Strengthening local technology development and accelerating commercialization have become key priorities across the manufacturing sector. Against this backdrop, Gumi City and the Gumi Electronics & Information Technology Research Institute have delivered tangible results through the “Core Components and Materials Technology Development Support Program,” demonstrating how applied R&D can translate into measurable business growth.
The program supports regional companies in developing advanced components and materials, scaling production, and bringing new technologies to market. Instead of remaining at the research stage, projects are designed to move quickly toward mass production, sales expansion, and workforce growth, establishing a practical model for technology-driven industrial development in the region.
Across industries such as automotive, semiconductors, displays, medical devices, robotics, and urban air mobility, participating companies strengthened manufacturing capabilities and improved cost efficiency through locally developed technologies. In 2025, the companies reported combined revenue growth of approximately KRW 5.4 billion compared with the previous year, total sales exceeding KRW 140 billion, the creation of 33 new jobs, operating profit growth of KRW 6.4 billion, and the addition of 15 new business clients. These results highlight a virtuous cycle linking technology development, commercialization, revenue growth, and employment.
Several company cases illustrate the program’s impact. Needsfix developed an advanced fastening technology for automotive insulator brackets, securing large-volume orders while expanding production capacity and hiring. Jarvis and BRG introduced an integrated antenna module for connected and autonomous vehicle systems, achieving sales growth and expanding applications into defense and robotics, while also pursuing overseas partnerships. Seoil achieved world-class performance in transparent barrier films and entered collaborative projects with global companies. Jiwon Industry expanded exports and upgraded facilities through the development of high-performance thermal materials.
SeAH Mechanics advanced eco-friendly vehicle components and increased hiring following successful commercialization. Atoz demonstrated high-accuracy AI technologies for robotics and defense applications, supporting business expansion. SL Tech commercialized an intelligent drone station for wildfire response, achieving growth in both revenue and exports. Hyeongje Partner broadened domestic and overseas markets with electric mobility platforms for industrial and agricultural use. SY Tech recorded strong revenue and workforce growth through semiconductor process component development, while MediConnector secured investment and sales growth by developing advanced medical device materials.
The initiative is widely regarded as a field-oriented R&D model that effectively bridges technology development and market application. By linking research, production, sales, employment, and exports, the program has helped establish a sustainable growth framework for regional manufacturing and innovation.
Building on these outcomes, Gumi City plans to expand the program into AI-based advanced manufacturing beginning in 2026. Future support will focus on intelligent production systems that integrate automation, robotics, and data-driven processes, along with early-stage consulting for factory optimization and system design. The goal is to accelerate commercialization, enhance market responsiveness, and strengthen long-term industrial capacity among local small and medium-sized enterprises.
Source: Gumi City Office
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