ERRECINQUE USA selects Beaufort County for $5 million investment, new jobs
November 10, 2026
ERRECINQUE USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Italian manufacturer ERRECINQUE, has selected Beaufort County for a new distribution and customer support facility. The company plans to invest approximately $5 million over…
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Keel opens $43 million shipyard facility in Charleston County, expanding defense manufacturing capabilities
November 5, 2026Keel Holdings has opened a new $43 million preparation and painting facility at its shipyard on Yonges Island in Charleston County, expanding its manufacturing capabilities and supporting the region’s…
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VITREUS USA establishes first North American operation in Newberry County, creating 15 jobs
November 5, 2026
VITREUS USA, a ceramics coating manufacturer, announced plans to establish its first North American operation in Newberry County. The company’s $800,000 investment will create 15 new jobs. VITREUS USA is…
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GE Vernova Foundation launches $4.5 million initiative to develop future engineers
November 4, 2026
The GE Vernova Foundation has launched a $4.5 million initiative designed to introduce thousands of Upstate students to engineering careers, strengthening the region’s pipeline of future workers in energy and…
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Spartanburg Meat Processing earns organic certification, expanding market opportunities
November 4, 2026
Spartanburg Meat Processing Co. has earned organic certification for its chicken and pork processing operations, expanding the company’s ability to serve food manufacturers, grocery retailers and foodservice businesses seeking certified…
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FDA recalls batches of combination blood pressure medication over quality and dissolution concerns
November 4, 2026
Federal health regulators and pharmaceutical manufacturer Macleods Pharma USA have issued a nationwide recall for select lots of a widely prescribed blood pressure medication after quality testing revealed the tablets…
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Voting ends as Clinton-made oyster cookware awaits national award results
November 2, 2026
Voting has closed in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and Laurens County will soon learn whether a product made in Clinton has earned a spot among the nation’s…
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Not Sauer anymore: Duke’s Mayo parent company rebrands in honor of Upstate-born condiment icon
November 2, 2026
Nearly a century after Richmond-based C.F. Sauer Co. acquired a homegrown mayonnaise recipe whipped up by a Greenville entrepreneur, the food giant has made a historic move: it has officially…
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Clinton factory’s oyster cookware up for national award, voting ends Nov. 2!
November 1, 2026
Laurens County residents have until Monday, Nov. 2, to help a a veteran-owned company – the Oyster Bed LLC – earn national recognition in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice…
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Amick Farms expands South Carolina footprint with new Edgefield County operations
October 29, 2026
Amick Farms, a poultry processor in Batesburg, announced today that it is expanding its South Carolina footprint with a new operation in Edgefield County. The company’s $54.78 million investment will…
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Brose Sitech announces $29.5 million investment, 330 new jobs in Richland County
October 28, 2026
Brose Sitech, a global supplier of automotive seating systems and interior components, announced plans to establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Richland County. The $29.5 million investment is expected…
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New study identifies life sciences manufacturing opportunities in central South Carolina
October 28, 2026
A new study commissioned by the Central SC Alliance (CSCA) identifies advanced manufacturing and supply chain development as Central South Carolina’s strongest near-term opportunities for attracting life sciences investment. The…
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Greenville Area Development Corporation names Medals of America, Paper Cutters 2026 Manufacturers of the Year
October 28, 2026
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), named Medals of America and Paper Cutters Inc. the recipients of the 2026 Greenville County Manufacturer of the Year Award at its Industry Appreciation…
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Upstate BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions sites rebrand as Metivo
October 28, 2026
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) has rebranded its business to Metivo™, part of BASF Group. Officially unveiled during New York Platinum Week, the rebranding from ECMS to Metivo…
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HGTC to host third annual Build Something Amazing Event
October 28, 2026
More than 500 Horry County high school seniors expected for hands-on career exploration and workforce connections Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with Partnership Grand Strand, Horry County Schools and…
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SteelFab announces $30 million expansion in Richland County, creating 100 jobs
October 27, 2026
SteelFab Inc., a Charlotte-based steel fabrication company, announced plans to expand its South Carolina operations with a $30 million investment in Richland County that will create 100 new jobs. The…
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Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger advances through federal review
