Hanwha Ocean's Controversy Over Bonus Payments to Subcontracted Workers

Controversy at Hanwha Ocean Over Subcontracted Workers' Bonuses

The issue arose when subcontracted workers accused Hanwha Ocean of not fulfilling its pledge to align their performance-based bonus ratios with those of direct employees, as praised by President Lee Jae Myung. The company has defended its actions, stating that it provided sufficient bonuses to match the ratio of direct employees, though this hasn't settled the controversy.

Other shipbuilders, such as Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), have taken a different approach, increasing their subcontracted workers' bonus allocations in response to the controversy. This has led to positive responses from both workers and politicians, highlighting the need for fairer practices across the industry.