Description

Samsung C&T Corporation engages in the engineering and construction, trading and investment, fashion, and resort businesses in South Korea, rest of Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Its engineering and construction business cover building, civil infrastructure, plant, and housing construction activities. The company trades in chemicals and industrial materials, such as polymers, fertilizers, methanol, electronic components, and precision materials; hot- and cold-rolled, and stainless steel products; natural resources comprising coal and copper, and raw material metal; palm oil; and living industrial materials, including textiles, food, and wood pellets. It also organizes projects, such as power plant, renewable energy, and infrastructure development; and operates palm plantations. In addition, the company provides men's and casual clothing under the GALAXY and BEANPOLE brands; accessories, children's and outdoor clothing lines, and women's clothing under the KUHO and LEBEIGE brands; and fast-fashion (SPA) products under the 8seconds brand. Further, it engages in golf course, landscaping, and food and beverage business. The company was formerly known as Cheil Industries Inc. and changed its name to Samsung C&T Corporation in September 2015. Samsung C&T Corporation was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.