STX Engine is expanding its global reach, leveraging its accumulated technological expertise in the maritime defense sector.

STX Engine announced that it will participate in the upcoming Yi Sun-sin Defense Industry Exhibition (YIDEX), held from April 1 to 3 at the Republic of Korea Naval Academy and Pier 11 of the Jinhae Naval Base in Changwon, Gyeongnam, to showcase its advanced technologies, including naval engines and integrated propulsion systems.

At the heart of the exhibit, STX Engine will feature its flagship 1163 Series main propulsion engines, currently utilized in Mine Layer Ships (MLS-II) and Patrol Killer Guided-missile (PKG) vessels. The company will also present models of the 4000 Series generator engines designed for submarines and next-generation frigates. Additionally, the company plans to introduce core equipment in the maritime surveillance and detection fields, such as the Towed Array Sensor System (TASS) and coastal surveillance radars.

STX Engine is differentiating itself in the competitive global defense landscape through a “Total Solution-based Integrated Package” strategy that offers turnkey systems integrating propulsion, power systems, and surveillance sensors, moving beyond simple engine supply. By proposing various equipment together to meet the needs of domestic and international customers, the company is emphasizing its capabilities in customized integrated solutions.

This strategy aligns with the growing trend of integrated "package" exports in the global defense market. STX Engine has proven its competitiveness with successful propulsion system deliveries to the Philippines and Thailand. Building on this momentum, STX Engine is actively participating in recent naval vessel export projects in Latin America and the Middle East, steadily reinforcing its foundation for sustained export growth.

Lee Sang-Su, CEO of STX Engine, stated, “We expect YIDEX to provide a unique opportunity to showcase our advanced defense capabilities, set against a backdrop that reflects Jinhae’s distinct identity as a naval hub and its maritime environment. Based on cooperation with the Navy and the local community, we intend to broaden our engagement with global defense leaders and solidify STX Engine’s reputation as a world-class provider of integrated naval solutions.”