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History

Background to the project

  • The necessity of constructing a comprehensive
    maritime museum was raised in order to enhance
    the potential of the nation by creating a landmark
    institution reflecting the maritime history of the nation.
  • Allow people to gain an understanding of the maritime
    world in a comprehensive and systematic way
    through the collection, research and exhibition of
    maritime related relics.
  • Activate the regional economy by promoting
    the maritime tourism industry.

THE HUB OF
MARITIME CULTURE

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SUMMARY OF PROJECT

Summary of Project

  • Duration of projectDec. 2009 ~ Jul. 2012
  • Location 301-45 (Dongsam-dong), Haeyang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
  • Size site 45,444㎡, total floor area of 25,870㎡
    (4 stories above ground and 1 story below)
  • Type of construction Civilian investment for rent (BTL: Build-Transfer-Lease)
  1. 2012
    1. 7 The Korea National Maritime Museum opens.
    2. 5 The rights for the operation and management initiated.
    3. 4 Construction was completed.
  2. 2009
    1. 12 Plans for the construction of the Korea National Maritime Museum was approved (Dec. 18) and the construction began (Dec. 31).
    2. 7 Agreement on the construction of the Korea National Maritime Museum was concluded.
  3. 2008
    1. 8 Negotiations for the conclusion of the execution agreement commenced.
    2. 6 The company with the responsibility for the construction of the Korea National Maritime Museum was announced.
      (Tentative name: Maritime Culture Co., Ltd., Taeyeong Consortium)
  4. 2007
    1. 9 Feasibility and eligibility study and the basic plan for the facilities were made.
      The basic plan for the facilities of the Korea National Maritime Museum was announced.
    2. 5 The Advisory Committee for the construction of the Korea National Maritime Museum was instituted.
  5. 2006
    1. 12 Preliminary feasibility study for the project of creating the Korea National Maritime Museum (B/C=1.44)
      The museum was declared a 2007 BTL project during the resolution on the Korea National budget by congress.