Red Metals establishes first copper manufacturing operation in Charleston County
June 8, 2026
$70 million investment will create 45 new jobs Red Metals, a next-generation copper manufacturer, announced it is establishing its first copper manufacturing operation in Charleston County. The company’s $70 million…
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USA Rare Earth, Inc. selects Cherokee County for first South Carolina operation
June 2, 2026
Approximately $1.2 billion investment will create about 490 new jobs USA Rare Earth, Inc. (USA Rare Earth), a global leader in rare earths, critical minerals and advanced materials, announced it…
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Bittermilk expands Charleston County operations
May 21, 2026
Bittermilk Bottling Co. (Bittermilk), a manufacturer of nonalcoholic beverage products, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $8.2 million investment will create 12 new jobs. Founded in…
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Data centers can bring opportunities and revenue to South Carolina — if we let them
May 7, 2026
By Ernest Andrade Founder and Executive Director Charleston Digital Proposed data center developments are appearing on legislative agendas across the country, including South Carolina. The push by the tech…
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GreenSite Consulting partners with SCMEP to help South Carolina manufacturers reduce waste costs
March 23, 2026
GreenSite Consulting, powered by Mumford Industries, has partnered with the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) to help manufacturers across the state reduce waste-related costs and improve operational efficiency. The…
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NSP Panels establishes operations in Marion County
March 19, 2026
$4.75 million investment will create 63 new jobs NSP Panels, an acoustic panel manufacturer, announced it is establishing operations in Marion County. The company’s $4.75 million investment will create 63…
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Manufacturing Madness down to last four
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the four products advancing to the final round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, where voters determine the Coolest Thing Made in…
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SCMC recognizes 92 South Carolina facilities for outstanding safety achievements
March 17, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
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Manufacturing Madness narrows field to eight finalists
March 12, 2026
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
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Sixteen finalists battle for title of Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina
March 3, 2026
Voting for Top 16 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the finalists for the Top 16 round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness,…
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Over 120 products to compete in Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in SC
February 24, 2026
Popular Round Voting Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced popular round voting is now open for the more than 120 South Carolina-made products nominated for the 5th…
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South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) and SC Future Makers released a study highlighting manufacturing’s $300 billion impact
February 12, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers & Commerce (SCMC) and SC Future Makers today released an economic impact study detailing the scale, strength, and long-term importance of manufacturing to South Carolina’s economy. Prepared by…
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Emerger Strategies partners with Ecolytics to help fly fishing and outdoor brands achieve credible sustainability data and B Corp readiness
February 4, 2026
Emerger Strategies, a sustainability solutions provider serving fishing and outdoor brands, announced a strategic partnership with Ecolytics, a sustainability data and impact management platform. The partnership expands Emerger Strategies’ capabilities…
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Cohn Construction completes the new headquarters for GoAtlas
February 3, 2026
Cohn Construction has completed the new headquarters for GoAtlas, designed to support the company’s growth. Located on a 9.74-acre site in Ridgeville, the 31,200 SF facility combines 10,500 SF of…
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JGB Brothers LLC establishes operations in Bamberg County
January 22, 2026
$7 million investment will create 40 new jobs FAST FACTS JGB Brothers LLC (JGB Brothers) is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company’s $7 million investment will create 40 new jobs.…
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Max Metcalf named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission
January 16, 2026
Max Metcalf, of Greenville County, was named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission at the Commission’s January 15, 2026 meeting in Columbia. “I’m honored to be elected…
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SCMC announces experienced senior staff of business community champions
January 6, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced its senior staff. The group of key leaders has experience working with the business community to advance pro-growth, pro-jobs policies. They will be…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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CS INSTRUMENTS establishing North American headquarters in Beaufort County
July 8, 2025
CS INSTRUMENTS, a manufacturer of compressed air measuring technology, announced it is establishing its North American headquarters in Beaufort County. The company’s $3.6 million investment will create 13 new jobs.…
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Ingevity announces departure of Performance Materials segment president, Ed Woodcock
July 1, 2025
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) announced Ed Woodcock, executive vice president and president, Performance Materials, departed the company effective July 1, 2025. Woodcock’s departure follows a 37-year career…
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Davis Defense Group, Inc. expands Charleston County operations
