PRET Advanced Materials, LLC expands Florence County operations
December 11, 2025
$18.5 million investment will create 74 new jobs FAST FACTS PRET Advanced Materials, LLC (PRET) is expanding its operations in Florence County. The company’s $18.5 million investment will create 74 new…
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AVANTech, LLC expands Richland County operations
December 10, 2025
$3.7 million investment will create 65 new jobs AVANTech, LLC, a design, engineering and Nuclear Quality Assurance-1 fabrication partner delivering advanced processing solutions and build-to-print products, today announced it is…
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SODECIA AAPICO JV announces new $120 million manufacturing facility in Orangeburg
December 9, 2025
State-of-the-art ladder frame plant will create nearly 400 new jobs; groundbreaking ceremony set for December 8, 2025 …
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Eastover Chips, Inc. establishing operations in Richland County
December 9, 2025
Eastover Chips, Inc. (Eastover Chips), a subsidiary of The Price Companies, announced it is establishing operations in Richland County. The company’s investment will create 27 new jobs. The Price Companies…
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Advanced Metalworks expands Anderson County operations
December 4, 2025
$10.5 million investment will create 69 new jobs Advanced Metalworks, a metal fabrication company, has announced that it is expanding its operations in Anderson County. The company’s $10.5 million investment…
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Baxter Manufacturing expands Oconee County operations
December 2, 2025
15.7 million investment will create 36 new jobs Baxter Manufacturing, a supplier for the plastics industry, has announced that it is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The company’s $15.7…
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SCMA honors Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston with 2025 Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
November 19, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the contributions and achievements of Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston, Jr. and presented them with its highest honor, the 2025 Roger Milliken…
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First Solar, Inc. establishing new Cherokee County facility
November 17, 2025
Solar panel production facility to commence operations in 2026, expecting to invest $330 million and creating over 600 new jobs First Solar, Inc., (First Solar) a leading American photovoltaic (PV) solar…
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Samsung hosted 9th annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 13, 2025
650 meals were provided to veterans during the drive-thru event On Saturday, November 1, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Ninth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing…
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Boeing South Carolina breaks ground on 787 site expansion
November 11, 2025Boeing marked the groundbreaking of its Boeing South Carolina (BSC) site expansion. Home of the 787 Dreamliner program, BSC is set to increase production to a rate of 10 airplanes…
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Sage Automotive Interiors announces collaboration with Austin Hatcher Foundation
November 9, 2025
Sage Automotive Interiors, a leader in the automotive interior materials industry, announced a collaboration with the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer to help benefit families affected by pediatric cancer.…
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CADP celebrates the opening of CORNERSTONE – the premier training facility to power the workforce of the Midlands region
November 6, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and other partners tour the new state-of-the-art, 41,000-square-foot regional training facility The CORNERSTONE: Economic Development & Workforce Training Center has officially opened its doors, marking a major…
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BEHKO launches as premier design-build partner for complex commercial and industrial projects
November 5, 2025
Charleston Engineering and Construction Veterans Jordan Behringer, P.E. and Razvan Cojocaru, P.E. Formalize 35-Year Track Record into New Construction Brand Built on Technical Expertise Jordan Behringer, P.E., and Razvan “Raz”…
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Carolina Handling offers lean consulting to customers
October 30, 2025
Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, is taking its proven internal process improvement expertise to…
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Ulbrich Specialty Wire Products expands Oconee County operations
October 23, 2025
$5 million investment will create 15 new jobs FAST FACTS Ulbrich Specialty Wire Products (Ulbrich) is expanding its Oconee County operations. The company’s $5 million investment will create 15 new jobs.…
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QMP, Inc. selects Colleton County for first East Coast manufacturing operation
October 23, 2025
$5.1 million investment will create 233 new jobs FAST FACTS QMP, Inc. (QMP) selects Colleton County to establish the company’s first East Coast manufacturing operation. The company’s $5.1 million investment will…
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Manufacturers recognized for excellence at 2025 SC Manufacturing Summit
October 23, 2025The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) honored the state’s leading manufacturers and industry professionals at the 2025 SC Manufacturing Summit. The annual…
