In January 2021, GTM’s company announcement described discussions about wider use of seawater slurry ice equipment in South Korea. It reported a proposed first phase of 100 machines, with fishing, seafood retail and hospitality among the applications discussed. The proposal is preserved here as a historical market-development announcement, not a record of delivered equipment.
Company archive. Original announcement: 2021-01-23.
What did the original announcement describe?
The company reported that its Korean representative presented GTM seawater slurry ice equipment during a meeting and referred to television coverage of its use in a supermarket. The central commercial point was a proposed first phase involving 100 machines. The announcement did not include a delivery schedule, commissioning records or an account of completed installations.
The discussion brought together several different equipment needs. Fishing operations must consider available space and power. Seafood retailers need to match production and storage with their handling schedule. Hotels and other hospitality buyers need a configuration that fits their own operating process.
How should a buyer develop a comparable equipment proposal?
A useful proposal starts with operating requirements for each site, rather than a machine count alone. For an equipment review, prepare:
- The intended application and required daily or batch duty.
- Water source, water temperature and available electrical supply.
- Installation space, storage arrangements and distribution requirements.
- A proposed acceptance procedure and the responsibilities of each party.
Today’s GTM machine catalogue provides the shared equipment starting point. The seafood application guide helps organize the process information needed for a quotation.
Buyer questions
Were 100 machines delivered under this announcement?
The source described a planned first phase. It did not document completed delivery or commissioning, so the figure remains a proposal in this archive.
Does the meeting establish an official product endorsement?
A meeting report does not establish a product certification, procurement award or official endorsement. Those would require their own documents.
Does GTMICE currently offer equipment for seafood applications?
Yes. GTMICE supplies slurry ice equipment, with generation, storage, pumping and interfaces considered around the buyer’s application.
Who should I contact about a project in South Korea?
Send your requirements to Roy at sales@gtmice.com or use the seafood equipment enquiry form. Current supply and support arrangements can then be discussed for your project.