E&CO Korea

30/03/2026

E&CO Co., Ltd. Signs EPC Contract with One of the Big Three Shipbuilders in South Korea for an Ammonia Demonstration Facility

E&CO Co., Ltd. has signed an EPC contract with Company S, one of the Big Three shipbuilders in South Korea, to construct an ammonia demonstration facility.

Under this project, E&CO will deliver the entire project on a turnkey EPC basis (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) to build an ammonia testing facility that meets the specifications required by Company S. The company will be responsible for the full project scope, including engineering design, civil construction, fabrication and procurement of major equipment, on-site installation, and final commissioning.

Ammonia engine development and fuel supply systems—considered key technologies for global decarbonization—have recently been gaining significant momentum. At the same time, growing geopolitical uncertainties affecting LNG supply are expected to further increase demand for ammonia as an alternative fuel. As the industry moves toward the commercialization of ammonia-powered engines, establishing reliable testing facilities to secure safety and technical performance has become increasingly important.

With its extensive experience in developing ammonia fuel storage, supply, and demonstration systems, E&CO is expected to leverage its expertise and technological capabilities to successfully deliver the project, with commissioning scheduled to be completed by the end of this year.

25/02/2026

E&CO signing with the Global Engine Manufacturer, EPC Contract for ME-GI Engine Test Facilities

E&CO Co., Ltd. has signed two contracts with global engine manufacturer to build ME-GI (high-pressure natural gas injection) engine test facilities.
This project involves the construction of essential infrastructure for performance testing of next-generation engines developed and manufactured by the customer. E&CO will take full responsibility for the entire project under an EPC turnkey model (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction). The company will oversee all phases—from facility design and permitting to civil works, supply and installation of major equipment, piping, electrical and instrumentation works, and final commissioning.
In particular, the ME-GI engine facilities to be built will incorporate ultra-high design pressures exceeding 400 bar, requiring highly precise and experienced process engineering capabilities. E&CO possesses a distinguished track record of successfully completing multiple high-pressure projects above 350 bar, and is therefore expected to demonstrate its top-tier technical expertise in this project as well.
Amid rapidly growing demand for ME-GI engines driven by the expansion of the eco-friendly shipping market, E&CO is establishing a customized testing environment that fully meets the client’s specifications. Notably, this contract requires the construction of highly sophisticated facilities within a limited site and a short timeframe, making E&CO’s proprietary construction know-how and project management capabilities critical to the project’s success.
An E&CO representative stated, “Based on the technical reliability we have built over the years and our proven experience in executing successful projects, we will complete this project within schedule and at the highest level of quality.” At the same time, we aim to establish a strong relationship of trust with our new partner, and further strengthen our position in the global engine facility market.”

04/02/2026

E&CO Successfully Completed Commissioning of a Cryogenic Pump Test Facility

On January 12, 2026, E&CO Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “E&CO) successfully completed the commissioning of the cryogenic pump test facility at a client’s site in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.

As the global energy transition accelerates, alternative fuels such as ammonia and methanol are gaining traction. Nevertheless, LNG remains the dominant fuel in the maritime sector, and cryogenic LNG pumps—operating at -162°C—are critical components in the LNG supply chain, particularly during the bunkering process. Despite this, only a few countries manufacture such equipment, leading most Korean facilities to rely on imported LNG pumps.

The client had secured core technologies and completed prototype development to localize LNG pump production but lacked the in-house infrastructure to verify pump performance through testing. Based on its EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Commissioning) expertise in cryogenic gas systems, E&CO undertook a review and enhancement of the completed basic design to establish the necessary testing infrastructure.

Following the design optimization, E&CO proceeded with detailed engineering and obtained all required permits, including KGS (Korea Gas Safety) technical reviews, mid-phase inspections, and final approvals for a high-pressure gas manufacturing facility. Simultaneously, the company managed equipment procurement, installation, construction supervision, and final commissioning.

