Article 1 (Definitions)
'Exhibition' refers to KOREA INDUSTRY EXPO 2026, an event jointly organized by KINTEX and Messe I-Sang.
'Organizer' refers to KINTEX and Messe I-Sang.
'Participant' refers to companies, individuals, institutions, associations, or organizations that have submitted a participation application and received approval from the Organizer.

Article 2 (Application and Contract)
Any party wishing to participate in the Exhibition must review the contract terms, complete and submit a participation application form in the manner designated by the Organizer (online or in writing). The contract is concluded upon the Organizer's approval.

Article 3 (Payment of Participation Fees)
The participation fee refers to the total sum of all itemized costs listed in the participation application.
Participants must pay a deposit of 50% of the total participation fee within 7 days of receiving the invoice, and the remaining balance within 30 days.
If a participant fails to pay the balance by the designated deadline, the Organizer may cancel the participation contract. In such cases, the participant may not request a refund of any fees already paid.
If an application is submitted after the registration deadline, the full booth rental fee must be paid in its entirety.

Article 4 (Contract Amendment and Termination)
Amendment: A participant may request changes to the details of their participation contract up to 90 days before the opening of the Exhibition. The Organizer may approve such requests within the scope that does not disrupt exhibition operations.
Cancellation (Termination): If a participant wishes to terminate the contract, they must express this intention in writing and pay the penalty fees to the Organizer as specified in Article 5.
If a participant refuses to use all or part of their assigned booth space, or fails to pay the participation fee by the deadline, the Organizer may terminate the contract. In such cases, fees already paid will not be refunded.
If a participant withdraws from participation without the Organizer's approval, fees already paid will not be refunded.

Article 5 (Cancellation Penalties)
If a participant cancels their participation, the following penalty fees must be paid to the Organizer within 15 days.
Any fees already paid will be deducted from the penalty amount; any shortfall must be additionally paid.

Cancellation PeriodPenalty Rate100 to 60 days before the opening50%59 to 30 days before the opening80%29 days to the day before the opening100%

Settlement must be completed within 15 days from the date the participant notifies of cancellation. If not settled within this period, the Organizer may pursue a penalty claim to recover the amount.
After deducting the penalty from fees already paid per Article 5(2), any remaining balance will be refunded. No interest will be paid on refunded amounts.

Article 6 (Booth Assignment)
A booth refers to the exclusive space assigned to a participant for the purpose of promoting and/or selling their exhibits.
The Organizer assigns booth locations based on considerations for the rational management of the Exhibition.
The Organizer may change an assigned booth location if operationally necessary.
Participants must accept such changes and may not claim compensation for them.

Article 7 (Prohibition on Booth Transfer)
Participants may not transfer all or part of their assigned booth space to a third party without the Organizer's approval.
If a participant wishes to share their space with an affiliated company (parent, subsidiary, branch, agency, etc.), they must obtain the Organizer's approval and submit a separate participation application under the affiliated company's name.

Article 8 (Exhibit Management)
Exhibit Restrictions: The Organizer may restrict the display of any item that falls under the following categories:

(a) Items not declared in advance, inconsistent with the application, or not approved for display
(b) Items that pose a safety risk or are incompatible with the nature of the Exhibition
(c) Items inappropriate for sale or promotion due to trademark infringement or other legal issues
(d) Direct retail sales conducted without the Organizer's permission
(e) Items or behaviors likely to cause disputes with other participants, visitor complaints, public disturbance, or other disruptions to the smooth operation of the Exhibition

The Organizer may selectively exclude or restrict certain exhibits or display activities during the Exhibition on the grounds listed above, without refunding participation fees.
The Organizer may restrict specific individuals from entering the exhibition hall if necessary.
Participants must station personnel within their assigned booth at all times during the Exhibition to manage exhibits and take all necessary security, safety, and insurance measures to prevent accidents.
The Organizer will provide basic security through a contracted security service; however, unless the Organizer's intentional or gross negligence is proven, the ultimate responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to exhibits lies with the participant.

Article 9 (Booth Setup and Display)
Participants must complete the setup and arrangement of all exhibits within their assigned booth space during the designated period.

Article 10 (Removal of Exhibits and Fixtures)
Participants must remove all exhibits and fixtures within the designated period. Any costs incurred by the Organizer due to delayed removal must be paid to the Organizer immediately.

Article 11 (Liability for Defects and Performance)
Responsibility for product defects, product liability, and damages rests solely with the participant. The Organizer bears no obligation to resolve such disputes.
The Organizer bears no responsibility for the fulfillment of any commercial transactions — including settlement, delivery, returns, or cancellations — related to goods or services provided to visitors by participants.

