Seoul: LG CNS Co., an information technology affiliate of South Korea's LG Electronics Inc., announced it has signed agreements to develop electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and smart city solutions in the United States.
According to Yonhap News Agency, under a deal with the New York City Economic Development Corporation, LG CNS will install and operate EV charging stations at the Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT), a site being redeveloped into a commercial and manufacturing hub. As part of the Pilots at BAT program, the company will implement a charging and discharging control system, along with a mobile app providing real-time energy usage data for users.
LG CNS has also entered into a separate contract with a U.S. government agency to build smart city infrastructure in Hogansville, Georgia. This project includes the installation of smart poles and an integrated control system designed to enhance public safety, connectivity, and urban operations through AI-driven solutions.
LG CNS expressed its intention to expand its eco-friendly smart city initiatives across the U.S., leveraging its expertise in digital transformation and sustainable infrastructure.