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Message from Secretary Hitt: Winning through logistics

"Leaders win through logistics." That sentiment by American business author Tom Peters reflects Team South Carolina's commitment to remaining a global business leader, in part, through our superior infrastructure and logistics network.

South Carolina export sales top $41.5 billion in 2019, achieve 10th consecutive record year

COLUMBIA, S.C. – For the 10th consecutive year, the state of South Carolina set a record for total export sales in 2019. Today, Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the S.C.

National Machining & Fabrication, Inc. expanding operations in York County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – National Machining & Fabrication, Inc. (NMF) today announced plans to expand its current operations in York County. The more than $4.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Driving automotive in S.C.

South Carolina knows what drives automotive success. With an economic impact of $27

Materials Sciences LLC expanding operations in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Materials Sciences LLC (MSC), an engineering services and manufacturing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County.

News in Innovation: SC Codes offering more courses in Midlands and Lowcountry

The S.C. Department of Commerce's Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, is offering more training through SC Codes, a statewide program designed to provide free access to coding education for all residents.

News in International Strategy and Trade: Meet Eun Mee Ko

S.C. Commerce has a long and successful track record of helping international companies establish, relocate and expand business operations in South Carolina.

GreenCore Materials to establish operations in Georgetown County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – GreenCore Materials, a new manufacturer of composite materials used to strengthen plastic extruded profiles, today announced plans to establish operations in Georgetown County.

StoneWorks, Inc. expanding operations in Beaufort County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – StoneWorks, Inc., an interior craftsmanship company, today announced plans to expand its operations in Beaufort County. The $3.2 million investment is projected to create 21 new jobs.

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Message from Secretary Hitt: A diversified economy in S.C.

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Message from Secretary Hitt: Innovation fueling economic growth

"Innovation is the central issue in economic prosperity." Those words by American economics academic Michael Porter resonate today, as Team South Carolina recognizes the impact innovation and entrepreneurship have on the future of economic development. 

Refresco expanding operations in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Refresco, a global-leading, independent bottler for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County.

Optimized Armor, Inc. establishing new operations in York County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Optimized Armor, Inc., an industry-leading armor steel supplier, today announced plans to establish operations in York County.

Pee Dee Extractors, LLC establishing operations in Marion County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Pee Dee Extractors, LLC, a hemp processing company, today announced plans to establish operations in Marion County. The company’s more $2.9 million investment is projected to create 25 new jobs. 

Message from Secretary Hitt: Find your business match

"Nothing reinforces a professional relationship more than enjoying success with someone." Those words by legendary writer, director and comedian Harold Ramis ring true today, as Team South Carolina works to connect industry across the state and around the world.

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