With the successful completion of this test facility and its operational launch, the client is now positioned to accelerate technological development and performance validation of domestic LNG cryogenic pumps. E&CO’s contribution is expected to support broader localization efforts and strengthen the supply capacity for Korea’s LNG industry.

21/01/2026

E&CO Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Indonesia’s Lintech, Accelerating Expansion into Southeast Asian Market

[January 12, 2026] –E&CO Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “E&CO) has announced the signing of a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with PT. Lintech Duta Pratama (hereinafter "Lintech"), a leading heavy industry company in Indonesia. This partnership aims to expand E&CO’s energy equipment business across the Indonesian and Southeast Asian markets.
The agreement was established to create synergies by combining the strengths of both companies in the storage, supply, and transportation sectors of LNG and cryogenic liquefied gases (LPG, LNH3, etc.) within Indonesia.

Customized Technical Cooperation and Expansion of Business Scope
Under this agreement, E&CO will provide its proprietary design technology and know-how for cryogenic facilities, while Lintech will support project execution based on its local manufacturing qualifications and production infrastructure in Indonesia. The two parties will collaborate closely across all stages of future individual projects, including Design, Manufacturing, Procurement, Project Management, and Technical Support.

The main target businesses for cooperation include:
• Storage and Supply Facilities: LNG and cryogenic/low-flash point liquefied gas storage systems, vessels, skids, structures, etc.
• Transport Equipment: ISO tank containers, tank lorries, etc.
• LNG-Fueled Ships: Equipment for carriers, tugboats, patrol ships, etc.

Establishing a Strategic Foothold Beyond Indonesia into Southeast Asia
Through this collaboration, E&CO anticipates three core strategic benefits:
1. Successful entry into the rapidly growing Indonesian energy market and strengthening of the local network.
2. Securing a dominant market share in the cryogenic tank sector, leveraging E&CO’s core competencies.
3. Establishing a strategic bridgehead to expand business operations into other Southeast Asian countries, using Indonesia as a hub.

An E&CO representative stated, “This collaboration with Lintech, which holds a solid position in Indonesia’s heavy industry sector, is a significant opportunity to prove E&CO’s technical excellence in the global market. Beyond mere technical support, we aim to become a key partner in building Indonesia’s energy infrastructure and achieve mutual growth.”

19/01/2026

E&CO Co., Ltd. Participates in Investment Briefing for the Egypt Suez Canal Green Energy Infrastructure Construction

On December 16, 2025, an investment briefing for the Egypt Suez Canal Green Energy Infrastructure Construction was held at Hotel P in Haeundae-gu, Busan. The event was hosted and organized by the Fire Insurers Laboratories of Korea (FILK) under the Korea Fire Protection Association (KFPA), with participating companies including Hyundai Corporation, E&CO Co., Ltd. and others.

The project, launched in May 2024, aims to convert diesel-powered service vessels operating in the Suez Canal to low-carbon fuels (LNG) by establishing storage, supply, and operational training systems. E&CO Co., Ltd. is responsible for the design of LNG bunkering facilities, development of a Fuel Gas Supply System (FGSS) for LNG ferries, supply of QCDC loading arms, as well as on-site piping and electrical work. In addition, the company will build training equipment to cultivate technical experts in LNG storage, transportation, supply, and safety management.

Now in its third year, the project includes the delivery and installation of LNG bunkering equipment at a site near Port Said owned by the Suez Canal Authority. Under E&CO’s supervision, facility installation will be completed and commissioned by next year. Furthermore, E&CO’s training systems will be deployed at the LNG Training Center under the Suez Canal Authority, where hands-on training will be conducted for system operation and maintenance. The center is expected to produce 100 certified professionals annually, including general facility managers, transportation facility operators, storage supervisors, and city gas safety officers.

Through this project, E&CO.,Ltd. aims to demonstrate their global competitiveness in FGSS and LNG bunkering infrastructure, solidifying their position as a leader in the eco-friendly energy onshore and offshore sector.

