Korea University of Technology and Education Declares Itself an Anchor University for Manufacturing AX

Korea University of Technology and Education has officially positioned itself as a key player in the industrial AI revolution, declaring itself an Anchor University for Manufacturing AX (AI Transformation) for 2026. The ceremony, held on May 27 at the TU Research Park, signals a strengthened commitment to leading the AI transformation within the Banwol-Sihwa National Industrial Complex.

The university's initiative is built upon fostering robust cooperation between industry, academia, and research institutions. This collaborative approach aims to drive AI innovation and enhance the overall industrial competitiveness of the region. The event drew approximately 150 attendees, including notable figures such as Kim Gyu-seong, Director of Regional Economic Policy at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, and Lee Sang-hoon, President of the Korea Industrial Complex Corporation.

The program featured updates on the AX Demonstration Complex Open Lab, a platform designed to assist small and medium-sized enterprises within the industrial complex in adopting AI and robotics. Companies can utilize this facility to explore and implement technologies like autonomous mobile robots (AMR), collaborative robots, and real-time sensor monitoring systems for applications in logistics and precision assembly. The event also included a report on the operational plan for the TU-Manufacturing AX Innovation Support Group before the formal declaration.