Article 12 (Security, Risk, and Insurance)
The Organizer will arrange appropriate security services during the Exhibition period. Participants and other service contractors must follow the instructions of security personnel.
Participants bear full responsibility for any damage or theft of exhibits, equipment, facilities, or fixtures within their assigned booth during the Exhibition period (from setup to dismantling). Participants must immediately notify the Organizer of any incidents and hold the Organizer harmless.
If a participant causes a fire, theft, damage, or other accident through intentional or negligent conduct resulting in loss to the Organizer or others, the participant bears full liability for compensation. Obtaining insurance for property and personal injury is also the participant's responsibility.

Article 13 (Facilities and Safety Management)
Participants must inspect their booth environment before opening hours to ensure safe operation and check all safety elements at closing time.
Participants bear responsibility for all personal injury and property damage occurring in their assigned booth space and in common areas during the Exhibition period (from setup to dismantling).
Participants are obligated to protect all facilities installed by the Organizer and the venue's physical structures (floors, ceilings, pillars, walls, etc.) from contamination, damage, or deterioration. Alterations using paint, adhesives, or similar materials are prohibited. Participants must restore all facilities to their original condition upon conclusion of the Exhibition.
If a participant's restoration is delayed or insufficient, the Organizer may carry out the necessary restoration work and charge the costs to the participant.
All booth structures and fixtures must comply with fire safety regulations regarding non-combustible and flame-retardant materials. The Organizer may require participants to implement fire prevention measures when necessary.
Participants bear full responsibility for any electrical short circuits or fires occurring within their assigned space during the Exhibition period.
Appropriate safety barriers must be installed around any area where live product demonstrations are conducted.
The bringing of explosives, flammable materials, or other hazardous substances into the exhibition hall is prohibited.
When using electricity, gas, compressed air, or water/drainage systems, relevant contractors must regularly inspect booth equipment and test operations. After each day's close, all safety measures must be verified before leaving. Any defects found must be repaired immediately and reported to the Organizer.
Participants must also comply with the Yashobhoomi Exhibition Hall Operating Guidelines, the Event Safety Management Guidelines, and the Work Manual. Participants are responsible for any issues arising from non-compliance.

Article 14 (Additional Charges)
If a participant uses the exhibition hall beyond the designated setup, exhibition, dismantling, or operating hours, the Organizer may charge additional fees.
Such additional fees must be paid before the conclusion of the Exhibition. Failure to pay may result in restrictions on the removal of exhibits.

Article 15 (Cancellation or Modification of the Exhibition)
If the Organizer cancels the Exhibition, all participation fees already paid will be fully refunded. However, if the Exhibition is cancelled, postponed, or reduced in scope due to special circumstances, force majeure, or other reasons not attributable to the Organizer, no refund will be made. In such cases, participants may not claim compensation from the Organizer.

Article 16 (Supplementary Provisions)
The Organizer may establish supplementary provisions not specified in these regulations when necessary.
Such supplementary provisions shall form part of these regulations and must be observed by all participants.

Article 17 (Dispute Resolution)
Any disputes between the Organizer and participants regarding the interpretation of these regulations, or concerning their respective rights and obligations, shall be resolved by arbitration through the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board. Arbitration decisions shall be final and may not be appealed to a court of law.

Article 18 (Ethics Policy)
Participants shall not bear any costs beyond those stipulated in this contract (participation fees and additional charges under operational guidelines). Payments must not be made to individual employees or third parties in place of the company's official account, and no monetary gifts or entertainment related to the Exhibition shall be provided.
If a participant attends the Exhibition without a completed application form or under conditions different from those stated therein, participation fees must be paid based on the actual services rendered.
Participants acknowledge that violations of the above provisions — including condoning unauthorized services, accepting bribes, or providing entertainment — constitute occupational breach of trust and bribery offenses, and they do not deny criminal liability for such acts.

Article 19 (Data Protection)
Unless lawful third-party data sharing consent has been obtained from visitors, the Organizer may not provide any visitor information to participants.
Even for visitors who have visited a participant's booth or have been personally invited by a participant, the Organizer may not share their information without the consent described above.

Article 20 (Compliance with Industrial Safety Laws)
During the period in which a participant constructs or occupies their assigned space, effective management authority over that space belongs to the participant. The participant, as the responsible party under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, must fulfill all applicable safety obligations. The participant bears full responsibility for any industrial accidents or personal injuries arising from non-compliance. For areas outside the assigned space, participants must coordinate their work in harmony with other exhibits and follow the work-stop authority and other instructions of the safety/security agency entrusted by the Organizer.
If an industrial accident causing injury or other damage occurs due to the participant's failure or negligence in fulfilling their obligations under paragraph 1, the participant bears full responsibility. However, in the event of a natural disaster, emergency, or equivalent force majeure, liability for damages shall be determined through mutual agreement between the parties.

