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S.C. Department of Commerce creates Council for Innovation Initiatives

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce today announced the creation of the Council for Innovation Initiatives.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Making Advanced Products in S.C.

In South Carolina, we produce some pretty remarkable things.

Existing Industry: Aerospace Conference and Expo Next Week

Next week, hundreds will descend on Columbia, S.C. for the fourth annual SC Aerospace Conference and Expo.

International: Team S.C. Meets With Consuls General

Sportsman Boats Manufacturing expanding existing Dorchester County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, a provider of premium boats, is expanding its existing Dorchester County operations. To grow its facility, the company is investing $3.5 million and creating 100 new jobs.

Existing Industry: New Features Added to SourceSC Platform

This week, S.C.

bo parts GmbH launching new production operations in Greenville County

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Message from Secretary Hitt: On the Cutting Edge of Logistics

In economic development, it's no secret that companies locate where they know they can be profitable and have success.

Safeplast NA Company locating new facility in Pickens County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Safeplast NA Company, a manufacturer and provider of hose protectors and hose binding products, is launching a new facility in Pickens County. The $4.3 million investment is projected to create 30 new jobs.

Michael Kindree of York County completes S.C. Economic Development Institute

COLUMBIA, S.C. – On Friday, August 11, York County Attorney Michael Kindree completed the S.C. Economic Development Institute.

Message from Secretary Hitt: South Carolina's Greatest Asset

In the weeks ahead, South Carolinians of all ages will be returning to school in pursuit of the tools they'll need to be successful in b

Trane expanding existing Richland County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding its existing Richland County operations.

Bonafide Kayaks launching manufacturing operations in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Bonafide Kayaks, a manufacturer and producer of fishing kayaks, is launching new manufacturing operations in Greenville County. The company is investing $2 million to create 76 new jobs over the next three years.

Fiber Industries LLC opening new operations in Darlington County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Fiber Industries LLC is preparing to open a new textile production operation in Darlington County.

International: Export Training Session for Technology Firms Taking Place Sept. 21

With more than 200 new tech firms opening in South Carolina in 2016, the Palmetto State’s technology sector continues to thrive.