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Existing Industry: Annual S.C. Aerospace Conference a Resource for Existing Industry

In order to further support South Carolina’s soaring aerospace sector, the fourth annual S.C.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Supporting our Existing Industries

As the state’s business agency, the S.C.

IFA expanding manufacturing operations into Berkeley County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – IFA, a direct supplier of propshafts for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, is constructing a new manufacturing and distribution facility in Berkeley County.

International: Canadian Consulate General Hosts Event for South Carolina Women Executives

As our faithful friends to the north, Canada continues to be one of South Carolina’s most reliable economic partners.

Kloeckner Metals expanding Greenville County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Kloeckner Metals, one of the largest producer-independent distributors of steel and metal products, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations.

AmbioPharm, Inc. expanding operations in Aiken County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – AmbioPharm, Inc. (API), a full-service peptide and biopharmaceutical manufacturing company, is expanding its existing Aiken County operations.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Drives Economic Growth

Henry Ford once said, "Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success." In South Carolina, we

Electro-Spec, Inc. launching new operations in Lexington County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Electro-Spec, Inc., a specialty plating manufacturer, is locating new production operations in Lexington County. The new development is projected to bring $3.1 million of capital investment and create 53 new jobs.

Ruiz Foods to expand existing Florence County manufacturing facility, creating more than 700 jobs

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Ruiz Food Products, Inc., a producer of frozen food and snack products, is expanding its existing Florence County operations. The $79 million investment is expected to create 705 new jobs over the next several years.

Steel Creek Galvanizing Company LLC launching operations in Cherokee County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Steel Creek Galvanizing Company LLC, a fabricated steel products galvanizer, is launching a new facility in Cherokee County.

Roseburg Forest Products launching new Chester County manufacturing plant

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Roseburg Forest Products, a privately-owned, integrated forest products company based in the Pacific Northwest, is locating a new engineered wood products plant in Chester County.

Small Business: Event Held to Support State’s Micro-Businesses

While the state’s industry giants often dominate the business headlines, Team South Carolina understands the importance of supporting companie

Recycling: Don’t Waste Food Event Next Week

Next week, Don’t Waste Food S.C.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Patriotism in South Carolina

This week, thousands traveled across the Palmetto State, gathering with friends and family to celebrate the birth of our nation.

International: Team S.C. Leading Trade Mission to U.K.

It’s widely accepted that to be successful in business, one must go where the customers are and build relationsh