Cheonan Science and Industry Promotion Agency

The Cheonan Science and Industry Promotion Agency (CISTEP) is a government-affiliated organization established to drive the transformation of Cheonan into a smart manufacturing innovation city. Launched in April 2021, the agency serves as an innovation hub for science and technology industries within the region. It is located at the Cheonan SB Plaza in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea. CISTEP's primary mission is to create future value and foster a globally competitive, high-tech science city. It undertakes industrial policy research, establishes strategic direction, and provides comprehensive support for companies throughout their entire lifecycle, from incubation to growth. A key focus is on attracting promising startups to Cheonan and nurturing them to become integral parts of the local industrial ecosystem. The agency's business model is centered on public service, implementing projects funded by the city to support local enterprises and foster technological advancement. Key activities include providing business briefings for local companies, promoting open innovation, and running specialized human resource development programs, such as training in drone technology and secondary battery expertise. By facilitating collaboration and offering targeted support, the agency aims to address the challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and enhance Cheonan's industrial competitiveness. Keywords: regional innovation, science park, industrial promotion, technology commercialization, startup incubation, South Korea, Cheonan, public sector, economic development, smart manufacturing, R&D support, tech ecosystem, industry-academia collaboration, talent development, business support, secondary battery, drone technology, policy research, government agency, Fourth Industrial Revolution