KOREA INDUSTRY EXPO 2026
KINTEX and Messe I-Sang (hereinafter 'the Company') establish and disclose the following Personal Information Processing Policy in accordance with Article 30 of the Personal Information Protection Act, in order to protect the personal information of data subjects and to handle related grievances promptly and smoothly.

Article 1 (Purpose of Collection and Use of Personal Information)
The Company collects and processes personal information for the following purposes. The personal information being processed will not be used for any purpose other than those listed below. If the purpose of use changes, the Company will take necessary measures such as obtaining separate consent in accordance with Article 18 of the Personal Information Protection Act.
1. Confirmation of exhibition participation applications, changes, and cancellations
2. Contract guidance and booth assignment
3. Confirmation of participation fee payments and related notifications
4. Guidance on exhibit setup, display, removal, and related safety regulations
5. Other notifications necessary for exhibition participation
6. Marketing and advertising useThe Company processes personal information for purposes including providing new and personalized services, delivering event and promotional information, offering participation opportunities, and providing services and advertisements tailored to demographic characteristics.The Company may also contact data subjects using their personal information for the purpose of promoting goods or services or soliciting sales.
7. Personal information collected and current status· Items collected: Company name (organization name), business registration number, representative's name, type of business, business category, email address, login ID, password, name, address, phone number, mobile number, fax number· Collection methods: Online participation application via website, written forms, online/offline events· Basis for retention: Consent to privacy policy upon membership registration

Article 2 (Processing and Retention Period of Personal Information)
1. The Company processes and retains personal information within the period of retention and use as required by law or as agreed upon when collecting personal information from the data subject.
2. The processing and retention periods for each category of personal information are as follows: 1) Website membership registration and management: Until withdrawal from the website. However, if any of the following circumstances apply, until the conclusion of said circumstances:· If an investigation is ongoing due to a violation of relevant laws and regulations: until the conclusion of such investigation2) Provision of goods or services: Until the completion of supply of goods/services and settlement of payments. However, if any of the following circumstances apply, until the conclusion of the relevant period:
· Records related to transactions such as display/advertising, contract details, and fulfillment under the Act on Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce:· Records of display and advertising: 6 months
· Records of contracts, withdrawal of offers, payment, and supply of goods: 5 years
· Records of consumer complaints or dispute resolution: 3 years

Article 3 (Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties)
1. The Company processes personal information only within the scope specified in Article 1 (Purpose of Processing Personal Information), and may provide personal information to third parties only in cases that fall under Article 17 of the Personal Information Protection Act, such as with the consent of the data subject or under special provisions of law.
2. The Company may provide personal information to third parties as follows:· Recipients: Institutions with marketing agreements with the Company, organizations operating exhibition consultation sessions, organizations sending exhibition newsletters, organizations conducting exhibition satisfaction surveys· Purpose of use by recipients: Providing exhibition/convention services, co-hosting events, marketing and advertising· Items provided: Email address, name, address, phone number, mobile number

Article 4 (Entrustment of Personal Information Processing)
1. The Company entrusts personal information processing as follows for smooth business operations:· (Entruster): The Company / (Trustee): MICE-N· Scope of entrusted work: Management of the KOREA INDUSTRY EXPO 2026 participation registration website· Period of entrustment: Until termination of the entrustment contract
2. When concluding entrustment contracts, the Company specifies in writing matters such as the prohibition of processing personal information beyond the scope of the entrusted work, technical and administrative protection measures, restrictions on re-entrustment, supervision of the trustee, and liability for damages, in accordance with Article 25 of the Personal Information Protection Act. The Company supervises the trustee to ensure safe processing of personal information.
3. If the content of the entrusted work or the trustee changes, the Company will disclose such changes through this Privacy Policy without delay.

Article 5 (Rights and Obligations of Data Subjects and How to Exercise Them)
1. Data subjects may exercise the following rights with respect to the Company at any time:· Request to access personal information· Request for correction of errors· Request for deletion· Request to suspend processing
2. The rights described in paragraph 1 may be exercised via written request, phone, email, or fax directed to the Company, and the Company will respond without delay.
3. If a data subject requests correction or deletion of erroneous personal information, the Company will not use or provide the relevant personal information until the correction or deletion is completed.
4. Rights under paragraph 1 may be exercised through a legal representative or an authorized agent of the data subject. In such cases, a power of attorney in the form prescribed by Annex No. 11 of the Enforcement Rules of the Personal Information Protection Act must be submitted.
5. Data subjects must not infringe upon the personal information or privacy of themselves or others processed by the Company in violation of the Personal Information Protection Act or other applicable laws.

