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GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) participated in the "FSB 2025 (International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities)," the world's largest sports and leisure facility exhibition, held in Cologne, Germany from October 28th to 31st. This exhibition, featuring 575 companies from 46 countries and attracting approximately 30,000 visitors, highlighted the future direction of the global sports and leisure infrastructure industry with key themes such as sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital solutions. At its booth, GSTG showcased a variety of products, including artificial turf, hybrid turf (Cabaron, HERO), and golf mats. High-performance artificial turf made with eco-friendly yarn and recyclable materials, as well as products with durable, low-fill systems, garnered significant attention in the European market. These products received favorable reviews from many European buyers for meeting quality, technological prowess, and environmental standards. Hybrid grass for sports fields and golf courses, which has garnered particular attention, is designed with a 20mm-thick sand layer to ensure compatibility with existing natural grass and turf. It possesses the same functionality and texture as natural grass, while also being resistant to external impacts, resulting in a natural course presentation and high durability. During the exhibition, GST established a network with approximately 60 new buyers, and continues to maintain positive communication with buyers from various countries, including Europe, the Middle East, and the US, even after the event. GST Director Lee Seong-min stated, "Through this exhibition, we achieved meaningful results by strengthening our brand awareness and technological competitiveness in the global market and expanding new partnership opportunities." Meanwhile, GST has completed the development of eco-friendly, high-performance artificial turf products and plans to focus on global commercialization and market expansion. GST also plans to continuously expand its global buyer network, including those in Europe, the Middle East, and the US, and continue to introduce innovative products through relentless R&D.]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 01:13:31 +0000 | 골프산업신문 | (주)지에스티지 (대표이사 이효상)는 지난 10월28일부터 31일까지 독일 쾰른에서 열린 세계 최대 규모의 스포츠·레저시설 박람회인 ‘FSB 2025(International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities)’에 참가했다. 이번 전시회는 46개국 575개 기업이 참가하고 약 3만여명의 관람객이 다녀가 지속가능성,에너지 효율, 디지털 솔루션을 핵심 주제로 전세계 스포츠 및 레저 인프라 산업의 방향을 제시했다. 지에스티지는 전시부스에서 인조잔디, 하이브리드잔디(카바론, HERO), 골프매트 등 다양한 제품을 선보였다. 특히 친환경 원사와 재활용 가능한 소재를 적용한 고기능 인조잔디와 내구성·저충진 시스템을 갖춘 제품들이 유럽 시장에서 높은 관심을 받았다. 이들 제품은 품질과 기술력, 환경 기준을 동시에 만족시킨다는 점에서 많은 유럽 바이어들로부터 좋은 평가를 받았다. 특히 주목받은 스포츠구장및 골프장용 하이브리드 잔디는 기존 천연잔디 및 뗏장과 호환적용이 되도록 모래층 20mm 두께로 설계됐다. 천연잔디와 동일한 기능 및 질감을 가지면서도 외부 충격에 강해 자연스러운 코스 연출과 높은 내구성을 지닌다. 지에스티지는 전시 기간 동안 약 60여개 신규 바이어와 네트워크를 형성했으며, 전시회 이후에도 유럽, 중동, 미국 등 여러 국가 바이어들과 지속적이고 긍정적인 소통을 이어가고있다. 지에스티지 이성민 실장은 “이번 전시를 통해 글로벌 시장에서 브랜드 인지도와 기술 경쟁력을 강화하고, 새로운 협력 기회를 확대하는 의미 있는 성과를 거두었다”고 말했다. 한편 지에스티지는 친환경·고기능 인조잔디제품 개발을 완료했으며, 앞으로 이러한 제품의 글로벌 상용화와 시장 확산에 집중할 계획이다. 또 유럽, 중동, 미국 등 전 세계 바이어 네트워크를 지속적으로 확대하고, 끊임없는 연구개발을 통해 혁신적인 제품을 지속적으로 선보인다는 방침이다.]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:36:34 +0000 GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) won the ‘3 Million Dollar Export Tower’ award from the Korea International Trade Association and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. The photo shows Lee Seong-min, GSTG Overseas Marketing Director, holding up the award plaque. GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang), an artificial turf specialist, won the ‘3 Million Dollar Export Tower’ award from the Korea International Trade Association and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy at the ‘61st Trade Day’ commemorative awards ceremony held on December 5. Founded in 1994, GSTG is a company that specializes in producing and supplying artificial turf for landscaping and sports, hybrid turf, golf mats, and bunker lawns, and has been continuously recognized for its quality in domestic and international markets. In particular, the HERO hybrid turf developed in 2016 is being exported and used by approximately 50 prestigious professional soccer clubs around the world, including Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Brentford Stadium in Europe.]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:26:57 +0000 On the afternoon of the 11th, at the '2024 Gyeonggi Small Business Day' event held at the Ramada Plaza Suwon Hotel Grand Ballroom in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, key participants are cutting rice cakes. [Economic Daily] As small business owners in Gyeonggi-do close out the year, a festival of harmony and encouragement was held successfully to boost self-esteem and boost morale through a time for member exchange and awards for outstanding members. On the afternoon of the 11th, the '2024 Gyeonggi Small Business Day' event hosted by the Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Business Association (Chairman Lee Won-hae, hereinafter referred to as the Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Association) was held at the Ramada Plaza Suwon Hotel Grand Ballroom in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. On this day, the event was attended by approximately 200 people including heads of economic organizations in Gyeonggi Province, including Cho Hee-soo, head of the Gyeonggi Regional SMEs and Startups Agency, Jeong Dong-ho, head of the Gyeonggi Regional Headquarters of the SMEs and Startups Agency, Kim Gil-ah, head of the Corporate Growth Headquarters of the Gyeonggi Province Economic and Science Promotion Agency, Yoo Ji-heung, head of the Gyeonggi Regional Headquarters of the Korea Federation of SMEs, Kwon Won-jeong, head of the Gyeonggi Sales Headquarters of the Korea Credit Guarantee Fund, Jang Jeong-seok, head of the Gyeonggi Regional Headquarters of the Bank of Korea, Lee Bo-yeon, head of the Gyeonggi-In Regional Headquarters of the Korea Human Resources Development Institute for Industry, Yeom Jong-ho, director of the Gyeonggi Credit Guarantee Foundation, and Kwon Bok-hwa, chairman of the Gyeonggi Venture Business Association, as well as executives and representatives of member companies of the association. On the afternoon of the 11th, Lee Won-hae, Chairman of the Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Business Association, is giving a speech at the ‘2024 Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Day’ event held at the Grand Ballroom of Ramada Plaza Suwon Hotel in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. Chairman Lee Won-hae said through a congratulatory message, “Due to the rise in raw material prices and exchange rates, companies’ profitability is decreasing day by day, and difficulties are increasing due to the decrease in sales caused by the domestic economic downturn and the increase in financial procurement costs.” Chairman Lee emphasized, “Additional difficulties are expected due to the protectionist policies that the new U.S. president will implement, and due to the recent chaotic domestic situation, our small and medium-sized businesses are literally competing for survival in a fog where they cannot predict even an inch ahead.” He then appealed, “I earnestly ask the heads of related organizations who are here with us today to continue to support and show interest in establishing customized policies for our small and medium-sized businesses.” On the afternoon of the 11th, Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Administration Director Cho Hee-soo is giving a congratulatory speech at the '2024 Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Day' event held at the Ramada Plaza Suwon Hotel Grand Ballroom in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. In his congratulatory speech, Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Administration Director Cho Hee-soo said, "Looking back on this year, there were many challenges to our economy," and added, "Externally, the global economic uncertainty increased as the US-China global hegemony competition continued, and domestically, the situation was not easy as consumer sentiment did not recover due to high prices and high interest rates after COVID-19." Director Cho said, "Nevertheless, thanks to the efforts of small and medium-sized business owners, exports are gradually recovering, and as of October, they grew by about 5.4% compared to the same period last year. Per capita GDP also seems to be growing little by little, as it has surpassed Japan for two consecutive years." He continued, “We are working to create and continue to support appropriate measures and policies for the growth of entrepreneurs and their leap forward as global companies, such as ▲building a ladder for corporate growth ▲plans to leap forward into advanced venture investment markets ▲support measures for small business owners and self-employed individuals.” He added, “The budget for small and medium-sized enterprises next year, which passed the National Assembly today, has increased by 2.3% year-on-year to 15.3 trillion won. I hope you will make good use of this support program and grow.” Attendees are taking a commemorative photo at the '2024 Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Day' event held at the Grand Ballroom of Ramada Plaza Suwon Hotel in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province on the afternoon of the 11th. At the 2024 Gyeonggi Small and Medium Business Day exemplary businessperson merit award ceremony held on site on this day (alphabetical order of award recipients) ◆Prime Minister's Award (1 person) △Kim Yoon-ki, CEO of Hangil Tech Medical (award for meritorious service in balanced development of regional industries) ◆Minister of SMEs and Startups Award (5 people) △Park Ye-jin, CEO of Sambotech △Yang Jeong-ae, CEO of Dongshin Package △Lee Dae-sik, CEO of Myeongshin Elevator △Lee Jung-ho, CEO of Shinyang Mecatec △Hwang Chang-yoon, CEO of SMA ◆Gyeonggi Province Governor's Award (9 people) △Kang Su-jeong, CEO of Camping Inners △Kim Gwang-il, CEO of Seogwang Machinery △Kim Seong-jun, CEO of Daesung Hitech △Kim Tae-yong, CEO of NS Tech △Kim Hyeon-su, CEO of DRS △Park Jong-gi, CEO of Sehyun Park △Lee Go-hee, CEO of Hanju KM △Lee Seon-guk Danjang Co., Ltd. CEO △Jeong Hoe-nam, Taejin Tech Co., Ltd. CEO ◆Gyeonggi Regional SMEs and Startups Administration Director's Commendation (10 people) △Kim Sang-in, Yamujin Planning CEO △Byeon Jong-won, Wellwise Co., Ltd. CEO △Yang Cheol-geun, SKFM Co., Ltd. CEO △Lee Moon-seok, MSN Korea Co., Ltd. CEO △Yoon Seon-ae, Happy Story CEO △Yoon Seon-eop, Seowon Export Packaging Co., Ltd. CEO △Yoon Seong-bo, Hanyoung Co., Ltd. CEO △Yoon Su-jeong, Viable CEO △Lee Seong-woo, Jeonhyang Industry Co., Ltd. CEO △Jang Hong-seok, Connect Brick Co., Ltd. CEO ◆SMEs and Startups Agency Chairman's Commendation (4 people) △Kim Yong-tae, Maxinocean Co., Ltd. CEO △Kim Tae-gyun, Korea Packaging CEO △In Cheong-sik, Seongwon Co., Ltd. CEO △Choi Bok-sik, Haegeumgang Fisheries Co., Ltd. CEO ◆Gyeonggi Province Economic and Science Promotion Agency Director's Commendation (4 people) △Park Jeong-sil, Hive System Co., Ltd. CEO △Yang Yeong-je Representative of Automobile and People △Lee Gyu-seok, CEO of LNS △Han Sang-cheol, CEO of Rican ◆Gyeonggi Credit Guarantee Foundation Chairman's Award (2 people) △Kim Dong-hyeon, CEO of Hanla Shipping △Lee Il-su, CEO of World Ilsoo Insurance Agency ◆Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Business Association Chairman's Award (20 people) △Kim Nam-joong, CEO of Wootech △Kim Dong-tak, CEO of Cheongwoo Electronics △Kim Seong-eun, CEO of Pureun Tax Accounting Consulting △Kim Wan-tae, CEO of DY Company △Kim Eun-young, CEO of Yogur Protein △Kim Hyeon-ji, CEO of Haramun Cosmetics △Son Yang-soo, CEO of Yuil Tech △Shin Su-jin, CEO of Neulgoyoo Cosmetics △Shin Dae-cheol, CEO of Shingang Trading △Ahn Tae-soon, CEO of Dawon Tax Law Firm △Oh Su-young, CEO of YMTech △Yukil Refrigeration CEO Yoo Yeong-mun △Lee Ki-hwan, CEO of Hwaseong Packaging △Lee Sang-ho, CEO of Jeil Precision △Lee Seong-min, CEO of GSTG △Lee Yong-woon Wonil Industry CEO △ Jang Seon-ho, Dongyang CEO △ Jeong Chan-yeong, Jigutrade CEO △ Jo Deok-soo, DS Lab CEO △ Jo Cheol-ho, Dream Engineering CEO ◆ Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Business Association President Special Award (2 people) △ Lee Bok-soon, Gaon Joint Glass CEO △ Kang Gyeong-sik, FTA Center Director, etc. 57 people were awarded certificates of commendation. Before and after the event, soprano Park Hyo-joo performed and the Suwon Women's Choir performed, receiving enthusiastic applause from the attendees. Meanwhile, Gyeonggi Small and Medium Venture Business Association is an organization representing small and medium venture businesses in the Gyeonggi region. It conducts research on various pending issues related to small and medium venture businesses, accumulates related information and data, and conducts exchange activities among members to suggest the right direction and policy alternatives for solving problems, thereby contributing to fostering small and medium venture businesses prepared with global competitiveness.]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:25:10 +0000 GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) participated in the world's largest sports and leisure exhibition and promoted the excellence of domestic artificial and hybrid grass. GSTG, a domestic artificial grass specialist actively seeking to develop overseas markets, decorated a booth at the '2023 FSB & Aquanale' held at the Cologne Exhibition Center in Germany for four days from October 24 to 27 and promoted its products. It introduced hybrid grass Hero, which has been installed in stadiums of over 50 prestigious clubs at home and abroad, as well as artificial grass and mats that have gained great popularity at golf courses, and received great attention from buyers from around the world. This exhibition is a global exhibition that covers sports and leisure facilities and equipment, as well as sauna and swimming pool facilities, held every two years, and 450 companies from 40 countries, leading global companies in the field, participated. In Korea, 10 related companies including GSTG, artificial grass, flooring, spectator seats, and playground facilities participated.]