23/12/2025

Completion of Engineering for Ammonia Demonstration Facility

In October 2025, E&CO Co., Ltd. successfully completed an engineering project for the retrofit of ammonia demonstration facility owned by Company S.

The primary objective of this project was to develop detailed P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) based on the client’s existing PFD (Process Flow Diagram) and H&MB (Heat & Material Balance), as well as to specify the technical requirements for equipment, valves, and instrumentation. E&CO also carried out 2D piping and equipment layout design, piping stress calculations, and 3D modeling, which was later integrated with the client’s existing 3D model.

Upon submission of the final deliverables, E&CO conducted a HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) to identify potential safety risks and operational issues. Following the review, the company delivered an updated P&ID reflecting both client-requested revisions and HAZOP findings.

The final engineering documents will serve as the foundation for the upcoming construction phase, which includes civil, electrical, and instrumentation work for the ammonia demonstration facility retrofit. Through this project, E&CO once again demonstrated its proven engineering capabilities in the field of ammonia fuel storage and supply systems.

08/12/2025

E&CO Co., Ltd. was awarded an official commendation from Jeonbuk Regional Small and Medium Venture Business Administration

On November 27, 2025, E&CO Co., Ltd. was honored with a commendation from the Jeonbuk Regional Small and Medium Venture Business Administration during the 2025 Startup and Technology Innovation Expo, held at the beautiful convention center in Jeonju. The event was hosted by Jeonbuk State and co-organized by the Jeonbuk Regional Small and Medium Venture Business Administration and Startups and the Jeonbuk Business Incubation Association. E&CO’s Jeonbuk branch was selected as an exemplary company and recognized with the award for its outstanding contributions to startup success.

During the award ceremony, Chief Manager Woo-jin Song presented on behalf of CEO Byunggeun Song, sharing E&CO’s success stories and key projects related to eco-friendly energy plant EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Commissioning). In addition, the company hosted an on-site exhibition booth where attendees could learn more about E&CO’s products and innovations, offering opportunities for mutual exchange and technical engagement.

Following this recognition, E&CO aims to further strengthen its role in building safe and efficient energy infrastructure and contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of fuel plant systems within Jeonbuk State, leveraging its holding eco-friendly energy technologies.

31/10/2025

31/10/2025

E&CO Co., Ltd. signs Investment Agreement with Yangsan City

On October 28, 2025, E&CO Co., Ltd. signed an investment agreement worth KRW 8 billion (approximately USD 6 million) with Yangsan City during the 2025 Gyeongsangnam-do Investment Promotion Forum held at the Westin Josun Hotel in Seoul. Under the agreement, the company plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in the Gasan General Industrial Complex in Yangsan.

E&CO Co., Ltd. specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced equipment and storage/supply systems for low-carbon fuels such as LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen. Through this relocation and expansion, the company aims to enhance manufacturing efficiency, accelerate technological innovation, and secure the infrastructure needed to respond to growing global demand for carbon-neutral energy solutions. The new facility is expected to strengthen E&CO’s production base and bolster its future export capabilities.

Yangsan City has pledged to provide comprehensive administrative support throughout the entire investment process, including permitting, infrastructure development, and facility construction, to ensure E&CO can carry out the project smoothly and efficiently.

This investment will enable E&CO to establish a new green manufacturing hub, while reinforcing its domestic production capacity and laying the groundwork for global market expansion.

주식회사 이앤코, 양산시와 투자유치 협약체결

주식회사 이앤코가 2025년 10월 28일, 웨스틴조선서울호텔에서 열린 '2025 경상남도 투자유치설명회’에서 양산시와 총 80억원 규모의 투자협약을 체결하고, 양산시 가산일반산업단지 내 신규 공장 설립을 추진한다.

