DSM’s Incheon Airport Park to Open in 2027, Driving Growth

[Edaily Shin Ha-yeon] DSM(104040, KQ) is expected to accelerate growth through the expansion of its leisure platform business and steady performance in its core mobility operations, according to independent research firm ValueFinder. In a report released on Oct. 13, ValueFinder highlighted the planned opening of “9.81 Park” near Incheon International Airport in spring 2027 and the company‘s overseas licensing initiatives as key growth drivers. DSM expanded into the leisure platform business last year through its merger with Monolith. Its flagship attraction, 9.81 Park, combines proprietary racing vehicles, indoor activities and an AI-based operating system. The Jeju park generated KRW 17.2 billion in revenue and KRW 1.8 billion in operating profit last year, marking its strongest annual performance since opening. Revenue increased 15% year on year in the first half of 2026, while foreign visitor numbers surged 108%, lifting their share of total visitors from 7% to 14%. “Having proven both earnings and visitor appeal in Jeju, the company is well positioned for full-scale growth as it secures new sites,” said Lee Choong Hun, a researcher at ValueFinder. DSM’s next major project, 9.81...