- Successfully signed an export contract with European home appliance distributor Mares… Initial shipment of thousand units, with plans to increase volume.
- Targets Europe's high food waste disposal costs… Minix food waste compost dryer, a compact electric composter, chosen as a strategic solution.
- Participating in the Chicago Housewares Show (HIS)… Aims to elevate the status of Korean home appliances in the U.S., the heart of the industry.
SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AtHome (CEO Yang Jeong-ho) is gaining momentum both domestically and internationally with its home appliance brand Minix, which aims to maximize space efficiency. Minix's flagship product, the food waste compost dryer, has sold 150,000 units in South Korea within just 17 months since its launch in September 2023. In light of this success, AtHome has designated the Minix food waste compost dryer as a strategic product for global expansion and has begun securing overseas distribution channels.
On February 5, AtHome officially signed an export contract with Mares, a European home appliance distributor with over 40 years of experience and headquartered in Italy. AtHome will supply an initial batch of thousand of Minix food waste compost dryer units, making the product available to European consumers.
AtHome had previously explored entry into the European market by showcasing the Minix food waste compost dryer at the IFA 2024 exhibition in Berlin last September. At the time, the product's excellent performance, affordable pricing, and sleek, compact design attracted interest from multiple local distributors. Additionally, Europe's high food waste disposal costs were a key factor that contributed to securing this export deal.
AtHome is also set to participate in The Inspired Home Show 2025, North America's largest and most prestigious housewares exhibition with a 125-year history. The event will take place from March 2–4 in Chicago, where the company will operate a promotional booth showcasing Minix food waste compost dryer, along with its dishwashers and mini dryers. Given that approximately 40% of food in the U.S. goes to waste, the company anticipates significant consumer interest in its food waste compost dryer, which offers an efficient solution to the country's ongoing food waste problem.
"AtHome's recent Series A investment of KRW 18 billion (approximately USD 13.5 million) from major Korean venture capital firms—including Korea Investment Partners, Shinhan Venture Investment, and Hana Ventures—has played a crucial role in accelerating Minix's global expansion, including its export contract with Mares and participation in international exhibitions," said CEO Yang Jeong-ho. "We will continue to grow Minix as a leading K-appliance brand that is loved worldwide."
SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AtHome (CEO Yang Jeong-ho) is gaining momentum both domestically and internationally with its home appliance brand Minix, which aims to maximize space efficiency. Minix's flagship product, the food waste compost dryer, has sold 150,000 units in South Korea within just 17 months since its launch in September 2023. In light of this success, AtHome has designated the Minix food waste compost dryer as a strategic product for global expansion and has begun securing overseas distribution channels.
On February 5, AtHome officially signed an export contract with Mares, a European home appliance distributor with over 40 years of experience and headquartered in Italy. AtHome will supply an initial batch of thousand of Minix food waste compost dryer units, making the product available to European consumers.
AtHome had previously explored entry into the European market by showcasing the Minix food waste compost dryer at the IFA 2024 exhibition in Berlin last September. At the time, the product's excellent performance, affordable pricing, and sleek, compact design attracted interest from multiple local distributors. Additionally, Europe's high food waste disposal costs were a key factor that contributed to securing this export deal.
AtHome is also set to participate in The Inspired Home Show 2025, North America's largest and most prestigious housewares exhibition with a 125-year history. The event will take place from March 2–4 in Chicago, where the company will operate a promotional booth showcasing Minix food waste compost dryer, along with its dishwashers and mini dryers. Given that approximately 40% of food in the U.S. goes to waste, the company anticipates significant consumer interest in its food waste compost dryer, which offers an efficient solution to the country's ongoing food waste problem.
"AtHome's recent Series A investment of KRW 18 billion (approximately USD 13.5 million) from major Korean venture capital firms—including Korea Investment Partners, Shinhan Venture Investment, and Hana Ventures—has played a crucial role in accelerating Minix's global expansion, including its export contract with Mares and participation in international exhibitions," said CEO Yang Jeong-ho. "We will continue to grow Minix as a leading K-appliance brand that is loved worldwide."