Article 6 (Categories of Personal Information Processed)
The Company processes the following categories of personal information:
1. Website membership registration and management· Required items: Company name (organization name), business registration number, representative's name, type of business, email address, login ID, password, name, address, phone number, mobile number· Optional items: Business category, fax number
2. Service provision· Required items: Company name (organization name), business registration number, representative's name, type of business, business category, email address, login ID, password, name, address, phone number, mobile number· Optional items: Business category, fax number
3. The following personal information items may be automatically generated and collected during the use of internet services:· IP address, cookies, MAC address, service usage records, visit records, records of improper use, etc.

Article 7 (Destruction of Personal Information)
1. The Company destroys personal information without delay when it is no longer necessary, such as upon the expiration of the retention period or the achievement of the processing purpose.
2. If personal information must be retained in accordance with other laws despite the expiration of the agreed retention period or the achievement of the processing purpose, the Company transfers such information to a separate database (DB) or stores it in a separate location.
3. The procedures and methods for destroying personal information are as follows:· Procedure: The Company destroys personal information immediately upon the occurrence of grounds for destruction.· Method: Personal information recorded and stored in electronic file format is destroyed using methods such as database deletion that render the records unrecoverable. Personal information recorded and stored in paper documents is destroyed by shredding or incineration.

Article 8 (Measures to Ensure the Security of Personal Information)
The Company takes the following measures to ensure the security of personal information:
1. Administrative measures: Establishment and implementation of internal management plans, regular employee training, etc.
2. Technical measures: Access control management for personal information processing systems, access restriction, encryption of unique identification information, installation of security programs
3. Physical measures: Access control for server rooms, data storage rooms, etc.

Article 9 (Installation, Operation, and Opt-Out of Automatic Personal Information Collection Devices)
1. The Company may use 'cookies,' which store and retrieve user information, to provide individually customized services to users.
2. Cookies are small pieces of information sent by the server (HTTP) operating the website to the user's web browser and may be stored on the user's PC hard drive.· Purpose of cookies: Used to identify visit and usage patterns for services and websites visited by users, popular search terms, and secure connection status, in order to provide users with optimized information.· Cookie settings and opt-out: Users may refuse cookie storage by adjusting settings via Tools > Internet Options > Privacy in their web browser.· Refusing cookie storage may cause difficulties in using personalized services.

Article 10 (Personal Information Protection Officer)
1. The Company designates a Personal Information Protection Officer to oversee all matters related to personal information processing and to handle complaints and provide remedies for data subjects regarding personal information processing.▶ Personal Information Protection ManagerDepartment: KoINDEX Secretariat, KINTEXName: Contents Business TeamContact: 031-995-8795 / koindex@kintex.com▶ Personal Information Protection OfficerDepartment: KoINDEX Secretariat, KINTEXName: Contents Business TeamContact: 031-995-8795 / koindex@kintex.com
2. Data subjects may direct all inquiries, complaints, and requests for remedies related to personal information that arise from using the Company's services (or business) to the Personal Information Protection Department. The Company will respond and take action without delay.

Article 11 (Requests to Access Personal Information)
Data subjects may submit requests to access personal information pursuant to Article 35 of the Personal Information Protection Act to the department listed below. The Company will endeavor to process such requests promptly.
▶ Department for receiving and processing personal information access requests:
KoINDEX Secretariat, KINTEX / koindex@kintex.com

Article 12 (Remedies for Infringement of Rights)
Data subjects may contact the following organizations for advice or to seek remedies in the event of personal information infringement.
The organizations listed below are independent of the Company. If you are not satisfied with the Company's internal complaint handling or remedy results, or if you require further assistance, please contact them directly.

▶ Personal Information Infringement Report Center (operated by Korea Internet & Security Agency)· Jurisdiction: Reporting personal information infringement, consultation· Website: privacy.kisa.or.kr· Phone: 118 (no area code required)· Address: 3F, Personal Information Infringement Report Center, 9 Jinheung-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do (58324)

▶ Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee
· Jurisdiction: Application for dispute mediation, collective dispute mediation (civil resolution)· Website: www.kopico.go.kr· Phone: 1833-6972 (no area code required)· Address: 4F, Government Seoul Building, 209 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul (03171)

▶ Supreme Prosecutors' Office Cyber Crime Investigation Unit: 02-3480-3573 (www.spo.go.kr)
▶ National Police Agency Cyber Safety Bureau: 182 (http://cyberbureau.police.go.kr)