Namgwangho is a fishing company located at 48 Jingulbi-gil, Beopseong-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do, operated by CEO Choi Jae-woon. It is a small-scale enterprise engaged in coastal gillnet fishing, employing 1 to 4 workers.

Business Areas

• Coastal Gillnet Fishing: Namgwangho's main business area is coastal gillnet fishing. Coastal gillnet fishing is a method that uses fishing vessels with a total tonnage of less than 10 tons to set long strip-shaped nets where fish pass, catching them by getting them stuck or entangled in the mesh. This fishing method must use fishing gear and quantities specified by the provincial governor to protect marine resources and coordinate with other fishing operations.

Products

• Croaker (Ingredient for Yeonggwang Gulbi): Coastal gillnet fishing in the Beopseongpo area of Yeonggwang-gun primarily catches croaker, which is used as the main ingredient for Yeonggwang Gulbi. Yeonggwang Gulbi, being low in fat and rich in minerals like iron and vitamins, has been considered a precious food since ancient times.

Special Notes

• Linkage with local specialties: Beopseongpo, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do, where Namgwangho is located, is the home of Yeonggwang Gulbi (dried croaker), boasting excellent drying conditions utilizing the 'Hani' wind from the West Sea, a unique natural environment. These regional characteristics provide the foundation for caught croaker to be processed into high-quality Yeonggwang Gulbi.
• Traditional fishing methods: Coastal gillnet fishing is a traditional fishing method with a long history, forming an important part of the local fisheries industry. It is closely linked to the local community and adheres to regulations and adjustments for sustainable fishing activities.

💡 A Word from JobPloy
Namgwangho is a small-scale coastal gillnet fishing company located in Beopseong-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do. It primarily catches croaker, and this region is famous for Yeonggwang Gulbi. Fishing operations can vary depending on weather and season, and there can be many physically demanding tasks. Early morning departures are frequent, and raising and lowering nets are the main tasks. As a small workplace, there is a high possibility of working in a family-like atmosphere. It can be an opportunity to experience Korea's traditional fishing culture.