06 January 2026 – KR Appoints LEE Yongsok as the 26th Chairman
KR (Korean Register) announced that LEE Yongsok has been appointed as
the 26th Chairman and CEO of KR, following an election held during an
extraordinary meeting of KR’s General Assembly on 23 December 2025.
Since joining KR in 1995, Lee has built extensive experience across a
wide range of technical and management roles, including General Manager
of the Copenhagen Office and General Manager of the Domestic Business
Development Team. Most recently, he has served as Executive Vice
President in charge of KR’s Business Division since 2020.
Upon his appointment, Lee stated, “I feel a strong sense of
responsibility in assuming the role of Chairman at a critical time when
the maritime industry is undergoing structural changes driven by
decarbonization and digital transformation. Through leadership grounded
in open communication, I will work to further strengthen KR’s role and
responsibilities, and contribute to the sustainable development of the
global maritime industry.”
Lee’s three-year term commenced on 23 December 2025 and will run
through to 22 December 2028.
About KR
KR (Korean Register) was established in 1960 with the purpose of
promoting safety of life, property and the protection of the marine
environment. KR currently classes an international fleet of 3,203
vessels totalling 90 million GT. It is headquartered in Busan, South
Korea with a network of 80 offices around the world. KR is authorized to
perform statutory and certification services in 80 countries around the
world.
