As 'K-Joseon Mecca' Geoje's Order News Continues... 'ePyeonhansesang Geoje Euro Sky' Commercial Area Sees Positive Momentum

As the domestic shipbuilding industry actively secures orders centered on high value-added vessels such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, it is leading to heightened expectations for Geoje, Gyeongnam, known as the mecca of K-shipbuilding.

According to data from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Korea's ship export value in the first half of this year recorded $9.29 billion, an 11.9% increase compared to the same period last year. This is the result of improved order performance since 2021 translating into production, along with the reflection of higher ship prices at the time of ordering.

In particular, the Ministry analyzed data from Clarkson Research, a shipbuilding and shipping market analysis agency, and announced that Korea's ship orders accounted for 29% of global orders in the first half of this year. With steady progress in high value-added and eco-friendly vessels, they occupied 61% and 50% of global orders respectively, maintaining the world's number one position. Especially, LNG carriers took 87% of the orders, securing an overwhelming first place.

As the shipbuilding industry enters a boom phase, the government is directly stepping in to supplement manpower. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Ministry of Justice have deployed a total of about 10,000 production workers to domestic shipbuilding projects by the first half of this year, stating that based on this pilot operation, the system will be expanded and full support will be provided in the future. This is expected to not only ease the manpower shortage but also contribute to revitalizing the local economy, creating favorable winds.

With the resurgence of Korea's shipbuilding industry, the real estate market atmosphere in Geoje, Gyeongnam, especially around Gohyeon-dong where Samsung Heavy Industries is located, has also heated up significantly.

In particular, Big Island, called the "Geoje version of Marine City," is accelerating its development in Gohyeon-dong, and with the expansion of transportation networks such as the new Gadukdo Airport and the Southern Inland Railway becoming increasingly visible, expectations for Geoje have never been higher.

Meanwhile, the commercial facility ‘e-Pyeonhansesang Geoje Euro Sky,’ which has secured the central commercial area of Big Island, is also attracting attention. It is being developed in Gohyeon-dong, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, with a supply area of 5,763㎡ and a total of 47 units.

This commercial complex is currently conducting sales for some units and leasing for all units, and is excellently located at the very center of Big Island’s main street.

Additionally, there is abundant demand in the surrounding area. Besides the 2,162 households in the e-Pyeonhansesang brand town, many residential complexes are planned nearby. Furthermore, with plans for tourism facilities such as a marina and passenger terminal on the third phase site of Big Island, tourist demand visiting this area is expected to increase, securing a large floating population.

Financial benefits are also provided, guaranteeing a 5% annual return for a certain period after completion to the commercial unit buyers. This not only alleviates concerns about vacancies in the early stages for buyers but also allows DL E&C to directly contribute to forming the commercial district, which is expected to lead to rapid commercial activation.

An official from a real estate agency said, “As e-Pyeonhansesang Geoje Euro Island enters its second year of occupancy and Euro Sky is set to move in this November, the residential demand has solidified, leading to a significant increase in those wishing to purchase or lease commercial units. Everyone who visits cites the recent boom in the shipbuilding industry as a key factor in their investment decision.”

There is a sales and leasing information center operating for the commercial units within the e-Pyeonhansesang Geoje Euro Sky complex.

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