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:20:45 +0000 24~27th Cologne Exhibition Center… Focus on social functions of leisure and sports facilities | 10 Korean companies exhibiting artificial grass, flooring, seating, and play facilities The international sports and leisure exhibition ‘FSB&aquanale’ will be held for four days from the 24th to the 27th of next month at the Cologne Exhibition Center in Germany. According to Rheinmesse (Kolnmesse Korea Office) on the 18th, ‘FSB’, held every other year, deals with sports and leisure facilities and equipment, while the concurrent event ‘Aquanale’ is an exhibition on sauna and swimming pool facilities. This year’s event focuses on social sustainability to maintain a healthy community. This is to revive the leisure and sports industry, which has been in a long slump due to a decrease in outdoor activities caused by the infectious disease outbreak and a surge in energy costs following the Russia-Ukraine War. Stephen Canbyshire, Chairman of the International Association of Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS), emphasized that “FSB 2023 will provide a springboard for the leisure and sports industry to take a leap forward,” and that “it will highlight the social functions that increase the centripetal force of local communities.” The ‘FSB 2023’ exhibition hall will expand the amusement facilities and public facilities exhibition hall to its largest scale ever. This is to increase the industry’s interest in park facilities and playground equipment as outdoor activities increase and the importance of parks grows. Playground facilities for children’s physical development and community-specific facilities will also be highlighted. ‘FSB 2023’ will feature 450 global leading companies from 40 countries in various fields, including amusement facilities, ice sports facilities, outdoor exercise equipment, and materials for sports centers. Major participating companies include EuroTramp, known for its trampolines; Konica and Polytan, leading companies in flooring for stadiums and sports facilities; Regupol, a manufacturer of elastic flooring; SMG Sports Machine Bau; Haro Hamburg Flooring; Kaiser & Kne, a company specializing in playground equipment with outstanding design and functionality; and Berliner Zylfabrik. Ten companies from Korea are participating, including Geumryong, Design Park Development, Samkwang N-Sitting, S-Build, Unitech System, GS Web, GST, Hosu Industry, Fine Chemical, and GSK. These companies specialize in artificial grass, flooring, seating, and playground equipment. 280 companies from 30 countries are participating in ‘Aquanale 2023’, including Fluidra and Niveco, leading companies in high-end swimming pool equipment materials; and Schmallenberger and Spec Pufen, a German pump manufacturer. The side events during the exhibition period include the IAKS Congress, the International Swimming Pool and Wellness Forum (ISWF), the Planner Forum, and the Marketplace Play & Exercise. The Planner Forum covers the latest trending sports that are rapidly changing in Korea, especially among the MZ generation, such as running crews, climbing, golf, tennis, and mountaineering. The Marketplace Play & Exercise is a side event that is being introduced for the first time this year. Through this event, playground facilities and innovative equipment for the future-oriented sports industry will be unveiled.]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:18:37 +0000 The Korea International Trade Association held the ‘60th Trade Day’ ceremony on the 5th at COEX in Samseong-dong, attended by 1,200 people including trade contributors, government officials, and heads of related organizations. The list of companies that received the Export Tower by amount is as follows. The Export Tower is selected based on export performance from July 1st of last year to June 30th of this year. This year, 1,704 companies received the Export Tower for export performance of over $1 million.]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:14:25 +0000 Golf Industry Newspaper 10th Anniversary | Selection of Leading Companies Related to Golf Courses | Focus on ‘Lists, Not Rankings’ by Sector Which companies are most active in the Korean golf course industry and have the greatest influence? To mark the 10th anniversary of its launch, this magazine selected the ‘50 Companies Leading the Korean Golf Course Industry’. This is to recognize and learn about the scale, diversity, and role of the commercial aspect of the golf course industry. The Korean golf course market is growing day by day, and as of 2023, there are approximately 600 golf courses (equivalent to 18 holes) in operation. In addition, a total of 15 golf courses (equivalent to 18 holes) opened nationwide this year, and construction is underway for 10 more golf courses with the goal of opening next year. There are approximately 20 sites where golf course construction is being newly promoted or under review. This selection of the ‘Top 50 Companies Leading the Golf Course Industry in Korea’ was planned with the purpose of widely publicizing and emphasizing the vitality, scale, and diversity of the golf course industry, which is one of the core fields of golf. In the past, there have been many cases in the golf industry of selecting famous golf courses or golf equipment-related products or brands, such as ‘Best Course’, ‘Top 10 Famous Courses’, and ‘Power Brands’. However, there was almost no data that could examine the companies that play the most important role in the industry related to golf courses. These companies are mainly related to golf course development and operation or course and facility management, and are not well known to golfers and the public, so they are not well known despite their large share in the entire golf industry. However, these companies are absolutely important to golf courses and golfers by helping them build golf courses and maintain high-quality courses. In particular, course management equipment and crop protection products help maintain healthy growth of grass, which is essential to golf courses, and an eco-friendly course. Accordingly, this magazine selected 50 companies related to the golf course industry and wanted to publicize the most leading and recognized companies in the industry. Companies related to the golf course industry were selected in categories such as golf course design, construction, supervision, course equipment, golf carts, irrigation systems, crop protection agents, materials, turf, landscaping, operations, course management outsourcing, sports lighting, IT, and membership. For the selection, this magazine presented the following criteria: △company size △recognition △influence △contribution to industry development △innovation △growth/performance △contribution to the golf industry. These top 50 companies are a list, not a ranking, and they are not companies ranked 1 to 50 in the domestic golf course industry, but 50 leading companies based on various selection criteria. This also includes the desire to support those who work harder than anyone else to develop golf in the golf course industry, which involves a wider range of businesses than any other sports industry. *Top 50 Companies Leading the Golf Course Industry in Korea Kyungnong, Golfzon CM, Kukje Intertrade, Greenit, Nuvo, Daedong Mobility, Daejung Golf, Deokin Industry, Deokchang, Dongseong Green, Mokwoo Research Institute, Musco Korea, BASF Korea, Best Green Tech, Vantrack Korea, Birae Industry, B&B K, Samoh Eco Green, Seowon Trading, Seongsan General Machinery, Songho Golf Design, Smart Score, Shinhan Illigation, Shinyang, Syngenta Korea, Arcwin, Evergreen Farm, Ace Engineering, Ace Membership, HP Holdings, Nview Korea, Orange Engineering, Woowon Construction, Wintergreen, Lee Jae ENC, Jongshin Trading, GST Global, Jinwoo Eltec, Taesung Green Industry, Taehwa S&G, Techno Green, Toe Green, Farm Han Nong, Porim, Plus Zone, Korea Industrial Trading, Korea Samgong, Hansol, Hanul Sports Turf. - Alphabetical order]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:11:49 +0000 GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) was established in 1994 and has been developing and supplying over 50 types of artificial grass products to meet various market demands, including artificial grass for golf courses. It has its headquarters and factories 1-3 in Paju, Gyeonggi-do, and provides one-stop services in the field from product development to raw material production, post-processing, and finished product production. It is evaluated that it has succeeded in branding artificial grass by making several products a hit with its solid self-developed technology. The new concept composite artificial grass Kabalon is the biggest hit and is widely used in concentrated pressure areas of golf courses and has received favorable reviews. In 2015, it launched the global quality patented hybrid grass Hero and has installed it in over 50 prestigious domestic and international sports stadiums. In addition, it produces various artificial grass and mats, such as bunker solutions Bunkerron, Turfcard, and insulation mats.]]> Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:53:29 +0000 The 2nd Sports Advancement Career Job Fair will be held at Jamsil Student Gymnasium for two days starting September 1. Hosted by Kyunghyang Shinmun and Sports Kyunghyang, this event will be attended by approximately 50 organizations including 16 universities, 20 institutions and groups, and 14 companies. The Sports Advancement Career Job Fair aims to provide information on advancement, career, employment, and job creation related to sports, build networks between sports companies and related organizations, and exhibit and promote sports science products. This year, the theme is 'Starting from Sports and Pioneering the Path to Sports (by Yourself)'. For inquiries, contact Kyunghyang Shinmun Cultural Affairs Department (02-3701-1603). <List of participating universities, institutions, and companies> ■ College of Physical Education admissions counseling △Digital Seoul Culture and Arts University, Department of Social Physical Education △Daerim University, Department of Sports Rehabilitation △Korea University, Department of International Sports △Dankook University △Sungkyunkwan University △Konkuk University △Dongguk University △Yonsei University △Korea National Sport University Sports Analysis Center △Hannan University △Korea National Open University △Mokpo National University ■ College admissions counseling related to special sports △Baekseok University △Korea National Sport University △Yongin University △Nazareth University ■ Organizations and groups △Korea Sports Council △Korea Sports Promotion Foundation △Korea Paralympic Committee △Korea Institute of Sports Policy and Science △Korea Football Association △Korea Professional Sports Association (professional baseball, professional soccer, professional basketball, professional volleyball, professional golf) △Korea University Sports Council (KUSF) △Korea Anti-Doping Agency (KADA) △Sports Safety Foundation △International Sports Strategy Committee (ISF) △R-KATA (Korea Athlete Trainer Association) △Korea Sports Agents Association △Gyeonggi Sports Council △Korea Sports Industry Association △Sports Ethics Center △e-Sports Advancement and Career Counseling △School Sports Promotion Association ■ Companies △Korea Construction Living Environment Testing & Research Institute (KCL, verification of sports-related equipment, products, and materials) △I-Pool (children's sports) △InBody (body composition analysis) △Fitrix (customized digital health care) △PlayDidim (AR·VR exercise equipment) △Sports2i (sports data collection and management·solution service) △Pixelscope (table tennis unmanned broadcast system) △GSTG (artificial turf·composite turf) △Sportizen (sports marketing·e-sports) △TREK (bicycle) △KSA Korea Student Athlete Academy (US university admission consulting) △EduGun (visible light pistol shooting) △Sidas (customized insole) △Team Twelve (soccer content and marketing) △Vector Bio (providing biomechanics solutions)]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:56:22 +0000 The high-quality composite grass and artificial grass of GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) are gaining popularity in domestic and international markets. As GSTG’s representative product, the composite artificial grass ‘Cabaron’ cannot be left out. It has been a steady seller that has been loved for over 10 years since its release, and it is a hit product that has been well-received especially when used in golf course intensive pressure areas. In 2015, the company developed ‘HERO HYBRID (Patent: 10-1939139)’, a composite grass (95% natural grass, 5% artificial grass) that boasts the world’s highest quality, and has been recognized for its superior quality by installing it in about 50 prestigious overseas clubs, including Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Brentford Stadium. In addition, it was installed in Sangam World Cup Stadium in Seoul for the first time in Korea last year. Hybrid grass for golf courses Natural grass life expectancy 4 times longer···Natural beauty strength The new product that is drawing attention, the hybrid grass for golf courses, is designed with a 20mm thick sand layer to be compatible with existing natural grass and turf fields. If natural grass is damaged by concentrated pressure, it can be moved to a spare field to recover the natural grass, and this process allows for semi-permanent use. It has the same function and texture as natural grass, but is resistant to external impacts, providing natural course presentation and high durability. It can be applied to concentrated pressure areas or teeing areas on courses, and has an expected life expectancy of about 4 times longer than areas made only of natural grass. Free tee mat Soft tee holder·Excellent durability Free tee mat is a product specialized for teeing areas where artificial mats are most commonly used. It is designed with a Russell weaving method that does not lose its shape even with golfers' strong downward swings. You can put the tee in smoothly and naturally, and the cushioning effect of the 32mm high-density grass absorbs shock and prevents injuries. You can order the size according to the characteristics of the golf course. Bunker Lawn · Riveted Bunker Solution Prevents bunker sand loss and maintains long life Bunker Lawn, developed to prevent sand loss from bunkers, has smooth drainage and sand layer stabilization effects during rain, and minimizes bunker sand loss even during heavy rain. Riveted bunkers (aka jar bunkers), which are difficult to manage, can be constructed using artificial grass instead of piling up natural grass, and can be manufactured to be used as event holes. The Riveted Bunker Solution has strong durability against hits from golf balls, and golfers can have a new and exciting golf experience while going over high slopes. With an expected lifespan of more than 10 years, it can be used for a long time after construction, and is receiving great response from prestigious golf courses. Tough Guard Hexagonal honeycomb structure, best grass protection ability Using EVA material that is resistant to temperature, pressure, and wear, it protects the grass more efficiently. It also has excellent resilience that allows natural grass to return to its original state when the mat is removed. The hexagonal honeycomb structure provides excellent stability, and the large hole size provides sufficient grass vegetation space. It shows excellent grass protection ability with protrusions and circular support for load distribution. Insulation Mat Specialized in protecting natural grass in winter The insulation mat protects natural grass around the fairway and golfers' walkways in winter. It is a new product with excellent durability and similar to natural grass with a strong double-structured tissue. It is designed to allow natural grass to grow sufficiently with excellent drainage and ventilation effects. In particular, the product is lightweight, making it easy to move and install, and its excellent heat retention protects natural grass in winter. Cabaron The best eco-friendly solution for compacted areas A honeycomb-like artificial grass on top of natural grass, used on walkways and areas of concentrated compaction to protect the grass from external impact. Compared to existing artificial grass, it has a flexible structure that allows for smooth expression of course undulations, and can create a very natural and green landscape.]