GBike (CEO Jongsoo Yoon), which operates GCOO, South Korea's leading personal mobility (PM) sharing service platform, announced on the 11th that it has received the '2024 Korea ICT Award' Minister's Citation in the field of digital talent, recognized by the Ministry of Science and ICT for its contributions to the development of the ICT industry.

The '2024 Korea ICT Award' is designed to discover outstanding ICT companies leading digital innovation, and to enhance the national awareness of ICT companies and industries, thereby boosting the morale of those involved.

This award acknowledges GBike's contributions through its innovative business model leveraging ICT technology, which boosted the national economy and strengthened competitiveness, along with its efforts in creating quality jobs, improving workers' capabilities, and enhancing the working environment.

Through its personal mobility platform, GCOO, GBike supports convenient short-distance travel for people, addressing urban traffic issues and engaging in environmental protection. The efficient operational system incorporating data analysis and AI technology maximized user convenience and significantly improved accessibility by resolving local transportation blind spots. This technological innovation has positioned it as a sustainable mobility service model, and GBike is recognized as a unique leading company in the domestic shared mobility market.

GBike creates hundreds of jobs across the country and promotes co-prosperity with local communities. Particularly, it operates an inclusive employment policy by significantly expanding hiring of seniors and people with disabilities, fulfilling its social responsibility. Additionally, through various programs for employee growth and welfare, it supports continuous self-development for workers and is making multifaceted efforts to provide a safe and pleasant working environment.

Jongsoo Yoon, CEO of GBike, stated, "Receiving the Minister's Citation from the Ministry of Science and ICT is the result of GBike's continuous efforts toward ICT technology innovation and sustainable growth," adding, "We will use this award as a catalyst to pursue more active innovation and social value realization, and contribute to the development of Korea's ICT industry."