TEAM NAVER to Drive Digital Transformation with HD Hyundai
TEAM NAVER to Drive Digital Transformation with HD Hyundai
TEAM NAVER to Drive Digital Transformation with HD Hyundai
- TEAM NAVER and HD Hyundai have entered into an agreement focusing on cloud adoption and the commercialization of AI technologies
- HyperCLOVA X will be utilized within HD Hyundai’s extensive databases to enhance productivity and support digital innovation
- They plan to initiate new ventures in shipbuilding and maritime sectors, including the development of a comprehensive maritime data platform based on cloud
March 11, 2024
[Photo] TEAM NAVER and HD Hyundai have signed an agreement to promote cloud transition and AI commercialization.
(From left) Kim Jung-hyuk, CFO of HD Hyundai Marine Solution; Chung Kisun, Vice Chairman of HD Hyundai;
Choi Soo-yeon, CEO of NAVER; Kim Yu-won, CEO of NAVER CLOUD
TEAM NAVER and HD Hyundai announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on March 11, aimed at promoting cloud adoption and AI commercial endeavors. The signing event was held at NAVER’s “GAK Sejong,” their second data center located in the Sejong Special Self-Governing City. Prominent leaders from both companies attended the event, including Chung Kisun, Vice Chairman of HD Hyundai; Lee Tae-jin, DT Innovation Director at HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering[L1] ; Choi Soo-yeon, CEO of NAVER; and Kim Yu-won, CEO of NAVER CLOUD.
Under this agreement, the firms aim to collaboratively facilitate HD Hyundai’s transition to cloud technology, leverage NAVER’s advanced AI “HyperCLOVA X,” upgrade cloud business infrastructure, and advance HD Hyundai Marine Solution’s maritime ventures in maritime digital applications.
Initially, the strategy involves integrating NAVER’s hyperscale AI “HyperCLOVA X’ into HD Hyundai’s extensive database, which contains more than 200 million entries related to shipbuilding. This integration aims to deploy generative AI services and facilitate discussions that enhance the productivity and skills of the workforce. In addition, discussions will be held regarding the migration of HD Hyundai’s current infrastructure to the NAVER CLOUD platform.
They also plan to explore new business opportunities in the shipbuilding and maritime sectors, with initiatives integrating cloud and AI technologies already in progress since the latter half of last year. Successful technology validation has been conducted for the “Meta Ocean Data Cloud,” a comprehensive maritime data platform based on the NAVER CLOUD platform. This platform aggregates global maritime operation data to deliver essential insights to ship owners and is preparing for its official launch in the first half of the year.
Utilizing data from the Meta Ocean Data Cloud, the companies also plan to jointly promote the commercialization of HD Hyundai Marine Solution’s “Integrated Smart Ship Solution (ISS)” and the decarbonization strategy “Ocean Wise.” The goal is to manage the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and oversee the comprehensive operation and management of navigating ships on the cloud platform. This approach aims to provide a one-stop solution and consulting for shipowners.
Furthermore, NAVER’s AI technology will be used to create AI chatbots to address customer inquiries and responses related to ship and engine warranty services at HD Hyundai Marine Solution, offering more detailed consulting services.
Choi Soo-yeon, CEO of NAVER, commented, “Through this agreement, we anticipate that the synergy of HD Hyundai’s extensive knowledge, capabilities, and seasoned expertise in the shipbuilding and maritime sectors, combined with NAVER’s cutting-edge technology and infrastructure, will foster the creation of new business models and mutual growth. TEAM NAVER is committed to being a leading ally for companies navigating their digital transformation journey.”
Chung Kisun, Vice Chairman at HD Hyundai, remarked, “The reliable cloud framework and proven AI technology from TEAM NAVER are expected to propel HD Hyundai’s future vision of ocean transformation. We are optimistic that our collaborative efforts will expand across diverse domains.”
