50 Years of Quality. A Lifetime of Trust.

Kwang Myung Ink Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (KMI) celebrated its 50th anniversary on September 1, 2026, marking five decades of growth, innovation and commitment to the printing ink industry.

 

Founded on September 1, 1976, KMI has grown from a Korean printing ink manufacturer into a global supplier serving customers in 65 countries, with approximately 70% of its sales generated from overseas markets.

 

The 50th Anniversary Ceremony, held at the Lotte Hotel Busan, brought together employees and their families to reflect on KMI's 50-year journey and share its vision for the future. Congratulatory video messages from customers and business partners around the world were also presented, highlighting the long-standing relationships and trust KMI has built across global markets.

 

Vision 2036: 80 · 80 · 40 · 15

During the ceremony, KMI announced Vision 2036, a ten-year roadmap designed to strengthen the company's global presence and accelerate its transformation toward higher-value specialty ink technologies.

 

By 2036, KMI aims to achieve four key objectives:

• Increase overseas sales from approximately 70% to 80%
• Expand its global presence from 65 to 80 countries
• Increase the share of high-value products, including LED UV, Waterless and Security Inks, from approximately 20% to 40%
• Expand the number of market segments in which KMI holds the No. 1 market position from 7 to 15

These goals represent more than growth in scale. They reflect KMI's strategic transformation:

From a Premium Brand in Commodity Inks to a High-Tech Premium Brand in Specialty Inks.

Through continued investment in technology and innovation, KMI will focus on products and markets where its expertise in quality, performance and technical support can create greater value for customers.

 

Toward KMI 2076

Looking beyond Vision 2036, KMI has set its sights on its 100th anniversary in 2076.

KMI's long-term ambition is not simply to become the world's largest ink manufacturer, but to become:

“The World's Most Trusted Ink Company.”

KMI describes this long-term philosophy as “Last Man Standing” — not simply being the last company remaining, but continuing to develop technology, manufacture high-quality inks and provide reliable supply to customers through every transformation of the printing industry.

 

As KMI begins its next 50 years, the company will continue to build on the values that have defined its first half-century: Quality, Innovation and Trust.

50 Years of Quality. A Lifetime of Trust.
Toward KMI 2076