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2022 South Carolina wins and accomplishments

From record expansions to ribbon cuttings, 2022 has been a year of economic wins and celebrations in all corners of South Carolina. Not only has the state been successful in recruiting new industry, but S.C.'s existing companies continue to grow and thrive, expanding their footprints across the state. 

KION North America expanding operations in Dorchester County

KION North America, a member of the KION Group, today announced plans to expand operations in Dorchester County. The company’s estimated $40 million investment will create approximately 450 new jobs.

Carolina Refractories, Inc. expanding operations in Horry County

Carolina Refractories, Inc., a manufacturer of monolithic refractories, today announced plans to expand its operations in Horry County.

ZELTWANGER LP expanding operations in Charleston County

ZELTWANGER LP, an innovative machine technology company, today announced plans to expand its operations in Charleston County.

Shed Windows and More, Inc. expanding operations in Horry County

Shed Windows and More, Inc., a window and building materials manufacturer and distributor, today announced plans to expand operations in Horry Count

State and community leaders graduate from South Carolina economic development training program

 The S.C. Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and S.C.

Chick-fil-A Supply establishing distribution center in Lexington County

Chick-fil-A Supply, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, today announced plans to establish its newest distribution center in Lexington County.

South Carolina’s economic ties with Japan highlighted at SEUS-Japan conference

South Carolina’s longtime relationship with Japan was on full display at the 44th annual Southeast United States (SEUS)-Japan Association in Florida last month.

Executive Personal Computers, Inc. expanding with new operations in Lexington County

Executive Personal Computers, Inc. (EPC, Inc.), a subsidiary of CSI Leasing, Inc., today announced plans to expand with new operations in Lexington County.

Visual Comfort & Co. establishing Spartanburg County operations

Visual Comfort & Co., the premier resource of signature designer lighting, architectural lighting and ceiling fans, announced plans to establish distribution operations in Spartanburg County.

Motor City Racks expanding S.C. presence with new operations in Laurens County

Motor City Racks, a supplier of automotive and industrial racking products, today announced plans to expand its South Carolina footprint with new operations in Laurens County.

S.C. Commerce team meets with economic development leaders from across the state to ensure South Carolina’s sustainable advantage

A cornerstone of South Carolina’s economic development efforts is ability key players have to work together. The state has a proven ability to work together – quickly and efficiently – to recruit new companies and to grow existing industry across South Carolina.

State and community leaders graduate from South Carolina economic development training program

Last month, 45 state and community leaders graduated from the South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a statewide economic development program.

Ecoplexus establishing new solar farm in Newberry County

Ecoplexus, a leading global solar energy company, today announced plans to establish a new solar farm operation in Newberry County. The company is investing $89 million into the project.

S.C. leading the way in EV transformation

A revolution in the automotive industry is underway, and South Carolina is helping lead the charge. Already known as an automotive powerhouse that boasts some of the world’s biggest names, South Carolina is now a major driver in the electric vehicle (EV) shift – with a growing roster of automotive companies making commitments to build next-generation vehicles in the state.