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AtHome expands with great determination into the European and American markets, launching the Minix food waste compost dryer
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- Will collaborate with the Vietnamese government and educational institutions to train construction equipment professionals
- Plans to provide comprehensive support and technical expertise for the entire process leading to WorldSkills Shanghai in September
- "Committed to fostering young technical talent and bolstering industrial competitiveness in Vietnam."
SEOUL, South Korea, April 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HD Construction Equipment, the intermediary holding company of HD Hyundai's construction equipment business, will be expanding its commitment to nurturing global technical talent in the construction machinery sector by supporting Vietnam's national team for WorldSkills.
HD Construction Equipment announced on Sunday, April 5 that it signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Hanoi with the Directorate of Vocational Education and Training, or DVET, under the Vietnamese Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Central College of Transport No. 1 (CCT1), a local vocational training college. The agreement aims to support Vietnam's participation in the WorldSkills competition.
Under this agreement, HD Construction Equipment will assist with the entire process—from training to competition entry—for the Vietnamese national representative competing in the Heavy Vehicle Maintenance category at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, scheduled for this September.
The company plans to offer comprehensive technical training to Nguyen Xuan Khanh, who was selected as the national representative last year. Furthermore, the company will cover all expenses related to this training, including airfare, registration fees, and accommodation, in order to create an optimal environment for the competitor to maximize his performance.
In July of last year, HD Construction Equipment signed an MOU with CCT1, which includes the Green and Smart Construction Equipment Talent Project. This initiative is part of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)'s inclusive business program. The collaboration aims to support the development of smart equipment in Vietnam and to create localized training curricula.
The company has deepened its commitment to Vietnam through a series of key initiatives, including hosting government officials and instructors for training in October, supporting national skills trials in November, and awarding scholarships.
An official from HD Construction Equipment stated, "This collaboration is not just a one-time event; it is part of our commitment to sustainable, locally integrated business practices. We will continue to foster Vietnam's young technical talents, helping them compete on the global stage."
- Will collaborate with the Vietnamese government and educational institutions to train construction equipment professionals
- Plans to provide comprehensive support and technical expertise for the entire process leading to WorldSkills Shanghai in September
- "Committed to fostering young technical talent and bolstering industrial competitiveness in Vietnam."
SEOUL, South Korea, April 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HD Construction Equipment, the intermediary holding company of HD Hyundai's construction equipment business, will be expanding its commitment to nurturing global technical talent in the construction machinery sector by supporting Vietnam's national team for WorldSkills.
HD Construction Equipment announced on Sunday, April 5 that it signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Hanoi with the Directorate of Vocational Education and Training, or DVET, under the Vietnamese Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Central College of Transport No. 1 (CCT1), a local vocational training college. The agreement aims to support Vietnam's participation in the WorldSkills competition.
Under this agreement, HD Construction Equipment will assist with the entire process—from training to competition entry—for the Vietnamese national representative competing in the Heavy Vehicle Maintenance category at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, scheduled for this September.
The company plans to offer comprehensive technical training to Nguyen Xuan Khanh, who was selected as the national representative last year. Furthermore, the company will cover all expenses related to this training, including airfare, registration fees, and accommodation, in order to create an optimal environment for the competitor to maximize his performance.
In July of last year, HD Construction Equipment signed an MOU with CCT1, which includes the Green and Smart Construction Equipment Talent Project. This initiative is part of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)'s inclusive business program. The collaboration aims to support the development of smart equipment in Vietnam and to create localized training curricula.
The company has deepened its commitment to Vietnam through a series of key initiatives, including hosting government officials and instructors for training in October, supporting national skills trials in November, and awarding scholarships.
An official from HD Construction Equipment stated, "This collaboration is not just a one-time event; it is part of our commitment to sustainable, locally integrated business practices. We will continue to foster Vietnam's young technical talents, helping them compete on the global stage."
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HD Construction Equipment to Support Training for Vietnam's National WorldSkills Team
