Sudokwon Landfill Site Management Corporation to Adjust Waste Disposal Fee Rates

The Sudokwon Landfill Site Management Corporation (SL Corporation) will conduct a research project to review and calculate new waste disposal fee rates.

The adjustment aims to reflect changes in the government’s waste management policies, including the planned ban on direct landfill disposal in the capital region, as well as current landfill operating conditions.

The per-ton disposal fee for municipal waste at the landfill has steadily increased, from 70,056 won in 2021 to 87,608 won in 2022, 97,963 won in 2023, and 116,855 won in 2024.

SL Corporation plans to develop a revised annual rate plan by analyzing market trends for waste types such as volume-based waste and incineration residue, while taking into account landfill operating costs and projected intake volumes.

Incheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry Launches Project to Address Employment Challenges in Steel and Auto Parts

The Incheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry is launching an employment resilience project to counter the slowdown in hiring and the outflow of skilled workers in the steel and auto parts industries.

The initiative, jointly proposed by the Incheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Incheon Enterprises Federation, has been selected for government support.

Under the program, workers who have been employed for at least two years and up to six years at auto parts manufacturers in Incheon will receive a retention incentive of up to 2 million won.

Additional support measures include providing safety and heat-related protective gear and offering employment retention incentives to improve working and living conditions for employees.

240 Korean School Teachers from Around the World to Attend Training Program in Incheon

The Overseas Koreans Agency will host a teacher training program from July 14 to 19 at Songdo Convensia in Incheon, inviting 240 Korean language school principals and teachers from 47 countries to strengthen their teaching competencies.

The program, now in its 28th year, has been held annually since 1998 as a homeland training initiative for overseas educators.

Participants completed a three-week online pre-training course starting June 23, covering foundational theories and an overview of the program. During the in-person session, they will receive practical training on topics such as level-based Korean language teaching methods, speaking and writing workshops, creative instruction using games and picture books, and strategies for school management—tools designed for immediate use in real classroom settings.

Incheon Port Authority Promotes Golden Harbor Investment to Hotel Industry

The Incheon Port Authority (IPA) held an investment briefing for members of the Korea Hotel Association to promote the Golden Harbor development project.

Golden Harbor is a marine tourism initiative that aims to transform a 427,000 square meter site behind the Incheon International Ferry Terminal hinterland into a destination for leisure, recreation, and shopping.

An IPA official stated that the authority will continue promotional efforts targeting potential investors to ensure that Golden Harbor is developed as a high-quality project.

Art Center Incheon to Present Classical Music Highlights Every Weekend in July

Art Center Incheon will host a series of curated classical performances every Saturday in July, featuring top-tier artists from Korea and abroad.

The July program will showcase a wide range of classical music, from chamber ensembles and concertos to full orchestral works, offering audiences a rich and diverse musical experience.

Tickets and detailed information are available on the official Art Center Incheon website and through Nol Ticket.

Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education Announces 100 School Support Measures

The Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education recently held a declaration ceremony under the theme “Making Schools Truly School-like” and officially announced 100 key support measures for schools across the city.

The initiative is part of the 2025 policy vision titled “Turning Schools into Life, Turning Daily Life into Learning,” and includes 100 finalized measures along with 33 ongoing tasks.

The support measures are organized into three main categories: 10 for transferring external tasks, 30 for reducing workload and improving efficiency, and 60 for providing customized school support.

Sources: https://news.ifm.kr