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International: Secretary Lightsey on S.C.’s special business relationship with Korea

Of the many countries that South Carolina has strong business and trade ties, Korean companies have been investing in South Carolina for many decades and continue to make a significant annual impact on the state’s economy.

Canfor Southern Pine investing $25 million to modernize Hampton County facility

Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C.

Carolina Precision Foods, LLC establishing operations in Florence County

Carolina Precision Foods, LLC – a joint venture of Carolina Fresh Foods and owners of Lake Foods – today announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company’s $10 million investment will create 402 new jobs.

ENGESER USA Corp. establishing first North American manufacturing operation in Dorchester County

ENGESER USA Corp., a world leading cable specialist, today announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The company’s $1.5 million investment will create 26 new jobs.

Supplier Outreach: S.C. Commerce hosts B2B event for E. & J. Gallo Winery

S.C. Commerce teamed up with Chester County and E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) last week to help grow the company’s local supplier network. 25 companies had the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Gallo representatives to build prospective business relationships.

Nutramax Laboratories expanding operations in Lancaster County

Nutramax Laboratories, an industry-leading manufacturer and marketer of nutritional supplement products for people and pets, today announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County.

Gehl Foods, LLC establishing operations in Colleton County

Gehl Foods, LLC (Gehl Food & Beverage Companies), a leading food and beverage manufacturing company, today announced it has established operations in Colleton County.

Hurricane Preparedness: Resources available to S.C. businesses

The 2022 hurricane season is officially underway, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this year is predicted to be “above-average” with 14 to 21 named storms.

Golfbreaks by PGA TOUR expanding operations in Charleston County

Golfbreaks by PGA TOUR (Golfbreaks), a leading, worldwide golf vacation specialist, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County.

Schattdecor expanding operations in Lexington County

Schattdecor, an international, family-owned décor printing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County.

Health Supply US establishing Glove One operations in Greenville County

Health Supply US, a leading government contracting and medical supply company, today announced plans to establish new manufacturing operations in Greenville County.

Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Inc. expanding operations in Lexington County

Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Inc., a family-owned strength training equipment company, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County. The company’s $7 million investment will create 35 new jobs.

News in international trade: The importance of worldwide business relationships to S.C. economy

As World Trade Month continues, S.C. Commerce is committed to not only recruiting foreign-based companies to South Carolina, but to creating opportunities for companies in the state to do business with firms in global markets.

Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC expanding operations in Charleston County

Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC, a modern blacksmithing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County.

S.C. Commerce news: Agency welcomes new Chief Information Officer

The reliance on pro-active information technology (IT) and data reporting is critically important in today’s global economy. And, S.C. Commerce is committed to embracing progressive approaches to use data to drive new and creative ways to grow the state’s economy.