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:49:03 +0000 Golf Course-Specific Artificial Grass/Mat Industry Leader, Natural 60~70%·Artificial 30~40% Composite Grass Coming Soon GSTG Co., Ltd., a specialized artificial grass company, specializes in developing and producing golf course products and solutions, and is leading the industry by making several products a hit. In particular, it has developed a composite grass that will make course management easier and is scheduled to be released in the spring of 2023. GSTG Co., Ltd.'s high-quality composite grass and artificial grass are gaining popularity in domestic and international markets. GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang), a specialized artificial grass company, was established in 1994 and has specialized in developing and producing products and solutions in the field for 28 years. It has successfully branded artificial grass and has led the industry by making several products a hit. GSTG Co., Ltd.'s representative product is the composite artificial grass 'Cabaron'. It has been a steady seller that has been loved for over 10 years since its release, and it is a hit product that has been well-received, especially when used a lot on golf course intensive pressure areas. In 2015, the company developed the ‘HERO HYBRID (Patent: 10-1939139)’, a composite grass (95% natural grass, 5% artificial grass) that boasts the world’s highest quality, and has been recognized for its quality by installing it in about 50 prestigious overseas clubs, including Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Brentford Stadium. In addition, it was installed in Sangam World Cup Stadium in Seoul for the first time in Korea last year. A product for greenkeepers is also scheduled to be released soon. The company has developed a composite grass (60-70% natural grass, 30-40% artificial grass) that will make course management easier, and is currently undergoing test cultivation and field testing at the Yeoju Farm in Gyeonggi Province, and is expected to release it in the spring of 2023. In addition, GSTG has developed various types of artificial mats such as stance mats and tee mats and supplied them to many golf courses, supporting golf course sales and course management, and is also well-received by golfers. The main products of GSTG that are well-received by golf courses are as follows. Hybrid grass for golf courses Expected lifespan 4 times that of natural grass···Strength of natural beauty The notable new product, hybrid grass for golf courses, is designed with a 20mm thick sand layer to be compatible with existing natural grass and turf fields. If natural grass is damaged by concentrated pressure, it can be moved to a spare field to restore the natural grass, and this process allows for semi-permanent use. It has the same function and texture as natural grass, but is resistant to external impacts, allowing for natural course presentation and high durability. It can be applied to concentrated pressure areas or teeing areas of courses, and has an expected lifespan of about 4 times that of areas made only of natural grass. High-density tee mat Soft tee holder·Excellent durability This is a product specialized for teeing areas where artificial mats are most commonly used. Made of nylon material, it has excellent durability and allows for soft and natural tee placement. Another advantage is that it is easy to construct as a roll type. Bunker Lawn·Riveted Bunker Solution Prevents bunker sand loss·Creates long-life bunkers Developed to prevent sand loss from bunkers, Bunker Lawn has smooth drainage and sand layer stabilization effects during rain, and minimizes bunker sand loss even in heavy rain. Riveted bunkers (aka jar bunkers), which are difficult to manage, can be constructed using artificial grass instead of piling up natural grass, and can be manufactured to be used as event holes. Riveted bunker solutions have strong durability against hits from golf balls, and golfers can have a new and exciting golf experience while going over high slopes. With an expected lifespan of over 10 years, it can be used for a long time after construction, and is well-received even by prestigious golf courses. Turf Guard Hexagonal honeycomb structure, the best grass protection ability and efficiency Using EVA material that is resistant to temperature, pressure, and wear, it protects the grass more efficiently. It also has excellent resilience, allowing natural grass to return to its original state when the mat is removed. The hexagonal honeycomb structure provides excellent stability, and the large hole size provides ample space for grass growth. It shows excellent ability to protect grass with protrusions and circular supporters for load distribution. Cabaron The best solution for pressure areas···Eco-friendliness GSTG's best hit product is artificial grass with a honeycomb mesh structure on top of natural grass, used on walkways and areas with high pressure to protect grass from external impact. It is ideal for golf courses and landscaping, and has the distinction of being able to be used in European countries with many restrictions on butadiene content, etc., by using an eco-friendly coating solution. Compared to existing artificial grass, it can smoothly express course undulations with its flexible structure and can create a very natural and green landscape. Another advantage of Kabalon is that it is easy to install and maintain. In the future, GSTG plans to actively pursue the fusion of natural grass and artificial grass and the development of related markets, focusing on composite grass. Composite grass is more eco-friendly than existing artificial grass and contains less chemicals due to its high proportion of natural grass. In addition, damaged grass can be restored or recycled as part of the redevelopment of the field after a game or practice at a sports field. The high proportion of natural grass is expected to increase user satisfaction by providing results that do not feel foreign in sensitive areas of the game, such as ball rolling or bounce, in addition to the presentation of the course or field. GSTG is continuously investing in the development of artificial grass-related technologies, such as obtaining domestic and international quality certifications such as FIFA and FIH. As a result, high-quality products ranging from Kabalon to composite grass have been released, and the company plans to spare no investment and effort for new leaps forward in the future. Interest in new concept grasses applied to sports fields such as composite grass has increased due to events such as the Olympics and the World Cup, and composite grasses that combine natural grass and artificial grass are expanding the relevant markets in which they can be applied. GSTG plans to actively target this expanded and activated market while also focusing on awareness and market development in sports industry-centered markets such as the US and Europe. As we have already supplied to many prestigious club fields, we expect that good reviews in the market will be a great help in conquering overseas markets. A GSTG official said, “Praise for our products continues from domestic golf courses to prestigious overseas club fields,” and “We will continue to develop technology and create high value-added products to expand our target market and provide products that satisfy more users.”]