Chungbuk Center for Creative Economy & Innovation (충북 창조경제혁신센터): Bio and Secondary Batteries, with LG
충북 창조경제혁신센터
Chungbuk CCEI opened 2015-02-04 at 청주SB플라자 in Osong with LG as its 전담 대기업. KISED publishes exactly two focus fields: 바이오 and 이차전지 (secondary batteries).
Located in Osong Bio Valley near Cheongju, the Chungbuk Center for Creative Economy & Innovation carries two published focus fields, 바이오 and 이차전지. The bio half is what the Osong address predicts; the secondary-battery half is not, and it is the one that goes unclaimed.
LG Group Partnership and Osong Bio Hub
Chungbuk CCEI collaborates closely with LG Group. Through LG Chem and LG Household & Health Care, resident startups gain access to specialized chemical analysis labs, LG patent sharing, and cosmetic formulation mentorship.
Because Osong hosts the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) and national bio research institutes, Chungbuk CCEI offers an ideal environment for clinical regulatory compliance.
| Dimension | Centre Profile Details |
|---|---|
| Korean Name | 충북 창조경제혁신센터 |
| Primary Region | 충북 청주시 흥덕구 오송읍 오송생명1로 194-25 (청주SB플라자) 2~3층 |
| Launch Date (출범일) | 2015-02-04 |
| Conglomerate Partner | LG Group |
| Key Specialisations (KISED) | 바이오, 이차전지 |
| Operational Status | Government-designated CCEI |
Incubation Facilities and Bio Acceleration
Chungbuk CCEI manages bio-incubators equipped with cell culture rooms, precision measuring tools, and analytical equipment. Acceleration programs operate on rolling schedules (연중수시) for pre-founders and companies up to seven years old.
The centre also operates specialized bio-venture capital investment funds.
Connecting with Chungbuk CCEI
Check open announcements on the CCEI portal under Chungbuk. Always re-verify official phone numbers and lab facility locations on the centre subsite prior to applying.
Frequently asked questions
- Which conglomerate is partnered with Chungbuk CCEI?
- LG Group (LG Chem, LG Household & Health Care) is the primary conglomerate partner for Chungbuk CCEI.
- What core industries does Chungbuk CCEI specialize in?
- Two published fields: 바이오 (bio) and 이차전지 (secondary batteries). Cosmetics and reagents are Osong cluster activity, not the centre's designated fields.
- Where is Chungbuk CCEI located?
- Chungbuk CCEI is situated in Cheongju and Osong Bio Valley, Korea's national hub for pharmaceutical and healthcare regulation.
- How does LG support bio startups at Chungbuk CCEI?
- LG provides chemical patent licensing, joint R&D labs, and distribution mentorship for cosmetics and health products.
- Who can apply for Chungbuk CCEI incubator slots?
- Pre-startups and early ventures up to 7 years old can apply through rolling calls published on the portal.
Sources
- KISED, CCEI regional dataset현황 (data.go.kr 15047223) — Chungbuk centre profile, partner, launch date, and specialities — read 2026-09-01
- CCEI unified portal (ccei.creativekorea.or.kr) — Chungbuk centre listing — read 2026-09-01
- KISED, CCEI space and incubation line overview — read 2026-09-01
Everything above is the rule as published. See how it applies to your case.