About GBI
GB INTERNATIONAL, INC. / GBI KOREA
One company for program execution, manufacturing and support
GBI operates from the U.S. and Korea, executing defense, government and public-sector programs.
GBI also helps overseas OEMs enter the Korean market and takes products designed and manufactured in Korea to global defense markets.
Who We Are
A company that turns technology
into program wins and long-term sustainment
Defense and government program execution, Korean manufacturing, global OEM cooperation and lifecycle support come together under one accountable team.
Defense, Government & Mission Support
GBI works to the requirements of the ROK military, DAPA, PPS, government and public agencies. Its programs cover surveillance and reconnaissance, C4, air and ground support, unmanned and maritime systems, special operations, MRO and test equipment, and public safety.
From Business Development to Manufacturing & MRO
Opportunity qualification, requirements analysis and compliance, tendering and contracting, technical documentation, quality and inspection, logistics, fabrication and integration in Korea, FAT, installation and training, and warranty, spares and MRO, all under one accountable team.
Korean Defense Manufacturing to Global Markets
Beyond turning overseas technology into programs in Korea, GBI is developing CLOVER wash systems, mission-specific MHE, electronics MRO and DMSMS, EO/IR and ISR localization, and unmanned systems integration as long-term growth platforms.
Core Business Model
A two-way model linking Korean-market execution with Korean manufacturing and export
GBI goes beyond selling overseas products in Korea. It builds the program, product and support structure around each customer’s mission and operating environment.
Korean Defense & Government Execution
GBI qualifies credible opportunities and confirms
the customer, procurement route, specifications, schedule, competition and export conditions.
Global OEM Korea-Market Development
GBI protects technology and channels while managing Korean specifications, proposal and bid,
contract, delivery, local support and follow-on business.
Korean Manufacturing of CLOVER & MHE
GBI designs and builds customer-specific wash and maintenance systems,
jigs, carts, trolleys, cranes, support fixtures and interfaces.
Lifecycle Support & Global Expansion
GBI owns installation, training, warranty, spares, MRO and upgrades,
and expands the overseas reach of its Korean-made products and technical services.
Integrated U.S.–Korea Program Organization
GBI Korea leads every program in Korea,
backed by the U.S. entity, regional offices and the factory
GBI is organized around the functions and responsibilities that overseas OEMs and Korean customers rely on.
Its advisory team of retired senior ROK officers and domain specialists helps GBI understand operational needs,
identify the right user, evaluation and logistics organizations, and support follow-on awards. All activity follows formal, transparent procedures and documented follow-up.
Business development and authorized customer engagement with the ROK military, government and public agencies. Requirements, compliance, evidence map and technical proposals. Management of tender, contract, project and Korean submission documents. Management of inspection, logistics, installation, training, warranty and follow-on business.
Operating Footprint & Roles
Each U.S. and Korean location has its own role, all connected as one business
The U.S. entity and the Busan, Daegu and Gyeonggi locations divide business development, manufacturing and field support among them.
- USA
GB International, Inc.
Bellevue, Washington · Global OEM and partner development, export, commercial and contract work,
U.S. and international business development, and global sourcing and supply-chain support11120 NE 2nd St., Suite 170, Bellevue, WA 98006, USA
T. +1-425-643-0500 · F. +1-425-698-1697
- KOREA
Busan Office · Korea Program HQ
Overall lead for ROK military and government customer engagement, business development, tendering and contracting,
project management, technical, quality and Korean documentation, and delivery and field support#1505, Busan Venture Tower, 22 Mora-ro, Sasang-gu, Busan 46918, Korea
T. +82-51-784-5996~7 · F. +82-51-609-9494
- BUSAN
Busan Factory · Manufacturing & MRO Base
CLOVER and MHE custom design, fabrication and assembly, electrical and controls integration, FAT,
installation and commissioning, spares, repair and MRO261-12 Hakjang-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan, Korea
- DAEGU
Daegu Office · Regional Defense & Field Support
Business development with regional user, logistics and maintenance units,
field engagement, installation, training, post-delivery support and project coordination#401, Bldg. 101, 962-3 Yeongyeong-dong, Buk-gu, Daegu, Korea
- GYEONGGI
Gyeonggi Office · Greater Seoul Support
Point of contact in the Seoul metro area for military, government, public-agency,
research, test, airport and industrial customers, with business development and project support
Milestones
From global sourcing and projects to defense programs, Korean manufacturing and global sustainment
Since founding its U.S. entity in 2007, GBI has grown its procurement and project experience into defense programs and manufacturing capability in Korea.
- 2007
GB International, Inc. established · GBI built its base in overseas manufacturer relations, international procurement, commercial, contracting and supply-chain work, and customer project support.
- 2011
GBI Korea established · GBI strengthened its execution base in Korea for Korean customers, business development, engineering, delivery and field support.
- 2018+
Defense & government expansion · GBI expanded its award, delivery and program execution base with the ROK military, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), the Public Procurement Service (PPS), police, the Korea Coast Guard, airports and public agencies.
- 2024+
Manufacturing, localization & global growth · GBI is developing CLOVER and MHE, electronics MRO, EO/IR and ISR localization
and global joint programs as next-generation growth platforms.
Values & Vision
Winning with accuracy and integrity, and building long-term value through manufacturing, sustainment and global programs
For GBI, growth means more than revenue. It should contribute to national security and public safety, give employees and partners a sustainable foundation and use entrusted resources responsibly.
Integrity & Transparency
GBI separates fact from interpretation and unconfirmed information, and makes no unsupported claims.
Professionalism & Evidence
GBI makes the case for each program with requirements, compliance, documentation, and test and reference evidence.
Accountability
When issues arise, GBI defines the cause, action, schedule and owner, and sees each one through to resolution.
Security & Procurement Integrity
GBI protects sensitive information, opportunities and partner technology, and respects formal procurement procedures.
Long-Term Partnership
GBI pursues repeat awards, local support, manufacturing, MRO and shared growth over one-time sales.
Responsible Stewardship
GBI manages the company, its people, technology and opportunities responsibly, creating value for society and the nations it serves.
Next-Generation Growth Platforms
From proven demand to pilots, customer validation, repeat programs, local production and global sustainment
GBI develops each growth platform in stages after confirming customer need, technical maturity, business case, export control and partner authorization.
It claims no performance or rights before they are validated.
01
Ground Sustainment
GBI is developing CLOVER-9000A, military washing and water treatment, MHE, and airfield, fuel and maintenance support equipment
into mission, installation and MRO packages.02
Electronics MRO & DMSMS
GBI is building capability to repair, redesign and find equivalent replacements for power modules, PCBs, cables, harnesses
and obsolete or aging components, along with testing and documentation.03
EO/IR & ISR Localization
GBI is developing a cost-competitive package of sensors, AI, tracking, integration, site survey, testing and sustainment
for fixed, vehicle-mounted and maritime surveillance systems.04
UAS & Unmanned Systems Joint Programs
GBI structures cooperation in separate tracks for core components, secure BOM, modules, Korean and U.S. assembly and complete systems,
and develops the Korean, U.S. and overseas markets in stages.
Delivering today, building tomorrow’s foundation
for manufacturing, MRO and global defense
Korean customers gain proven technology and one accountable team in Korea. Overseas OEMs gain credible programs and long-term in-country execution.