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:42:16 +0000 GSTG | Artificial Turf Specialist Manufacturer GSTG has won the ‘2022 Korea Consumer Satisfaction Index No. 1’ Customer Satisfaction Brand (Artificial Turf Specialist Company) category for the fourth consecutive year. The Korea Consumer Satisfaction Index No. 1 award was established to discover future-oriented companies by having consumers directly evaluate and recommend products and services in each field. GSTG is a specialized artificial turf manufacturer that is continuously developing products and striving for quality improvement. As a result, it received an eco-labeling certificate for artificial turf and a certificate of technology innovation type small and medium-sized enterprise (Inno-Biz) from the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. In addition, it installed its patented product, Hybrid (HERO) artificial turf, on school playgrounds and soccer fields. This year, it plans to expand its business to multi-purpose sports facilities such as school playgrounds through innovative products and excellent procurement product registration. A GSTG official said, “We were able to win first place in the Korea Consumer Satisfaction Index for four consecutive years as a result of our continuous efforts to communicate with consumers and provide better quality and better service,” adding, “We will work to strengthen our competitiveness to dominate not only the domestic market but also the global market.”]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:02:59 +0000 On December 5, 2019, GSTG Co., Ltd. received the "$1 Million Tower" award at the 56th Trade Day ceremony in recognition of its outstanding performance in the global market. This award recognizes GSTG Co., Ltd.'s contribution to the Korean export industry by achieving over $1 million in exports over the past year. Trade Day, co-hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korea International Trade Association, awards the "Export Tower" award to companies based on their export performance each year. GSTG Co., Ltd. has maintained steady growth in overseas markets based on its precision technology and quality competitiveness, and is recognized as a prime example of the potential of Korean small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand into the global market. A company representative stated, "This award is a testament to the hard work of all our employees and the trust of our customers. We will continue to contribute to the Korean export industry through continuous technological development and overseas market expansion." This '1 Million Dollar Tower' award serves as an opportunity to once again demonstrate GSTG's global competitiveness and growth potential, and raises expectations for even greater export performance in the future.]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:01:07 +0000 GSTG Co., Ltd. Launches Turf Protection Mat ‘Turf Guard’ Material that is resistant to temperature, pressure, and wear | Customized application to areas with concentrated pressure | Quick recovery of grass after mat removal GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) possesses the best artificial grass and mat technology in Korea, and its products are continuously gaining popularity both domestically and internationally. This is because it has established a ‘One Stop Total Solutions System’ from raw material manufacturing to post-processing finished product production, and has developed and produced over 50 products directly. This ensures quality control, and it has also been consistently investing in new product development, introducing artificial grass and mats tailored to the season and use every year. Recently, it has developed and launched a new type of grass protection mat ‘Turf Guard’ that protects natural grass, and is supplying a variety of products that can be customized for each season and course area, including the upcoming grass dormancy period. The Tough Guard, which is made by concentrating GST's technology, uses materials that are resistant to temperature, pressure, and wear, and is characterized by excellent resilience that effectively protects the grass while allowing the grass to return to its original state after the mat is removed. It is designed with a hexagonal honeycomb structure and has six support columns, and circular supports are applied at regular intervals to provide very stable support and protection. It shows excellent ability to protect the grass by supporting the load with the protrusions and circular supporters while the small protrusions distribute the load. While providing excellent grass protection, the large size of the mat's holes creates sufficient natural grass vegetation space. The Tough Guard is made of EVA material, so it is durable, and it also has excellent anti-sinking function by applying circular pedestal pillars, assembly hooks, and backrest area to the maximum. It is also easy to assemble. With the one-touch hook method, you can easily assemble it with your fingers or a small hammer, and you can also remove it by pressing the groove of the connected support with your hand or tweezers. Tough Guard is sold in units of 10㎡ (44 sheets) and 70㎡ (308 sheets) with a size of 47.5×47.5cm per sheet, and a fixing pin to fix the mat can also be applied. It can be used in various places such as golf courses, soccer fields, baseball fields, and parks for the purpose of protecting natural grass. Meanwhile, GST is also supplying T-Free Air Mat and Green Insulation Mat, which are specialized for winter tees. The entire mat is equipped with an air cushion that allows it to breathe, so it does not damage natural grass due to excellent air circulation, and it can be custom-made in desired shapes and sizes such as circular and octagonal. GSTG CEO Lee Hyo-sang said, “Our artificial grass mats are recognized by famous overseas golf courses and many credible professional sports teams,” and added, “We will always do our best to help all domestic golf courses operate efficiently and maintain high-quality courses.”]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:58:07 +0000 GSTG Global (CEO Lee Hyo-sang), a golf course artificial grass specialist, announced that its artificial mat products are steadily gaining popularity both domestically and internationally. GSTG currently produces about 50 artificial grass products and distributes them worldwide with a One Stop Total Solutions System from raw material production to post-processing finished product production. Recently, it has introduced the latest production facilities to produce high-quality products and accelerate the development of new products. GSTG products are applied to major areas of the course such as teeing grounds, tee entrances and exits, major golf car parking points, fairways and green entrances and exits, and walking paths for golfers, greatly helping to protect natural grass. Winter is a particularly challenging season for golf courses and grass. Golf courses that operate during the winter season must put even more effort into protecting grass. It is virtually impossible to maintain the same course conditions as during the dormant period of grass. In addition, damage to the grass caused by winter pressure affects the following spring, making it difficult for course managers. Therefore, golf courses have been using artificial mats to supplement natural grass in the winter. However, existing mats have problems such as poor durability and unsatisfactory shot feel due to foreign matter. Accordingly, GSTG has developed winter mats that can be used stably even in winter, as well as artificial grass mats that can be used for various purposes, and is receiving favorable reviews. Winter natural grass protection ‘heating mat’ GSTG’s representative products provide excellent performance in protecting natural grass in winter. They can be applied to major areas of the course such as teeing grounds, fairways, and walking paths for golfers to protect natural grass. The double-structured, strong tissue provides excellent durability and the appearance is similar to natural grass, so it blends in naturally. It protects natural grass with excellent heat retention, while also having excellent drainage and ventilation effects, so there