South Korea, located in East Asia, is characterised by a densely populated urban landscape with an estimated 51 million people, most of whom are concentrated in the metropolitan areas of Seoul, Busan, and Incheon. Despite being a relatively small and mountainous country, South Korea's advanced infrastructure, such as its extensive road and rail networks, has enabled the rapid deployment of technology and telecommunications, including a nationwide 5G network. The country’s Jeju Island, a self-governing province, has become a test bed for electric vehicles and smart grid technologies, supporting the country's renewable energy ambitions. South Korea has a mature technology sector, being home to global electronics giants like Samsung and LG, and a rapidly developing renewable energy sector, with commitments to significantly increase its generation of wind and solar power. This robust infrastructure and commitment to technological innovation make South Korea a significant player in the global technology and telecommunications landscape.

ITU Region
Region-3
Geographic Region
Asia & Pacific
Regulatory Body
Korea Communications Commission KCC
South Korea world map

Mobile Network Operators

The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.

KT Korea Telecom logo

KT

KT Corporation, originally known as Korea Telecom, is a South Korean telecommunications company established in 1981. The company, once entirely state-owned, was the first of its kind in South Korea and has been instrumental in the development of the nation's information technology sector. The National Pension Service of South Korea is currently the largest shareholder, holding 12.19% of shares, but it has no managerial control over the company. In 1994, KT divested its wireless affiliate, Korea Mobile Telecom, but reentered the wireless market in 1997 with the establishment of PCS carrier...
Country
South Korea
LG Uplus logo

LG Uplus

LG Uplus Corp, also known as LG U+, is a South Korean mobile network operator that is a subsidiary of LG Corporation. The company was initially known as LG Telecom but rebranded to its current name on 1st July 2010. LG Uplus is considered the third-largest wireless carrier in South Korea. The company's history dates back to 1996 when LG entered the wireless communications market by acquiring a CDMA license. This led to the establishment of a new carrier named LG Telecom, which went on to build a nationwide digital cellular network. In 1998, LG Telecom launched the world's first commercial...
Country
South Korea

SK Telecom

SK Telecom is a prominent telecommunications provider based in South Korea. The company was established in 1984 and has since been a key player in the country's telecommunications industry. It is a subsidiary of the SK Group, one of the largest chaebols in South Korea, indicating a significant level of corporate ownership and influence.
Country
South Korea