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Maars North America selects Charleston County to establish first US-based production operation
October 21, 2025
$3 million investment will create more than 10 new job. FAST FACTS Maars North America (Maars) selects Charleston County to establish its first U.S.-based production operation. The company’s $3 million investment…
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ABA Automotive establishes Charleston County operations
October 17, 2025
$400,000 investment and three new jobs ABA Automotive, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality belt tensioners and idler pulleys based in Turkey, announced it is establishing its first U.S. operations…
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InSite Consulting launches USA BEST Sites™
October 16, 2025
The New Manufacturer-Defined Standard for Industrial/Manufacturing Site Readiness™ Powered by industry leader InSite Consulting, USA BEST Sites™ is the nation’s first readiness program built entirely on manufacturer expectations—not consultant checklists…
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Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. expanding Upstate operations
October 15, 2025
$9.2 million investment will create 43 new jobs Meiden America Switchgear, Inc. (MAS), a pioneer in high-performance vacuum technology, announced on October 14, 2025, it is expanding its operations in Laurens…
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Keel expanding Charleston County operations
October 9, 2025
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…
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Circular Composite Solutions establishing operations in Bamberg County
October 9, 2025
Circular Composite Solutions (CCS), a sustainable manufacturer of proprietary industrial shipping pallet components, announced it is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company’s $53.7 million investment will create 70 new…
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Carolina Renewable Products establishing operations in Orangeburg County
October 9, 2025
$280 million investment will create 155 new jobs Carolina Renewable Products (CRP), a clean energy company, announced it is establishing operations in Orangeburg County. The company’s $280 million investment will…
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Zeus welcomes Kevin Greer as Orangeburg Plant Manager
October 8, 2025
Zeus, the world’s leading polymer extrusion and catheter design manufacturer, has named Kevin Greer Plant Manager of its Orangeburg, S.C., facility. Established in 1981, Orangeburg was Zeus’ first South Carolina…
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Sleep in Heavenly Peace honors BASF ECMS for community impact
October 8, 2025
Two Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) with BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) have been honored by Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit dedicated to building and delivering beds to…
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Pratt Industries expands York County operations with new manufacturing facility
October 7, 2025
$92.5 million investment will create 116 new jobs FAST FACTS Pratt Industries is expanding its operations in York County with a new manufacturing facility. The company’s $92.5 million investment will create…
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Carolina Handling opens new facility in Pickens County, SC
October 7, 2025
The $23.2 million investment from Carolina Handling and developer RealtyLink combines the warehouse and office space from four area facilities under one roof and will create 100 new jobs in…
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Governor Henry McMaster issues Manufacturing Month proclamation
October 3, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster issued a proclamation celebrating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month and Friday, October 3, as National Manufacturing Day across the state. The proclamation honors the strength, innovation,…
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American Tire Distributors appointed as national partner for Giti Tire across its entire network
September 29, 2025
Giti Tire (USA) Ltd. announced that American Tire Distributors (ATD) will now serve as a national distributor of Giti and GT Radial brand tires across ATD’s extensive network. Headquartered in…
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ZF Chassis Systems Duncan expands Spartanburg County operations
September 24, 2025
$55.4 million investment will create 30 new jobs ZF Chassis Systems Duncan, a leading supplier of chassis systems, modules and assemblies, announced it is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County.…
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Dodge® Industrial’s Erik te. Riele selected for Leadership Greenville program
September 22, 2025
Erik te. Riele, Global Product Manager for Tigear® at Dodge Industrial, was accepted as a member of Leadership Greenville’s 52nd class. The Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership program helps develop informed,…
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Zeus appoints Robert “Cory” James as Gaston site Plant Manager
September 18, 2025
Zeus, the world’s leading polymer extrusion and catheter design manufacturer, has appointed Robert “Cory” James as Plant Manager of its Gaston, S.C., facility, which has been a cornerstone of the…
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Scout Motors makes additional $300 million investment in South Carolina to build supplier park