are no grass damage and no problems with growth. It is also designed to be lighter than existing mats, making it easy to move and construct. Winter T-mat ‘T-Free Air Mat’ This product was developed for use as a winter T-mat and is easy to use in all four seasons. It is designed to allow tees to be placed freely anywhere, and an air cushion is applied so that the entire mat can breathe. This allows air to circulate smoothly to the natural grass under the mat, so there is no need to worry about damage to the grass, and it is durable enough to withstand iron shots, so it can be used especially reliably on par 3 holes. It is composed of four tones of color and creates a natural harmony with natural grass. Unlike existing mats, it does not have grooves, so there is no risk of damage, and the pre-heat setting minimizes the phenomenon of the bowl. In addition, depending on the conditions and needs of the golf course, we supply the mats by introducing a custom production method such as thickness, size, circle, and square. Natural grass and artificial grass combined ‘Coverlawn’ Coverlawn, a composite artificial grass that takes advantage of the advantages of artificial grass and natural grass, is designed with a honeycomb-patterned space so that natural grass can grow between the artificial grass, allowing natural grass and artificial grass to fuse and complement each other. Since it is easy to cover and fix with pins the existing honeycomb-shaped product, it is recognized as an eco-friendly product that does not use any glue at all, and is also well-received in overseas markets such as Europe and Japan. Starting this fall, it has been well-received in overseas and domestic markets by supplementing the existing straight pile method with fiber that acts as a cushion layer. Most existing artificial grass is produced by the tufting method that embeds piles in a foam base, and is fixed with adhesive or filled between piles with filler during construction. Coverlawn has a honeycomb-shaped mesh structure between piles for the vegetation and drainage of natural grass. The surface fiber pile is made of soft polyethylene and has a natural two-color composition. The back fabric uses polyester high-strength fiber for durability. New concept composite artificial grass ‘Hero’ The new concept composite artificial grass Hero is a groundbreaking product that combines 5% artificial grass and 95% natural grass to provide the same function as a natural grass field and extends its service life by about 3 times. It is currently exporting to the US, Japan, UK, Singapore, Australia, Qatar, etc. along with international patent applications. In particular, it has been supplying Hero products to the world’s top soccer clubs, Real Madrid in Spain and Liverpool in England, since 3 years ago. In addition, Hero products for golf courses are currently being developed and are being field tested at a grass farm for release in the spring of 2020. Bunker slope protection ‘Bunker Lawn’ Bunker slopes require a lot of effort in course management. This is because bunker sand often flows away or is lost due to strong winds or rainwater. Bunkerron was designed to have a much higher sand keeping ability than existing products to solve this problem. It is being used in 25 domestic and 30 overseas golf courses. The revetted bunker product, which stacks artificial grass on the bunker slope, is also receiving favorable reviews. ]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:53:41 +0000 [Reporter Lee Eun-hyeon of the Korea Financial Economic Daily] GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang), a specialist in artificial grass, announced that it has newly developed and released a cooling mat for natural grass that protects greens during high temperatures. As the summer heat continues for a long time, reaching temperatures of up to 30 degrees Celsius, golf courses across the country are focusing on course management. Grass species planted on golf courses are largely classified into warm-season and cool-season types according to their optimal growth temperature. Currently, creeping bentgrass is mainly used among the cool-season grasses planted on domestic golf course greens. In the case of creeping bentgrass, the optimal growth temperature is 15-25℃, and it grows vigorously in spring and fall in Korea, but in the hot and humid summer, it experiences a summer decline, rapidly declining growth, and damage from diseases and pests also increases significantly. This phenomenon of bentgrass growth decline in summer can be said to be a complex stress phenomenon mainly caused by high temperature and humidity, poor drainage, insufficient sunlight, and poor air circulation. In particular, due to abnormally high temperatures, the course surface temperature rises, causing the grass growth to rapidly deteriorate and, in severe cases, even die. In order to maintain bentgrass in high-temperature stress conditions during summer, it is very important to block strong UV rays and lower the soil temperature of the green surface. The cooling cover mat developed by GSTG is a natural grass cover mat product that protects grass during high temperatures by alleviating the phenomenon of the cooling mat. The cooling mat uses a ceramic yarn material called ‘Toray Lumipol Yarn’ to block strong sunlight and has excellent heat dissipation ability. In fact, in the results of an experiment conducted by GSTG last summer through a specialized grass research institute, it was confirmed that the soil temperature was lowered by 1~7℃ in all cooling mat-treated areas compared to the untreated areas. Also, the higher the maximum temperature, the greater the difference in soil temperature between the treated and untreated areas. In the investigation of the effect on soil moisture content in the grass planting area, the soil moisture content was slightly higher in the cooling mat-covered area compared to the untreated area. This shows that the cooling mat cover does not cause soil over-wet conditions and has a negative effect on grass growth. In other words, covering the cool-season grass greens with cooling mats in the summer high-temperature season is judged to be an effective method to alleviate the phenomenon of cool-season grass (bent grass, Kentucky bluegrass) in the summer by lowering the soil temperature and promoting grass root growth. A GSTG official explained, “Our natural grass cooling mat has excellent UV, IR, and VR reflection and blocking functions, and it also has excellent thermal conductivity, so it can quickly release the heat from the course surface. The highly breathable knitted mesh structure allows natural grass to breathe without any problems, and since it is knitted, it has excellent tear strength and does not tear or break easily.” He continued, “It is also lightweight, so it is easy to install, remove, and move, and it has a fixed eyelet that can be easily fixed with a U-shaped pin. The product comes in 5×6m and 10×10m sizes, and custom sizes can also be ordered.”]