Gyeongjinho is a fishing company located at 83 Otjil-gil, Gonam-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do. Operated by CEO Yoon Young-ja, it is a small-scale business with 2 employees, primarily engaged in coastal trap fishing.

Business Areas

• Coastal trap fishing: Gyeongjinho engages in coastal trap fishing, operating in seas not far from the coast. Traps are fishing gear that uses bait to lure fish, designed so that once fish enter, they cannot easily escape.

Products

• Blue crab: Coastal trap fishing in the Taean region primarily targets blue crabs. Baits like mackerel or anchovies are used in traps to lure blue crabs, with fishing mainly occurring in spring and autumn.
• Conger eel: Fishermen in Sinjindo, Taean, also catch conger eels using traps. Conger eels inhabit areas with sandy bottoms and slow currents, feeding at night on prey such as shrimp and small fish.
• Top shell and other species: In addition to conger eels, coastal trap fishing offers the advantage of catching various species such as top shells, octopus, shrimp, and rock greenling depending on the season.

Special Notes

• High freshness of catch: Fish caught using traps are less damaged compared to other fishing gear, maintaining high freshness. The high proportion of live fish makes it a high-value fishery.
• Simple gear structure and low operating costs: Trap fishing gear has a simple structure, making it easy to manufacture. It requires less fuel and fewer equipment, allowing for efficient operation even on small fishing vessels.
• Fishing possible in various sea conditions: Coastal trap fishing can effectively catch fish even in areas with rocky seabeds or complex underwater terrain where other fishing gear is difficult to use.

💡 A Word from JOBPLOY
Gyeongjinho is a small business in Taean, Chungnam, engaged in coastal trap fishing. Fishing activities, mainly catching blue crabs and conger eels, can be physically demanding and heavily influenced by weather. Foreign workers employed in fisheries must strictly adhere to safety regulations and understand the irregular working hours and intense labor inherent to the job. It is a rewarding profession that involves handling fresh seafood.