global automotive battery market

31.12.2020

Rising vehicle imports in South Korea despite Covid 19 pandemic

23.12.2020

Doosan Logistics Solutions markets Geek+ robots for Korean distribution centers

17.12.2020

Korean chip maker SK Hynix expects to triple sales by 2025

10.12.2020

Hyundai Motor exports first fuel cell system to Europe

03.12.2020

Chemical companies work on environmentally friendly “green” plastics

26.11.2020

Hyundai Group sold 350,000 “green” vehicles in 2019

19.11.2020

KGS Becomes First IECEx Approved Certification Body under Service Facility Scheme in Asia

12.11.2020

South Korean companies leading in hydrogen technology for transportation

05.11.2020

South Korea strengthens international cooperation in research for future technologies

29.10.2020

LG founds global alliance to research new materials using artificial intelligence

22.10.2020

LG Uplus plans introduction of autonomous robot next year

15.10.2020

Korean battery manufacturers showed mixed reactions to Tesla’s new product

08.10.2020

LG Chem invests in battery joint venture with GM

01.10.2020

German company receives license for LG’s vacuum cleaner robot

24.09.2020

KT introduces new services for automated warehouses

17.09.2020

Rising demand lifts mood among Korea’s semiconductor manufacturers

10.09.2020

Tesla leading in electric vehicle sales in South Korea

03.09.2020

Electronics industry prepares for growing demand

27.08.2020

South Korea’s industry makes headway in electric vehicle batteries

03.08.2020

Simplified approval process for chemicals to ensure better supply

01.07.2020

KT acquires stake from Hyundai’s robotics division

24.06.2020

Hyosung builds world’s largest liquid hydrogen plant in Korea

17.06.2020

LG Chem and SK Innovation expand their market shares in automotive batteries

10.06.2020

Rising sales figures in Korea for imported vehicles

03.06.2020

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