The Value of G-Valley Proven by Numbers, Seize the Soaring Opportunity to Enter G-Valley

G-Valley, the only national industrial complex in Seoul, is undergoing changes.

Recently, Netmarble moved into the new G-Valley headquarters, 'G Tower,' attracting development subsidiaries, IT, and digital content companies.

Not only Netmarble but also large corporations' R&D centers and companies in information and communication, computers, and electrical sectors have established themselves in G-Valley, which is rapidly transforming into a leading high-tech industrial complex in Seoul.

G-Valley is a nickname derived from the English initials of Garibong-dong, Guro-dong, and Gasan-dong, where the Seoul Digital Industrial Complex is located. It was reborn in the 2000s as a high-tech industrial complex concentrating on information, communication, computers, and electrical industries, evolving from a textile and garment industry cluster.

Especially recently, with the continuous establishment of advanced knowledge industry centers in the G-Valley area, it is expected to become a business belt leading Korea's industry. The scale and value of G-Valley can be seen in the recent figures announced by the Korea Industrial Complex Corporation.

- A total of 12,067 companies reside, approximately 140,705 employees work, production in December 2020 was 1.362 trillion KRW, and exports amounted to 346 million USD.

As of December 2020, a total of 12,067 companies are located in G-Valley. By industry, non-manufacturing sectors account for 7,261 companies, while in manufacturing, electrical and electronics number 2,376, textiles and apparel 714, and machinery 682.

December production performance was 1.362 trillion KRW, with electrical and electronics at 724.8 billion KRW, petrochemicals at 191.8 billion KRW, and machinery at 165.7 billion KRW.

Export performance was 346 million USD, with electrical and electronics leading at 193 million USD, and petrochemicals and textiles/apparel jointly recording 52 million USD.

There are a total of 140,705 employees, of which 102,983 are male and 37,722 are female. In the non-manufacturing sector, 87,156 work, with 25,048 in electrical and electronics, 8,552 in textiles and apparel, and 6,912 in machinery.

[Composition of Companies in G-Valley Seoul Digital Industrial Complex]

- In March, the knowledge industry center ‘Gasan Mobius Tower’ will be launched for sale; seize the opportunity to enter the rapidly changing G-Valley

A real estate official said, “Companies located in G-Valley can enjoy various synergy effects. With over 12,000 companies, it is easy to find related partners, and with about 150,000 employees, recruiting staff is also convenient. Moreover, the exchange of the latest technology and information is smooth, and support for startups and companies from local governments is easily accessible.”

As landmark companies like Netmarble move into G-Valley, new knowledge industry centers and dormitories are being sold one after another, adding vitality to this high-tech industrial complex where young companies and professionals gather.

Fides Development will officially start selling the knowledge industry center ‘Gasan Mobius Tower’ in the Seoul Digital Industrial Complex this month. It is a mixed-use facility close to the city center, offering a knowledge industry center along with a co-living house dormitory (391 rooms) with independent circulation paths.

This knowledge industry center is planned to be built near Gasan Digital Complex Station (Lines 1 and 7), a double station area, with about 43,500㎡ of total floor area from 4 basement floors to 20 floors above ground. It boasts excellent space utilization with floor heights over 4.1 meters and features specialized design with separate lobby lounges (Lobby in Lobby) for both the knowledge industry center and dormitory.

Within a 1-2 minute walk, there will be an 8.1 km park path (planned) and Anyangcheon Stream, providing a pleasant environment, and right in front is the Seoul Digital Sports Complex where soccer, futsal, and basketball can be enjoyed.

The 2nd-floor rooftop park and the 18th floor, the top floor of the factory building, will include a sky lounge, and rest areas will be installed on each floor to provide spaces for relaxation. Especially, the dormitory is specially designed to overlook the sports field, maximizing openness by utilizing the southeast-facing Seoul Digital Sports Complex.

Although the subway is within walking distance, considering the characteristics of the younger generation accustomed to personal mobility, indoor bicycle storage with showers and electric kickboard parking will also be provided.

A real estate official near G-Valley said, “Since Netmarble started moving into its headquarters in G-Valley, the atmosphere here has been changing day by day. With new knowledge industry centers and dormitories being supplied, it is rapidly transforming into a workplace and resting place for young people, making now the optimal timing to enter G-Valley.”

In particular, the official added, “Gasan Mobius Tower will be the best choice for companies newly entering G-Valley or relocating to the latest facilities. Additionally, with dormitories featuring the latest trends, it will be a great advantage in securing excellent talent for companies in G-Valley.”