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:42:21 +0000 GSTG Global (CEO Lee Hyo-sang), a golf course artificial grass specialist, reported that its artificial mat products are steadily gaining popularity both domestically and internationally. GSTG products are being applied to major areas of the course, such as teeing grounds, tee entrances and exits, golf cart parking points, fairways and green entrances and exits, and pedestrian passages for golfers, greatly helping to protect natural grass. Winter is a particularly challenging season for golf courses and grass. Golf courses that operate during the winter season must put even more effort into protecting grass. It is virtually impossible to maintain the same course condition as during the dormant season. In addition, damage to grass caused by winter pressure can affect the following spring, making it difficult for course managers. Therefore, golf courses have been using artificial grass mats to supplement natural grass in the winter. However, existing mats have problems such as poor durability and unsatisfactory shot feel due to foreign materials. Accordingly, GSTG Co., Ltd. has developed artificial grass mats that can be used for various purposes, including winter mats that can be used reliably even in winter, and is receiving favorable reviews from greenkeepers. Insulating Mat This is GSTG's representative product that introduces groundbreaking artificial grass products every year and shows excellent performance in protecting natural grass in winter. It can be applied to major areas of the course such as teeing grounds, fairway passages, and walking paths for golfers to protect natural grass. It has excellent durability with a strong double-structured structure and matches naturally with its appearance similar to natural grass. It protects natural grass with excellent heat retention and has excellent drainage and ventilation effects, so there is no damage to the grass and there are no problems with growth. It is also designed to be lighter than existing mats, making it easy to move and install. T-Free Air Mat This product was developed for winter tee mats and is easy to use in all four seasons. It is designed so that you can freely put a tee anywhere, and an air cushion is applied so that the entire mat can breathe. This allows air to circulate smoothly to the natural grass under the mat, so there is no need to worry about grass damage, and it is durable enough to withstand iron shots, so it can be used especially reliably on par 3 holes. It is composed of four tones of color, creating a natural harmony with natural grass. Unlike existing mats, it does not have grooves, so there is no risk of damage, and the pre-heat setting process minimizes the bowl phenomenon. Coverlawn Coverlawn, a composite artificial grass that combines the advantages of artificial grass and natural grass, is designed with a honeycomb-patterned space so that natural grass can grow between the artificial grass, so that natural grass and artificial grass can fuse and complement each other. Since it is easy to cover the existing honeycomb-shaped product and fix it with pins, it is recognized as an eco-friendly product that does not use any glue at all, and it is also well-received in overseas markets such as Europe and Japan. Most existing artificial grass is produced using the tufting method of inserting piles into the foam, and is fixed with adhesive or filled between piles with filler during construction. Cabaron has a honeycomb-shaped mesh structure between the piles for natural grass growth and drainage. The surface fiber pile is made of soft polyethylene and has a natural two-color composition. The back fabric uses polyester high-strength fiber for durability. Hero The new year's composite artificial grass Hero is a groundbreaking product that combines 5% artificial grass and 95% natural grass to provide the same function as a natural grass field and extends its service life by about 3 times. With an international patent application, it is currently exported to the US, Japan, the UK, Singapore, Australia, Qatar, etc. In particular, since 3 years ago, Hero products have been supplied to the world's top soccer clubs, Real Madrid in Spain and Liverpool in England. Bunker Lawn Bunker slopes require a lot of effort in course management. This is because bunker sand often flows away or is lost due to strong winds or rainwater. Bunkerron was designed to have a much higher sand-keeping capacity than existing products to solve these problems. It is currently being used in 25 domestic and 30 overseas golf courses.]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:30:34 +0000 Artificial grass is a product that imitates natural grass and is widely used in sports landscaping. However, in the case of artificial grass, the surface temperature becomes hot in the summer, which has functional limitations, and the fact that the rubber chips that fill the gaps between the piles have a harmful effect on the human body and the environment has been a continuous social issue. On the other hand, although natural grass is ideal, it is difficult to grow in seasons other than spring and fall, and it is difficult to use realistically because it requires a lot of cost and effort for maintenance and management. GSTG Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Hyo-sang) developed Coverlawn, a composite artificial grass that combines the advantages of artificial grass and natural grass. Coverlawn is designed with a honeycomb pattern so that natural grass can grow between artificial grass, allowing natural grass and artificial grass to fuse and complement each other. Since it is easy to cover and fix with pins the existing honeycomb-shaped product, it is recognized as an eco-friendly product that does not use any glue at all, and it is being widely adopted in domestic and international markets and is receiving favorable reviews. Established in 1994, GSTG is a specialized production, distribution, and export company for artificial grass and flooring located in Paju, Gyeonggi-do. It has a system that can produce artificial grass in one place from raw material production to weaving and processing in Yeongcheon, Gyeongbuk. It also produces and distributes various mats, general landscaping artificial grass, and sports artificial grass, and is applying it to domestic and international landscaping markets and various sports markets. In the golf industry, it supplies approximately 450 out of approximately 500 domestic golf courses, and in 2015, it developed HERO, a product exclusively for soccer stadiums, and exported it to the UK, Singapore, Australia, Qatar, etc. In particular, this year, it completed a contract with the world's most prestigious club, Real Madrid, Spain, and shipped it in March, and is also pursuing a contract with Liverpool, a prestigious British club. The Hero developed by the company is a groundbreaking product that combines 5% artificial grass and 95% natural grass to provide the same function as a natural grass field, and the 5% artificial grass pile protects the natural grass, extending its service life by about 3 times. It takes about 6 months to grow natural grass on a field and use it, but Hero can be installed on a field after forming composite grass at a natural grass farm in addition to growing it on a field and using it immediately. It is evaluated as the optimal composite grass system for field use that allows games to be played at any time when needed. CEO Lee Hyo-sang said, “We will develop affordable composite grass with reasonable prices and good quality in the future, and contribute to the development of related industries by developing products that young people can enjoy with confidence.” He added, “Based on differentiated technology, we will continue to research and develop to pursue world-class quality, and all executives and employees will do their best to become a driving force in the export industry that does not settle for the domestic market but raises its reputation in the global market and contributes to the national industry.”]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:27:18 +0000 (주)지에스티지(대표이사 이효상)가 한국무역협회와 산업통상자원부가 수여하는 ‘300만불 수출의 탑’을 수상했다. 사진은 상패를 들어보이는 이성민 GSTG 해외마케팅 실장. 인조잔디 전문 (주)지에스티지(대표이사 이효상)가 12월5일 열린 ‘제 61회 무역의 날’ 기념 포상 행사에서 한국무역협회와 산업통상자원부가 수여하는 ‘300만불 수출의 탑’을 수상했다. 1994년 설립된 지에스티지는 조경&스포츠용 인조잔디, 하이브리드잔디, 골프매트, 벙커론 등을 전문 생산 공급하는 업체로서 국내외 시장에 지속적으로 그 품질을 인정받고 있다. 특히 2016년 개발된 HERO 하이브리드잔디는 유럽의 레알마드리드, 맨체스터시티, 브렌트포드 경기장 등 세계 약 50여개 프로축구 명문 클럽에 수출되어 사용중이다.]]> Tue, 04 Feb 2025 04:16:54 +0000