Korea Kolmar has achieved notable recognition by winning two Presidential Awards at the '2026 Korea Productivity and Sustainable Management Innovation Awards.' This milestone, attained on the 29th, underlines the company's commitment to sustainable growth through effective ESG management and advancements in its production systems.
Held at KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul, the awards ceremony was organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, with the Korea Productivity Center (KPC) overseeing the proceedings. The event honored individuals and organizations contributing to the enhancement of industrial competitiveness through sustainable practices and productivity innovations. This year marked the first integrated ceremony, combining the previous separate events for the National Productivity Awards and the Sustainable Management Contributions.
Korea Kolmar was specifically recognized for internalizing ESG activities across environmental, social, and governance dimensions within its operations. The company received high praise for enhancing supply chain sustainability based on its ODM business structure, which extends from clients to partner companies.
In addition to its sustainable management award, Korea Kolmar also received a Presidential Award for productivity improvements. Lee Young-joo, Vice President of Production, was acknowledged for her leadership in digital transformation (DT), production automation, and logistics innovation, which have significantly advanced productivity and quality competitiveness while addressing the expanding K-beauty export market.
A spokesperson from Korea Kolmar stated that this recognition reflects the company's commitment as the first domestic ODM cosmetics enterprise to prioritize sustainability as a core management value. The company plans to continue leading sustainable industrial development through enhanced ESG management and production innovations.
Additionally, Korea Kolmar has been the only domestic cosmetics enterprise selected for two consecutive years as one of the 'World's Top Sustainable Growth Companies' by TIME magazine in November last year. Furthermore, it has maintained an A rating in the Korea ESG Standards Board (KCGS) ESG evaluation for three consecutive years starting in 2023.
