Company History
Company History
NINE LIGHTS Growth Journey from 1983 to Present
NINE LIGHTS' history began in 1983 with the development of Korea's first Plastic Pallets. Starting as Gukwang Industry Co., Ltd., through Gukwang PlaTech Co., Ltd. in 1997, to the current Gukwang Co., Ltd. in 2013, we have grown continuously. For over 40 years, as a pioneer in the Plastic Pallets industry, we have contributed to the development of Korea's logistics industry through technological innovation and quality improvement, built partnerships with major domestic corporations such as Hyundai E.P., Dongwoo Hwaincam, and CJ, and developed into a global company exporting to over 30 countries worldwide.
Key Milestones
Footsteps of Growth
2023
AJ (AJ Networks) OEM Production
2020
New installation of Woojin 3,500-ton injection molding machine
2019
Korea Pallet Pool (KPP) OEM Production
November 2017
Additional LS 2,500TON injection molding machine installation
Responding to increased demand through additional production capacity expansion
May 2016
Additional LS 2,500TON injection molding machine installation
Responding to increased demand through additional production capacity expansion
October 2014
New LS 2,500TON injection molding machine installation and disposable Pallets mold development
Significant production capacity expansion through large injection molding machine introduction and entry into disposable Pallets market
April 2013
Company name changed to Gukwang Co., Ltd.
Established brand identity by changing to the current company name.
July 2009
Exclusive mold development and supply contract with Dongwoo Hwaincam
Established exclusive partnership based on specialized technical capabilities.
April 2007
Multi-year supply contract with Hyundai E.P.
Established long-term partnership with major corporation.
May 1997
Gukwang Industry Co., Ltd. → Gukwang PlaTech Co., Ltd.
Changed company name to emphasize plastic technology expertise.
December 1983
Gukwang Industry Co., Ltd. developed Korea's first Plastic Pallets
Began pioneering role in Korea's Plastic Pallets industry.