Welcome to the Jeonnam-Gwangju hub in Europe
Jeonnam-Gwangju is located in the south west of the Korean peninsula, just across the Yellow Sea from China in the west and Japan in the South East. Our European office in Frankfurt, Germany supports partnerships and collaborations to open business opportunities between the EU and Jeonnam-Gwangju, Korea in various industries on three different levels: governmental, academic and industrial.
We aim to support businesses and institutions to meet potential partners. We are your middleman when it comes to entering the Asian economy via Jeonnam-Gwangju, South Korea. We support European companies in their next decisive step for their business in Asia by bridging the gap.
Please feel free to get in touch with us regarding an interesting project or your general interest, ideas or questions.
Latest News
- Jeonnam-Gwangju’s First Integrated Budget Prioritises AI, Semiconductors and Rural Communities
Jeonnam-Gwangju has proposed its first integrated annual budget for 2027, linking investment… - POSCO’s New Strategy Strengthens Gwangyang’s Role in Materials and Energy
POSCO Group is expanding beyond steel, with Gwangyang in Jeonnam-Gwangju playing an…Read More POSCO’s New Strategy Strengthens Gwangyang’s Role in Materials and Energy
- Jeonnam-Gwangju’s Industrial Belt Links Chips, Materials and Renewable Energy
Jeonnam-Gwangju is planning a three-zone industrial belt that would connect semiconductor and…Read More Jeonnam-Gwangju’s Industrial Belt Links Chips, Materials and Renewable Energy
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The Kitchen of Korea in Europe
Our brand new food catalog for 2026 is out!
Download it now to check out which of our amazing products are already available in Europe and connect your business to Jeonnam-Gwangju!
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Invest in Jeonnam-Gwangju
Jeonnam-Gwangju combines established strengths in steel, chemicals, shipbuilding and food production with opportunities in battery materials, renewable energy and space technology. Its industrial locations, port infrastructure and research organisations offer starting points for European companies exploring investment and business cooperation.
Current developments include Gwangyang Bay’s secondary-battery specialised zone, offshore-wind projects around Shinan, and Goheung’s planned space-launch industrial complex. In Naju, Bitgaram Energy Valley and KENTECH connect energy businesses with research and education.
The right location depends on your sector, infrastructure requirements and timetable. Contact the Jeonnam-Gwangju Europe Office to explore relevant projects, potential partners and site-specific conditions.
Further Information
The Kitchen of Korea
Jeonnam-Gwangju ranks 1st in Korea in the production of eco-friendly and organic agricultural products, the province covers 60 % of the national agricultural land, which uses no pesticides.
Under the slogan The Kitchen of Korea over 60 different food products will be made available in Europe through Amazon in the upcoming months.
Check out Jeonnam-Gwangju ‘s delicious products!
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