KR Specialists Appointed as Expert Committee Members of the Presidential Advisory Council on Science and Technology

Korean Register (KR) has announced that JANG Hwasup, General Manager of the AI Convergence Center, and ROH Gilltae, Principal Surveyor of the Alternative Fuel Technology Research Team, have been appointed as members of Expert Committee under the Presidential Advisory Council on Science and Technology (PACST). Both appointments are for a two-year term ending January 2027.

The Expert Committee plays a crucial role in reviewing government R&D investment directions, developing technology investment strategies, evaluating budgets, and providing expert consultation on various research and development policies.

JANG Hwasup has been with KR Research Division since 2010, where he has directed numerous digital technology developments including autonomous ship navigation and AI convergence solutions. In recognition of his contributions to regulatory innovation for autonomous ship technology, he received the presidential commendation in 2023.

ROH Gilltae, who also joined KR in 2010, has led the development of green ship technologies, particularly in hydrogen and fuel cell power systems on board ships. His achievements have been recognized with the Busan Metropolitan City Clean Energy Award in 2020 and a commendation from the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy in 2023.

KR expects that these appointments will provide significant opportunities to contribute to national science and technology advancement and research development policies. KR remains committed to leading innovation in the maritime industry through autonomous shipping, green ship technologies, and sustainable maritime industry development.