GS GLOBAL

GS Global opened Korea’s first and biggest PDI center for automobiles import in Incheon as a part of the business diversification plan.
The PDI center later was relocated to Pyeongtaek in 2011. In 2008, GS Global newly entered into the Leisure Sports business by selling various types of bicycles.

In addition to the 100 Million Dollar Export Tower Prize in 1975 and 1 Billion Dollar Export Tower Prize in 1982, GS Global was awarded with the 2 Billion Dollar Export Tower Prize in 1991.

As a general trading company, GS Global not only strived in exports, but also began to develop foreign natural resources in full-fledge.
The company has provided coal from China, Indonesia, Russia and Australia to domestic customers.

GS Global Japan Corporation made equipment investments to construct cement distribution network base in Japan.
Consequently, GS Global now operates 3 cement silos in Japan, supplying high-quality cement to Japanese customers.

Recognizing the potentials of Chinese market since the 1980s, GS Global initiated indirect trading with China via GS Global Hong Kong Corporation.
The Company established the Beijing Office (1991), Guangzhou Office (1993), Shanghai Office (1993) and Dalian Office (1993), solidifying its position as a pioneer in the Chinese markets.
Specifically, Beijing and Shanghai offices each accomplished exports over $100 million dollars within the first five years of its establishment.

GS Global listed its shares on the stock exchange in June 1976.

GS Global was designated as Korea’s 2nd General Trading Company and played a significant role in developing the national economy.

GS Global was awarded with the Gold Tower Order of Industrial Service Merit in November 1972.

In 1964, GS Global opened its first overseas office in Tokyo, Japan.
The company consecutively opened its international offices in New York and Jakarta, further expanding its global network.
The Tokyo and New York Offices were later converted to GS Global Japan Corporation (1977) and GS Global U.S.A. Inc. (1973).

In 1954, Kumsung Industry Corporation was established as a company specialized in international import and export.
The company was first located at 63, 2-ga, Jeodong, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea.
Kumsung Industry changed its name to Ssangyong in 1975, and maintained the name until its integration into GS Group in 2009.