당사는 LNG, 암모니아, 수소 등 저탄소 연료 기반의 특수 가스 설비 및 저장·공급 시스템을 전문적으로 개발·제조해 온 기업으로, 이번 양산 이전을 통해 제조 효율성 및 기술 혁신 기반 강화, 향후 글로벌 수출 및 탄소중립 수요 대응에 필요한 인프라를 확보하게 될 전망이다. 특히, 생산설비의 효율성과 기술혁신 역량을 높여 글로벌 탄소중립 에너지 수요에 발맞춘 공급역량을 갖추겠다는 계획이다.

양산시는 이번 투자를 계기로 이앤코가 안정적으로 투자와 사업을 진행할 수 있도록 인허가 절차, 기반시설 조성, 공장 설비 구축 등 전 과정에 맞춤형 행정지원을 제공할 예정이다. 이번 투자로 이앤코는 새로운 친환경 제조 거점을 확보함과 동시에, 국내 생산 역량을 강화하고 글로벌 시장 진출에 필요한 기반을 다지는 계기를 마련하게 됐다.

31/10/2025

Completion of basic and detailed design for ammonia demonstration facility in B city, Jeollanam-do

E&CO Co., Ltd. has successfully completed the basic and detailed engineering for the construction of an eco-friendly ammonia fuel supply system and related infrastructure, under contract with Research Institute A. The project is located in B City, Jeollanam-do, and was carried out to lay the foundation for future deployment of an ammonia-based fuel supply facility.

While the purpose of the design work was to prepare for the establishment of a new ammonia system, the more critical objective was to ensure compatibility with an existing ammonia fuel supply system already in operation by the end-user institution, C. This required the newly designed system to be functionally and physically integrated with the preexisting infrastructure.

Prior to commencing detailed engineering, E&CO Co., Ltd. conducted a site investigation to analyze local conditions. The system was then designed to match the fuel requirements of an ammonia-diesel dual-fuel engine, with a focus on spatial efficiency. Each equipment component was strategically segregated by fuel type and arranged to ensure optimal performance within the site’s limited footprint, while also maintaining full compatibility with the existing system.

Key tasks included equipment layout design, piping and valve arrangement, 3D modeling, geological investigation for the storage system, and detailed civil design for ammonia fuel storage units. All designs and documentation were prepared in compliance with applicable regulatory codes, including the High-Pressure Gas Safety Control Act (KGS), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (PSM), the Chemical Control Act, and the Hazardous Materials Safety Control Act. Required approval documents were submitted, and safety workshops such as HAZID and HAZOP were conducted to identify potential hazards and operational risks within the facility.

This contract, aimed at securing technical feasibility for the construction of an ammonia fuel storage and supply system, concluded with successful safety validation and final design approval from the Korea Gas Safety Corporation (KGS).

전라남도 B시 암모니아 실증 설비 기본, 상세설계 완료

주식회사 이앤코가 A 연구기관과 체결한 친환경 암모니아 연료공급 장치 및 시스템 구축을 위한 암모니아 설비 기본, 상세설계 용역을 완료했다. 이번 설계 용역은 전라남도 B시에 암모니아 연료공급 장치 및 설비를 구축하기 전 수행하는 설계용역이지만, 더 중요한 목표는 C 최종 운영기관이 이미 보유하고 있는 암모니아 연료공급 설비와 연계하여 설비를 운영하는 것이었다.

이를 위해 당사는 상세설계를 진행하기에 앞서 현지조사를 실시했다. 이후 암모니아-디젤 이중연료 엔진의 연료 조건에 맞게 설계를 실시했으며, 한정적인 공간 내에서 시스템을 운용할 수 있도록 각 연료별 기자재를 구분하고 효율적으로 배치하여 기존 설비와 호환 가능한 시스템을 구성하는 데에 초점을 맞췄다.

