Hyundai Motor Group to Invest 10 Trillion Won in Saemangeum for AI, Hydrogen, and Robotics Development
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Hyundai Motor Group has announced a 10 trillion won investment in Saemangeum, North Jeolla Province, focusing on AI, hydrogen, and robotics. The investment will establish an AI data center, a large-scale electrolysis facility, a robot production base, and a solar power generation system.
The initiative promotes a local production model, leveraging Saemangeum's vast land and sunlight. The project aims to transition Hyundai from an automobile manufacturer to an AI-focused company. The investment signifies a transformation in South Korea's industrial landscape, potentially positioning North Jeolla as a center for hydrogen vehicle production and advanced robotics.

Feb 23, 2026, 8:29 AM