Domtar’s Bill Edwards honored with ASPI Excellence in Leadership Award
February 27, 2025
FORT MILL, SC – Bill Edwards, Domtar’s senior vice president of Paper and Packaging Operations, received the prestigious Excellence in Leadership Award from the Association of Suppliers to the Paper…
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Jushi USA leases 200,758 square feet at Pineview Trade Center in Richland County
February 24, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina and Summit Real Estate Group announces that Jushi USA has leased ±200,758 square feet at Pineview Trade Center, a ±351,349-square-foot speculative industrial building in Southeast Columbia.…
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Scout Motors to host series of Community Connection forums in Blythewood
February 18, 2025
Meetings will provide another opportunity for Midlands community to engage with the Scout team and see concept vehicles in-person Scout Motors will host a series of Community Connection forums in…
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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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Scout Motors installs final steel beam for Production Center in Blythewood
February 9, 2025
Ceremony marks another milestone for the company’s $2 billion investment in South Carolina This week, Scout Motors celebrated another milestone, as the company’s construction team installed the final steel…
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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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Cardiff Products Corporation selects Lexington County for first South Carolina operation
January 15, 2025
Cardiff Products Corporation (Cardiff Products), a beverage manufacturer, today announced it selects Lexington County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The $99.6 million investment will create 94 new jobs. Founded…
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Luck Companies growing quarry operations across South Carolina
January 7, 2025
Combined investment of $450 million will create 70 new jobs FAST FACTS Luck Companies is growing its quarry operations across South Carolina. The combined investment of $450 million will create…
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Boeing commits to expand Charleston County operations
December 16, 2024
Boeing (NYSE:BA) announced it plans to expand its operations in Charleston County. The company plans to invest $1 billion in infrastructure upgrades at its existing site and create 500 new…
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SC Senator Thomas Alexander and April Allen honored with the Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
December 16, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the remarkable leadership and achievements of Senator Thomas Alexander and April Allen on Thursday and presented them with its highest honor – the…
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LaserForm & Machine, Inc. expanding Kershaw County operations
December 12, 2024
LaserForm & Machine, Inc. (LaserForm & Machine), a metal fabrication and machine shop, announced it is expanding its operations in Kershaw County. The company’s $16 million investment will create 32 new…
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ElectroWire establishes operations in Lexington County
December 12, 2024
Innovative cardiac surgery device to be manufactured in the heart of South Carolina A cutting-edge medical device startup is set to revolutionize catheter-based, electrosurgical access to the heart with the…
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SC Manufacturing Leadership Program graduates inaugural class
December 11, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP) celebrated a major milestone with the graduation of its inaugural class at the 3rd Annual SC Manufacturing Summit on December 4, 2024.…
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Manufacturers honored at the 2024 SC Manufacturing Summit
December 9, 2024
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) celebrated excellence in manufacturing at the 2024 SC Manufacturing Summit, where individuals and companies were recognized…
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Scout Motors appoints Chief People Officer
December 5, 2024
Meredith Manz will lead the company’s Workforce strategy and ongoing hiring efforts Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) announced that Meredith Manz has joined the company as Chief People Officer.…
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357 Brewers establishing operations in Horry County
November 21, 2024
357 Brewers, a craft brewery, announced it is establishing operations in Horry County. The company’s $6.4 million investment will create 35 new jobs. 357 Brewers’ new 10,000-square-foot facility, located at…
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Richland County becoming a leader in South Carolina’s manufacturing surge
November 19, 2024
By Jeff Ruble Director, Richland County Economic Development Office Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation, Richland County is in the midst of an economic surge marked…
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Scout Motors brings concept vehicles to South Carolina community at Williams-Brice Stadium
November 14, 2024
On Saturday, November 16, Scout Motors will display its production-intent concept vehicles, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck, at Williams-Brice Stadium before the “Battle of Columbia” football game…
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BOC Sciences opens registration for the webinar on Peptide-Drug Conjugates (PDCs)
November 12, 2024
In collaboration with Dr. Kelly Bugatti, BOC Sciences is set to host an informative webinar that will delve into the latest advancements in utilizing Peptide-Drug Conjugates (PDCs) for the targeted…
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Samsung hosts 8th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 10, 2024
700 meals were provided to veterans On Saturday, November 9, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Eighth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing its commitment to recognize…
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AAC East, LLC expands Marlboro County operations
October 30, 2024
$6 million investment will create 25 new jobs FAST FACTS AAC East, LLC (AAC East) is expanding its Marlboro County operations. The company’s $6 million investment will create 25 new…
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The reveal of the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck concepts ushers in a new Scout era
October 30, 2024
Scout Motors Inc. recently introduced the next era of rugged trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUV) with the unveiling of two production-intent concept vehicles, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and the Scout® Terra™ truck. The…
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Bondex expands Edgefield County operations
October 29, 2024
Bondex, a leader in technical nonwoven manufacturing, announced it is expanding its Edgefield County operations. The company’s $18.8 million investment will create 13 new jobs. The expansion includes a new…
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Special report from Colliers | South Carolina
October 17, 2024
Analyzing Migration Trends that Affect the Commercial Real Estate Industry In this special report, Colliers | South Carolina’s research team analyzed migration data to and from all major markets across…
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Maxwood Furniture expands Marion County operations
October 17, 2024
$6 million investment will create 43 new jobs Maxwood Furniture is expanding its operations in Marion County. The company’s $6 million investment will create 43 new jobs. Maxwood Furniture is…
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LCI-Lineberger Construction, Inc. expands Lancaster County operations
October 16, 2024
$10 million investment will create 30 new jobs LCI-Lineberger Construction, Inc. (LCI) is expanding its operations in Lancaster County. The company’s $10 million investment will create 30 new jobs. LCI is…
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S.C. Commerce awarded grant to support state exporters
October 15, 2024
State of South Carolina receives U.S. Small Business Administration funding The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) has been awarded a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration…
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84 Lumber grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Clarendon County
October 9, 2024
$13.4 million investment will create 78 new jobs FAST FACTS 84 Lumber selects Clarendon County to establish the company’s second component plant in South Carolina. The company’s $13.4 million investment…
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Birla Carbon announces $1 billion investment to build production facility in Orangeburg, South Carolina
October 8, 2024
Birla Carbon announced plans to build a $1 billion production facility at the Tri-County Global Industrial Site (TCGIS) in Orangeburg, SC. The facility will create 124 jobs when fully operational.…
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Birla Carbon selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
October 8, 2024
$1 billion investment will create 124 new jobs FAST FACTS Birla Carbon selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $1 billion investment will create…
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South Carolina recognizes National Manufacturing Day, dedicates October as SC Manufacturing Month
October 4, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster has once again issued a proclamation recognizing October 4, 2024, as National Manufacturing Day and dedicating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month. “National Manufacturing Day and South…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kelly Barnes, Yachtail Vodka Cocktail
September 19, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Steel Hands Vista Distilling and Brewing opening soon!
