Since its founding in 1924, Samyang Corp. has consistently driven industrial change, and now, beyond being a 100-year-old company, they are preparing for a new future. Recently, Samyang Group announced its plan to innovate its business portfolio by making eco-friendly materials and AI-based advanced technologies its core growth engines. The industry is paying close attention to this strategic shift towards sustainable growth, which goes beyond simple business expansion.
It is particularly interesting to examine how Samyang is pursuing change and innovation in the rapidly changing global market environment, and to look at its specific strategies. We will delve into Samyang Group’s future blueprint, focusing on three keywords: health, environment, and advanced technology.
Eco-Friendly Material Business, Samyang Corp.’s New Direction
Samyang Corp. has selected the strengthening of its eco-friendly material business in the chemical sector as a key task, actively reorganizing its . This strategy aligns with strengthening global environmental regulations and increasing consumer demand for eco-friendly products. For example, Samyang Group participated in ‘Chinaplas 2026’ and showcased various eco-friendly specialty materials, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) alternative materials.
- PFAS-Free New Materials: Development of high-performance engineering plastics that respond to environmental regulations
- Biomass Materials: Expansion of eco-friendly product lines such as ISB-PC and ISB-PET, utilizing ‘isosorbide’ extracted from plant resources like corn
- Application in Mobility and IT Industries: Development and supply of next-generation materials applicable to future industries such as electric vehicles and AI infrastructure
These efforts go beyond simply increasing product lineups, demonstrating Samyang Corp.’s firm commitment to building a sustainable industrial ecosystem.
Securing Future Competitiveness with AI Transformation and Advanced Materials
Samyang Corp. has presented a vision to promote corporate growth through AI transformation. This is expected to play a crucial role not only in increasing production efficiency but also in creating new business models. In particular, the company is focusing on strengthening its semiconductor material business, which is directly related to AI.
- Expansion of Semiconductor Material Business: Growth of polymer and photoacid generator (PAG) businesses, which are photoresist materials for semiconductors, through Samyang Fine Technology
- Strengthening AI Utilization Capabilities: Enhancement of AI utilization capabilities through internal AI expert training programs
- Development of Next-Generation IT Materials: Introduction of high-impact silicone polycarbonate (Si-PC) for smart glass cases and high-heat resistant materials for AI servers
In this way, Samyang Corp. is actively adopting AI technology and investing in the development of advanced materials, pursuing a strategy to establish itself as a key player in future industries.
Sustainable Management, Samyang Group’s Core Value
Samyang Group has adopted ESG management as a core value and is making systematic efforts for sustainable growth. In February 2026, the group newly declared ethical management, clearly demonstrating its commitment to complying with laws and ethics and fulfilling its social responsibilities.
- Strengthening ESG Business Portfolio: Expansion of sugar reduction and bionutrients businesses in the food sector, strengthening of eco-friendly material businesses in the chemical sector, etc.
- Advancement of ESG Management System: Introduction of ESG key performance indicators (KPIs) for all executives, including the CEOs of each affiliate, starting from 2025
- Coexistence with Various Stakeholders: Efforts to build a win-win ecosystem with employees, customers, partners, and local communities
This sustainable management embodies Samyang Corp.’s long-term vision to grow into a company that creates social value beyond simply pursuing profits.
Samyang Corp. is responding to rapidly changing markets through eco-friendly materials and AI-based advanced technologies, practicing sustainable management, and writing a new history for a 100-year-old company. We look forward to the various innovations and growth stories that Samyang Corp. will present in the future.