September 18, 2025
Initiative projected to support 1,000 supplier jobs and spur $368 million of additional local investment for a cumulative investment impact of nearly $700 million Scout Motors is making an additional investment…
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Woodward, Inc. selects Spartanburg County to establish a new manufacturing site in South Carolina
September 16, 2025
Woodward, Inc., a global leader in energy control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets, has announced plans to establish a new manufacturing operation in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The nearly…
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ZF Gray Court Breaks Ground on Expansion
September 10, 2025
ZF announced an expansion of its Gray Court, South Carolina facility. Groundbreaking of the expansion took place Sept. 9, marking the start of construction on a new 45,000-square-foot addition that…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Bill Rader, Efferent Labs
September 10, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators…
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ZF Gray Court Achieves Milestone with New Electric Vehicle Drive Launch
September 7, 2025
ZF Gray Court has marked a major milestone with the successful completion of its first pre-series demand for a major premium OEM in South Carolina. Completed ahead of schedule, the…
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Milliken acquires South Carolina textile facility
September 4, 2025
Global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company has acquired the assets of Highland Industries, Inc. in Cheraw, South Carolina. The transaction strengthens Milliken’s domestic operations and position in technical textiles. “This acquisition…
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Scout Motors launches “Have a Great Day” national brand campaign featuring its hometown of Blythewood, SC
September 3, 2025
Scout Motors is launching a new national television commercial and brand campaign honoring the South Carolina community as the company continues building its $2 billion Production Center in Blythewood. The…
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ElectroWire launches new manufacturing facility in Lexington County
September 3, 2025
ElectroWire Medical, a medical device startup founded by local cardiologist Dr. Robert Leonardi, celebrated the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Lexington County on August 18. The facility…
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Bauknight Pietras & Stormer Managing Shareholder, Jay Swearingen, named among SC Biz News’ 2025 Most Influential Leaders Columbia
August 27, 2025
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, a leading accounting and consulting firm in South Carolina, announced that Managing Shareholder Jay Swearingen has been recognized by SC Biz News as one of its…
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SME Upstate Chapter revitalizes manufacturing excellence in Upstate South Carolina with innovative educational initiatives
August 21, 2025
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Upstate Chapter #164 is experiencing a significant revitalization, focusing on strengthening the manufacturing community in Upstate South Carolina through enhanced networking opportunities and innovative…
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SC Manufacturing Leadership Program welcomes third class of industry leaders
August 21, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced the 2025–2026 class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP), welcoming 22 rising leaders from across South Carolina’s manufacturing community. This year’s…
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Air Compressor Services ranks No. 2645 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list for the fourth consecutive year
August 20, 2025
GREENVILLE, SC – Inc. announced that Air Compressor Services is No. 2645 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The…
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Clemson University unveils Deep Orange 16: Semi autonomous, off-road rapid response vehicle
August 12, 2025Clemson University has introduced Deep Orange 16, a next-generation, semi-autonomous vehicle built to transform emergency response in extreme conditions. Developed by graduate automotive engineering students in the University’s Deep Orange…
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Westinghouse donates $45,000 to Richland One schools
August 6, 2025
Donations to help with school supplies, student awards and other educational needs Westinghouse Electric Company, through its Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF), donated $45,000 to Richland One schools to help fund STEM…
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FabLogix expands Spartanburg County operations
July 29, 2025
FabLogix, a pipe fabrication company, announced it is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $9.8 million investment will create 150 new jobs. A subsidiary of Kelso Industries, FabLogix…
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Charles & Associates adds Architectural Designer
July 16, 2025
One of the region’s leading home repair firms has added T.J. Forrest as an Architectural Designer. A graduate of Anderson University, Forrest earned a Design of Distinction Award in the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jody Chastain, Ritedose Corporation
July 15, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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