October 25, 2026
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern continues to advance through federal regulatory review, marking a significant development for the nation’s freight transportation industry and businesses across South…
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October 22, 2026
Zilmet USA is the world’s largest manufacturer of steel expansion tanks and well tanks headquartered in Italy. We have opened our first U.S. 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Andrews,…
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October 22, 2026
Zilmet USA is the world’s largest manufacturer of steel expansion tanks and well tanks headquartered in Italy. We have opened our first U.S. 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Andrews,…
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HGTC Welding students explore manufacturing careers through local industry tours
October 19, 2026
Approximately 40 Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Welding students gained firsthand insight into local manufacturing careers during industry tours at Envirosep and SixAxis in Georgetown County on Friday, Oct. 16, as…
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HGTC Welding students to explore local manufacturing careers during Manufacturing Month
October 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) and Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments (WRCOG), will give approximately 60 HGTC Welding students…
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Obatala Sciences selects Charleston County for first East Coast operation
October 8, 2026
$565,000 investment will create 46 new jobs and training opportunities Obatala Sciences (Obatala), a biotechnology company, announced it selects Charleston County for its first East Coast operation. The company’s $656,000…
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Re:Build expands York County operations
October 8, 2026
Re:Build, an integrated engineering and manufacturing company, announced plans to expand its advanced composites manufacturing operations in York County. The company’s approximately $20 million investment will create 150 skilled manufacturing…
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CurTec USA expands Oconee County operations
October 7, 2026
$10 million investment will create 10 new jobs CurTec USA, a high-performance packaging manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Oconee County with a $10 million investment that will create 10…
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Carolina Handling launches first connected TV advertising campaign
September 27, 2026
Football-themed streaming TV campaign highlights Carolina Handling’s evolution beyond forklifts and expands brand visibility across the Southeast. Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for North Carolina, South…
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Samsung Electronics and The Longleaf Alliance collaborate to restore South Carolina forests and advance water sustainability
September 23, 2026
Project will restore native longleaf pine habitat, improve watershed health, and support biodiversity through longleaf restoration as part of Samsung’s commitment to South Carolina communities and its home appliance manufacturing…
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Devro expanding Calhoun County operations, creating 19 jobs
September 23, 2026
Devro, a producer of edible films and coatings, is expanding its operations in Calhoun County, creating 19 new jobs. The company, which has operated for more than 85 years, manufactures…
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Mi Tide Boats hosting job fair in Andrews
September 22, 2026
Mi Tide Boats of Georgetown is hosting a job fair on Friday, October 2 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm at the Andrews Library (105 N. Morgan Avenue). They are looking…
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Okonite investing $400 million in Orangeburg County expansion, creating 105 jobs
September 22, 2026
The Okonite Company, a cable and wire manufacturer with a long-standing presence in Orangeburg County, is expanding its operations with a $400 million investment expected to create 105 new jobs.…
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Tyson Steel selects Pickens County for first South Carolina operation
September 15, 2026
$15.15 million investment will create approximately 20 new jobs Tyson Steel Building Products(opens in new tab) (Tyson Steel), a producer of pre-engineered metal buildings, has selected Pickens County for its first South…
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Boeing renews $100,000 investment in CCSD career exploration
August 27, 2026
Boeing is renewing its support of Charleston County School District students with a second consecutive $100,000 investment aimed at connecting students with advanced manufacturing careers across the Charleston region. The…
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AGRU America CEO Robert L. Johnson to retire; Chris Eichelberger named successor
August 24, 2026
AGRU America, Inc. announced today that President and CEO Robert L. Johnson will retire on October 31, 2026, after 30 years at the company. Chief Sales Officer Chris Eichelberger will…
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BMW Group completes $1.7 billion U.S. investment and premieres all new BMW X5 at ‘Home of X’ event in Spartanburg
August 20, 2026At the end of June 2026, BMW Group announced that it had completed its $1.7 billion investment in South Carolina, finishing the expansion of BMW Manufacturing’s Plant Spartanburg and construction…
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Cohn Construction completes campus expansion for Patterson Fan Co.
