The state-run Korea Gas Corp. started operations at its new headquarters in Daegu on Oct. 1.

Welcomed by city government officials and companies in Daegu after about two weeks of moving, KOGAS CEO Jang Seok-hyo wished the company and employees good luck and future prosperity.

KOGAS’ 64,892-square-meter new building, on which construction began in March 2012, has 13 floors. The building is 50 percent more energy efficient than equivalent-sized buildings to realize cutting-edge, intelligent and green construction, the company said.

With over 800 employees, KOGAS has the most employees out of the 12 public institutions moving to the city. KOGAS’ relocation is expected to largely contribute to Daegu’s economic development as the company will seek policies and businesses for cogrowth with the local community, while engaging with the community in a variety of social responsibility programs, the company said.

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