Keel expanding Charleston County operations

Keel, a defense manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $67 million investment will create 170 new jobs at Keel’s Yonges Island shipyard.

Headquartered in Ladson, Keel is an advanced manufacturer of submarine modules and components, aircraft carrier components, and other complex structures for the U.S. Navy and broader defense industry. Located at 4194 Highway 165 in Meggett, Keel’s expansion includes a new state-of-the-art prep and paint facility to support the manufacture of components and modules for submarines and aircraft carriers for the U.S. Navy.

“Keel’s expansion at Yonges Island emphasizes our commitment to supporting the U.S. Navy, our national defense and Charleston County. The expansion will enable Keel to add much-needed capacity and better help our U.S. Navy meet its stringent shipbuilding requirements. We are proud of the crucial work we do to help build America’s defense and will continue to identify ways we can expand our capabilities to best support our valued warfighters and global security,” said Keel Chief Executive Officer Brian Carter.

Work has started on the first phase of the project, including the prep and paint facility.

FAST FACTS

• Keel is expanding its operations in Charleston County.
• The company’s $67 million investment will create 170 new jobs.
• Keel is a defense manufacturer.
• The company is located at 4194 Highway 165 in Meggett, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Keel team should visit the company’s careers page.