주요 업무 수행 범위에는 설치 장비, 배관, 밸브의 설계와 3D 모델링 그리고 저장설비 지질조사를 포함한 기본설계, 연료저장설비 장비 상세 배치도를 포함한 토목 상세 설계와 기술사양 선정이 포함됐다. 모든 설계 작업은 KGS(고압가스 안전관리법), PSM(산업안전보건법), 화학물질관리법, 위험물안전관리법 등 관계법령 및 규정을 준수하여 수행했고, 각 법령별 승인도서 또한 작성됐으며, 설비관련 위해도 평가 (HAZID, HAZOP) 회의를 통해 설비 내 존재할 수 있는 위험 요소 식별과 운전상 발생할 수 있는 원인을 파악하여 개선했다.

추후 암모니아 저장 및 공급설비를 구축하기 위한 기술적 타당성 확보가 필요했던 이번 계약은 설계 안정성 검토와 최종 승인을 KGS (한국가스안전공사)로부터 획득함으로써 마무리됐다.

12/09/2025

Participation in the 2025 Everllence Industries Forum

E&CO LTD. participated in the 2025 Everllence Industries Forum held from September 4 to 5, 2025, at the F Hotel in Songdo, Busan, upon invitation from Everllence Korea (formerly MAN Energy Solutions). This forum was organized to mark the company's recent rebranding, providing an opportunity to introduce its products and engage in discussions on heat energy transition solutions for sustainable business operations with clients and industry stakeholders.

Under the slogan “Moving Big Things to Zero,” Everllence presented its roadmap for decarbonization solutions, focusing on key business areas such as CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage), CHP (Combined Heat and Power), and future fuel digital technologies.

The forum featured technical sessions on gas engines and heat pump technologies, which are directly relevant to E&CO's business areas. In addition to the Q&A sessions, attendees gained valuable insights into broader industrial trends, including developments in the steel and paper industries. While the industries differ, the principle of extracting energy by transferring low-grade heat to high-grade heat and regulating fluid states through pressure increases was recognized as a shared strategy essential to achieving decarbonization and climate goals.

Through this forum, E&CO LTD. reaffirmed the importance of continuous investment in technological innovation and the development of EPC capabilities aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the gas plant sector, in alignment with evolving government policies and global decarbonization trends.

2025 Everllence Industries Forum 참석

주식회사 이앤코는 Everllence Korea (前Man Energy Solutions)의 초청으로 2025년 9월 4일부터 5일까지 양일 간 부산 송도 F호텔에서 개최된 2025 Everllence Industries Forum에 참석했다. 이번 포럼은 Everllence Korea가 사명을 변경한 후 고객 및 관계자들을 초청하여 금번 리브랜딩과 자사 제품들을 소개하고 지속가능한 사업 운영을 위한 열에너지 전환 솔루션에 대해 참석자들과 소통하는 자리였다.

Everllence는 탈탄소화 (Decarbonization) 솔루션을 위한 전략 수립을 목표로 삼고, Moving big things to Zero를 모토로 삼아 주요 사업인 CCUS (Carbon capture), CHP (Combined Heat and Power), 미래 연료 디지털 솔루션 등에 대해 프레젠테이션을 진행했다.

당사와 직접적인 연관성이 있는 가스 엔진, Heat Pump 제품과 기술에 대해 설명 후 질의 응답하는 시간을 가졌을 뿐만 아니라, 비전문적인 철강, 재지 산업의 동향에 대해서도 주시하고 경험할 수 있는 좋은 기회를 가졌다. 업종은 달라도 저열원의 에너지를 고열원으로 이동시키고, 압력을 올려서 유체의 상태를 조절하여 에너지를 얻는 원리는 탈탄소라는 기후변화 대응의 핵심적인 목표를 달성하기 위해서 공통적으로 필요한 과정으로 보였다.

이번 포럼을 통해 이앤코도 정부 정책과 시대적 흐름에 대응하기 위해 가스 플랜트 산업에서 탄소 배출을 줄이는 EPC 사업을 수행 역량 개발과 기술 혁신에 지속적으로 투자할 필요성을 상기하게 됐다.