The SC Department of Commerce, in conjunction with the National Marine Manufacturers Association, will be exhibiting in the U.S.A. pavilion at the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS). METS is one of the biggest and best-attended, business-to-business marine equipment shows in the world.
Participating companies will have the opportunity to interact with yacht and boat builders, naval architects, repair yards, distributors, captains, marina developers and equipment manufacturers, representing more than 110 countries.
The Women's Business Summit is designed for women on a growth trajectory and who want to thrive in their business, life and community. The event is Tuesday, November 5 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Keynote speakers include S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette and S.C. Commerce Deputy Secretary Jennifer Fletcher.
The South Carolina Department of Commerce, SC Biz News, SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership and SC Aerospace are pleased to host the 2019 South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo on October 29, 2019 in North Charleston, South Carolina. The conference will include B2B Supplier Networking.
2019 South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo
October 29, 2019
1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Charleston Convention Center * North Charleston, SC
Join the South Carolina Department of Commerce in the USA Pavilion at MEDICA 2019, the largest and most influential healthcare industry event in Europe. This show brings the leading healthcare manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and organizations from around the world. MEDICA 2019 is taking place November 18-21 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
The S.C. Department of Commerce is recruiting companies to join team South Carolina. There are four spots available as part of the South Carolina booth.
The S.C. Department of Commerce, in conjunction with our partners at the U.S. Commercial Service, will be leading a multi-sector trade mission to Colombia and Brazil. The goal of this mission is to assist small- to medium-sized companies with exporting products and services to these important markets. Each pre-screened mission participant will receive a customized schedule of B2B meetings to meet with prospective customers, distributors and business partners. Mission participants will also benefit from a market briefing, networking events, interpreter service and transportation support.
The 2019 South Carolina Recycling Industry Forum will provide an oppotunity for attendees to find markets for hard-to-recycle materials, hear recycling market updates across various commodities and connect with recycling industry experts and professionals, as well as other manufacturers working to increase recycling.
The SC Department of Commerce is partnering with Van Hool to host a plastics supplier outreach event in Duncan. Based in Belgium, the company is building a vehicle manufacturing facility in Tennessee and is interested in broad regional sourcing for parts production. Specifically, Van Hool is seeking manufacturing techniques for the following:
- Sheet thermoforming
- Extrusion (plastic profiles)
- Glass reinforced plastic parts
- Dicyclopentadiene reaction injection molding
- Polyurethane compact foam
Join the SC Biotechnology Industry Organization (SCBIO) and an illustrious panel of subject matter experts for a full day program of expert insights, continuing education and fabulous networking at Life Sciences Boot Camp: Insights On SC's Fastest-Growing Industry. The program will be held February 20, 2019 at the USC Alumni Center in Columbia, SC.
The BMW Supplier Diversity Matchmaker Conference is an initiative in support of BMW's belief that diversity among its suppliers adds value throughout the organization and is imperative to their business. Taking place this April in Greenville, SC, the 2019 conference will provide a great platform for South Carolina businesses to connect with BMW leadership and build relationships with other automotive suppliers.
The fifth annual SC Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker event is an opportunity for automotive suppliers to connect with original equipment manufacturers and tier one suppliers. The event will include a procument panel discussion, one-on-one meetings and access to the SC Automotive Summit opening reception.
The pre-registration deadline is January 14, 2019.