Joo Gwang-deok, Mayor of Namyangju, Visits Binggrae, a Key Player in the K-Ice Cream Boom, to Encourage Workers

On the 7th, Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Ju Gwang-deok) visited the Binggrae Donong Factory located in Dasan-dong to encourage the workers.

Namyangju Mayor Joo Gwang-deok visited Binggrae Donong Factory located in Dasan-dong on the 7th and had a conversation with Choi Won-gyu, Chairman of the Binggrae Labor Union, and related personnel. Photo by Namyangju City

During the visit, Mayor Ju Gwang-deok of Namyangju City, along with Choi Won-kyu, Chairman of the Binggrae Labor Union, and other officials, held a series of events including △ a meeting between the city and the labor union △ attendance at the Binggrae monthly assembly △ lunch and a gift presentation ceremony.

At a tea time with the labor union chairman, Mayor Ju gathered opinions on improving the working environment, including corporate management and worker welfare.

Chairman Choi Won-kyu stated, “The Donong Factory has faced many difficulties over the past 50 years due to various development regulations that have restricted efficient use of the site. Especially during the peak ice cream season, the number of workers at the Donong Factory increases to over 800, but due to limited site utilization, there is a lack of space for workers to enjoy cultural activities or rest.”

In response, Mayor Ju Gwang-deok said, “I deeply empathize with the fact that the Donong Factory has struggled with site utilization due to long-standing development regulations. We will do our best, together with city officials, to create an environment where both companies and workers can grow together.”

Following this, Mayor Ju attended the Binggrae monthly assembly to encourage the workers.

The mayor emphasized, “Binggrae’s growth as a leading brand of K-ice cream is thanks to the sweat and dedication of the workers. Going forward, we will continue to listen to voices from the field and reflect them in city administration to lead the development of the local community.”