Military & Local Authorities Agree To Reopen Cheongna Haneul Bridge Observatory
Access restrictions to tourism facilities on Incheon’s Cheongna Haneul Bridge, home to a Guinness World Records-recognized observation deck as the world’s highest sea bridge observatory, will be lifted. The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority announced that it has reached an agreement with the Army’s 17th Infantry Division to remove chains and padlocks that had blocked access to the bridge’s ocean deck. The authority will implement security measures requested by the military and plans to reopen the previously restricted entrance on June 15. It also plans to install anti-intrusion facilities on the bridge’s piers to support military security operations in the area.
Incheon Small Enterprise Support Center Selects Recipients For Specialty Signboard Program
The Incheon Small Enterprise Support Center, operated by the Incheon Credit Guarantee Foundation, has announced the final selection results for its Specialty Signboard Support Program. Under the program, 100 small businesses will receive assistance for the production or replacement of LED three-dimensional signboards. Applications were accepted from April 13 to 21, attracting 260 submissions, including 150 individual businesses and 110 group applications. Selected businesses will receive support of up to 3.5 million won per establishment, covering up to 100 percent of eligible signboard production and replacement costs.
Incheon Ranks 3rd Nationwide For International Conferences, the Highest Ranking Ever
The city of Incheon has ranked third among Korean cities in the International Congress and Convention Association's 2025 global city rankings for international conferences, marking its highest-ever placement. The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) is an international organization that tracks global conference activity, compiling statistics based on international meetings attended by at least 50 participants that are held on a recurring basis, organized by academic or professional associations, and are rotated among three or more countries. The rankings are widely used as a key indicator of a city's competitiveness in attracting international conferences and its capabilities in the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) industry. Incheon hosted 24 ICCA-qualified international meetings in 2025, improving its domestic ranking from fourth place the previous year to third.
Incheon To Host 6th Traditional Culture and Arts Festival
The 6th Incheon Traditional Culture and Arts Festival will be held on June 7 at Incheon Grand Park’s outdoor stage. Now in its sixth year, the festival brings together local traditional artists and arts organizations to share the value and beauty of Korea’s traditional culture with the public. This year’s event will feature the final round of a traditional arts competition, invited performances, local arts group performances, and hands-on cultural experience programs. Participating teams will showcase their unique talents and artistic styles, highlighting the richness and appeal of traditional Korean arts.
Incheon Launches Joint Safety Inspections To Prevent Summer Power Outages In Aging Apartments
Incheon Metropolitan City is conducting joint safety inspections with related agencies to prevent power outages in aging apartment complexes. The inspections aim to enhance public safety during the summer season, when electricity demand typically surges. The inspections, which began in April, target apartment complexes that are more than 20 years old and contain at least 100 units. The program will continue through next month. Inspection teams will examine the condition of electrical facilities and assess whether emergency response systems can function effectively in the event of a power outage
KOICA & ICIDCC Conduct Community Service In Incheon’s Fishing Village
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has conducted an ESG-focused community service activity in Incheon’s fishing village in partnership with the Incheon International Development Cooperation Center (ICIDCC). The community service took place on May 29 in Ponae Fishing Experience VIllage, located in Jung-gu. The initiative was part of a collaborative rural coastal community support program jointly promoted by KOICA and the Korea Fisheries Infrastructure Public Agency. KOICA employees participated in a plogging campaign along the coastline of Hanagae Beach, collecting litter while jogging. They also donated a telescope to help improve coastal safety and provide real-time monitoring of sea conditions. Approximately 30 people, including ICIDCC staff and students from Incheon National University, took part in the event.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