June 26, 2025
$100,000 investment will support 30 new jobs Davis Defense Group, Inc. (DDG), a defense contracting company, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $100,000 investment will…
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The Sail Store
June 24, 2025
The Sail Store, the best sail manufacturer in the USA. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or just starting to dip your toes into this thrilling adventure, having the right sail…
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SCMA announces new Board leadership: Grant Burns to Chair South Carolina’s leading manufacturing organization
June 19, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has elected Grant Burns as the chair of the organization’s Board of Directors, alongside its full slate of board members. The elections took place…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance names Annekathrin Mueller Woman of the Year
May 22, 2025Annekathrin Mueller, vice president, commercial plant manager at Bosch in Charleston, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year. The award was presented at…
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South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program celebrates 2025 graduates at Governor’s Mansion
May 15, 2025The South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP) graduated a new cohort of the next generation of business and manufacturing leaders during a ceremony at the governor’s mansion on May 14,…
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Qatar Airways places record-breaking Boeing order
May 15, 2025
In a landmark aviation deal, Qatar Airways announced the purchase of up to 210 Boeing widebody aircraft, including 130 787 Dreamliners and 80 777X jets. Valued at $96 billion, this…
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Brad Thompson appointed Executive Plant Manager at TS Conductor
May 12, 2025On March 6, TS Conductor announced plans to establish its second U.S. manufacturing hub in Hardeeville, South Carolina—ushering in the next generation of advanced conductors. Marking the largest economic…
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Alpha Sheet Metal Works expands Charleston County operations
May 12, 2025
Alpha Sheet Metal Works, a metal fabricator, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $3.7 million investment will create 14 new jobs. With more than 80…
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TL+CO Business Solutions selects Beaufort County to establish first South Carolina operation
April 10, 2025
$7.5 million investment will create 35 new jobs TL+CO Business Solutions (TL+CO) selects Beaufort County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $7.5 million investment will create 35…
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Atlantic Packaging honored with 2025 Workforce Vitality Award for excellence in employee health and well-being
April 10, 2025
Atlantic Packaging announced that it has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Workforce Vitality Award presented during the SC Resilience Conference held in Greenville, SC, April 7-9. The…
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Palmetto Plastics Innovations establishing operations in Jasper County
April 9, 2025
State-of-the-art thermoforming facility will create 28 new jobs Palmetto Plastics Innovations (Palmetto Plastics), a plastic extrusion manufacturer, announced it is establishing operations in Jasper County. The company’s state-of-the-art thermoforming facility…
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SHL Medical officially opens $220M Charleston County facility
April 2, 2025SHL Medical has opened a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North Charleston, investing $220 million and creating 300 jobs. The 360,000-square-foot facility will produce SHL Medical’s advanced autoinjectors which treat…
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Gallo’s High Noon Sun Sips named “Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina” in 2025 Manufacturing Madness contest
March 26, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that High Noon Sun Sips, made by Gallo at its Fort Lawn facility, has been named the “Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina”…
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JW Aluminum announces closing of offering of $350 million of Senior Secured Notes
March 18, 2025
JW Aluminum Continuous Cast Company (collectively with its subsidiaries, the “Company”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of JW Aluminum Holding Corp., announced the completion of its previously-announced offering of $350 million aggregate…
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Eight Finalists announced in 4th Annual Manufacturing Madness competition
March 10, 2025
Public Voting to Decide the “Coolest Thing Made in SC” Eight products have advanced in the 4th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, a competition to crown the “Coolest Thing Made in…
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TS Conductor selects Jasper County for second US manufacturing facility
March 6, 2025
TS Conductor, a manufacturer of next-generation advanced conductors, today announced it selects Jasper County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation and second U.S. manufacturing facility. The company’s $134 million…
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The Madness Begins!
February 10, 2025
Which SC-Made Product Will Claim the Title of ‘Coolest Thing’ in 2025? The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) today officially kicked off the 4th annual Manufacturing Madness: Coolest Thing Made…
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SCMA kicks off 2025 manufacturing priorities at statehouse event
January 29, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) unveiled its vision for the future of manufacturing in the Palmetto State during SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse. Introducing the organization’s 2025 legislative…
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Creekside Metal Solutions
January 6, 2025
At Creekside Metal Solutions, we approach every project with a commitment to precision and excellence, specializing in custom ductwork fabrication and metal panel fabrication. Our reputation for trust and quality…
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