September 5, 2024
Steel Hands Brewing announced a new concept opening very soon in the heart of the Vista Entertainment District. Steel Hands Vista Distilling and Brewing will be located at 705 Gervais…
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SCMA announces the 2024-2025 class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program
August 26, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its 2024-2025 class of 23 manufacturing leaders for the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP). The class is comprised of professionals representing a…
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Samsung donates $10,000 to Newberry School District for back-to-school classroom supplies
August 5, 2024
Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA) continues its partnership with the Newberry County School District by donating $10,000 to help fulfill teachers’ back-to-school wish lists. Samsung’s donation will help teachers…
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SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper
July 23, 2024
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…
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Chris McHugh joins Zeus as Senior Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain
July 17, 2024
Chris McHugh has been named Senior Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain at Zeus and will be responsible for end-to-end operations across the company’s global network of manufacturing facilities McHugh…
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skillsgapp launches two new Skillionaire Games
June 5, 2024
Skillionaire Games help to meet South Carolina’s rising demand for skilled talent in advanced manufacturing and healthcare In response to a statewide demand for skilled talent pipelines in both advanced…
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Zeus welcomes new General Manager, reinforcing commitment to catheter innovation
June 3, 2024
● Matthew Bradbury has been named General Manager of Catheter Solutions at Zeus ● In this role, Bradbury will oversee catheter design, manufacturing, and assembly and further position Zeus as…
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BOC Sciences innovates in life sciences with advanced long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) technologies
May 28, 2024
BOC Sciences recently launched a package of long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) services. The world-leading life sciences research company provides technical support that can propel advances in RNA therapeutics. Long non-coding…
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SCMA announces 2024 Woman of the Year
May 23, 2024
Lindsay Leonard, Senior Director for Government Operations at Boeing South Carolina, was today named the 2024 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year at the annual Palmetto Women’s…
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Kevin Brown to chair South Carolina’s premier association for manufacturers
May 1, 2024
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has elected Kevin Brown, Senior Vice President of Global Operations for the Textile Division at Milliken & Company, as the chair of the organization’s…
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Carolina Handling named a 2024 Raymond Dealer of Distinction
April 18, 2024
For the 33rd year in a row, Carolina Handling has been named a Dealer of Distinction (DOD) by The Raymond Corporation, a global provider of best-in-class material handling equipment and…
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Michelin North America, Inc., Pledges $30,000 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Invest in District’s VEX Robotics Teams
April 17, 2024
Michelin North America’s Lexington, South Carolina leadership recently announced its continued investment and support of the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation via a $30,000 commitment. The generous gift…
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Carolina Handling names Joe Perkins Chief Operating Officer
April 17, 2024
Carolina Handling, one of the Southeast’s leading integrated material handling solutions providers, has named Joe Perkins its Chief Operating Officer. Perkins has served as executive vice president of operations at…
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Scout Motors opens Columbia Connection Center in BullStreet District
April 9, 2024
The new space will serve as a hub for community members to learn more about the company Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”), formed to craft the next generation of all-electric…
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Delta Children’s Products selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operations
April 2, 2024
Delta Children’s Products (Delta Children), a children’s furniture manufacturer, announced it selects Orangeburg County to establish its first South Carolina operations. The company’s $33.1 million investment will create 123 new jobs.…
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Giti Tire honors exceptional students in Chester County STEAM Competition
April 2, 2024
Contest promotes STEAM education in local schools Giti Tire, a global leader in tire manufacturing, proudly announces the winners of its esteemed STEAM Competition in Chester County, where the company’s…
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Giti Tire earns Industry of the Year Award
March 27, 2024
GT Radial Tires Proudly Manufactured in Richburg, S.C. Giti Tire Manufacturing (USA) proudly received the esteemed Industry of the Year Award from the Chester County Chamber of Commerce, recognizing its…
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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration
March 21, 2024
SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
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