August 18, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed its fourth design-build project for Patterson Fan Co., expanding the production facility for the Blythewood-based manufacturer. The 14,100 SF expansion was completed while the campus remained…
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UFP Packaging investing $5.3 million in Cherokee County, creating 136 jobs
August 13, 2026
UFP Packaging, an industrial packaging solutions and services provider, is expanding its South Carolina operations with a new manufacturing facility in Cherokee County, a $5.31 million investment expected to create…
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JRS Woodworks LLC
August 12, 2026
JRS Woodworks is a family-owned manufacturer of high-quality wooden crates, skids, and pallets for industrial and commercial shipping. Built on decades of experience in construction, woodworking, and public service, we…
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Prysmian expands Lexington County operations
August 12, 2026
$80 million investment will create approximately 135 new jobs Prysmian North America announced plans to invest $80 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Lexington County, a project expected to…
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IEB Americas selects Charleston County for first major North American production operation
August 11, 2026
IEB Americas Inc., a producer of battery charging and power supply solutions, has selected Charleston County for its first major production operation in North America. The company is investing $1.5…
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Air Compressor Services ranks No. 2,575 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, marking its fifth consecutive appearance
August 11, 2026
ACS recognized for 126% three-year revenue growth, earning a place among America’s fastest-growing private companies for the fifth straight year Air Compressor Services today announced that it has been ranked…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Clarice Henderson, Scout
July 30, 2026
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
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Rock Hill lands Octapharma’s $1.5B manufacturing facility
July 29, 2026
ROCK HILL, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that final approvals have been completed for biopharmaceutical manufacturer Octapharma‘s first U.S. manufacturing and production facility, paving the way…
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Michelin North America President and CEO Matthew Cabe to lead United Way of Greenville County’s 2026 Community Campaign
July 29, 2026Cabe will lead the Upstate’s largest philanthropic campaign, mobilizing business leaders to fund more than $9 million in annual community investment. United Way of Greenville County (UWGC) announced Matthew…
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Columbia Area Development Partnership welcomes Ritedose Executive Janisha Thomas to Board of Directors
July 28, 2026
Thomas adds a life science manufacturing perspective to Richland County’s economic development efforts The Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) has appointed Janisha Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Ritedose…
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ErectaStep adds ProStep ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders to its industrial access portfolio
July 28, 2026ANDREWS, SC – ErectaStep, a manufacturer of industrial access and safety solutions with operations in Andrews, has introduced its new ProStep line of ultra-compact aluminum rolling ladders designed for warehouses…
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Century Aluminum celebrates return to full production at Berkeley County smelter
July 28, 2026Century Aluminum marked the completion of a major expansion at its Mt. Holly aluminum smelter in Berkeley County with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 27, celebrating the facility’s return to full…
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Lexington County-based ElectroWire Medical receives FDA clearance for LightningWire™
July 23, 2026
ElectroWire Medical has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its LightningWire™ Transseptal Puncture System, marking another milestone for the Lexington County-based medical device company as it…
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Fortified Solar expanding Greenville County operations with $22.75M investment, 151 new jobs
July 21, 2026
Fortified Solar, a U.S. manufacturer of custom steel roofing systems with building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) technology, is expanding its operations in Greenville County with a $22.75 million investment expected to create…
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South Carolina educators gain real-world manufacturing insights through Michelin plant tour
July 20, 2026The South Carolina Council on Economic Education (SC Economics) recently provided a unique professional learning experience for South Carolina educators through an exclusive tour of Michelin’s US7 manufacturing facility…
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Detpak USA selects Spartanburg County for first U.S. manufacturing facility
July 16, 2026
Detpak USA, a global manufacturer of paper and board packaging products, has selected Spartanburg County for its first U.S. manufacturing operation, a multi-million-dollar investment expected to create more than 50…
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EPC Power opens new Fountain Inn manufacturing facility, plans 275 new jobs
July 16, 2026
EPC Power has opened a new 167,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fountain Inn that will nearly triple the company’s U.S. production capacity as demand grows for power systems supporting artificial intelligence…
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