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News in Automotive: B2B matchmaker creates opportunities for SC suppliers and OEMs

B2BWith an economic impact of $27 billion, the automotive industry is a major driver in the Palmetto State. To accelerate the advancement of this sector, the South Carolina Automotive Summit – which wraps up Thursday – brings together top minds in the industry each year.

News in Life Sciences: SCBIO hosts record-setting conference

A record-setting number of life sciences leaders and stakeholders from six countries, 26 states and from across South Carolina gathered in Charleston February 22-24 for the organization’s annual conference.

Cheney Brothers establishing operations in Florence County

Cheney Brothers, a leading broadline food distributor, today announced plans to construct a new distribution center in Florence County. The company’s $66 million investment will create 280 new jobs.

Diversified Medical Healthcare expanding operations in Greenville County

Diversified Medical Healthcare (DMH), a holding entity with several companies providing healthcare solutions for improved patient care nationwide, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County.

Bentley Pontoons expanding operations in Lexington County

Bentley Pontoons, a manufacturer of high-quality, affordable boats, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County. The company’s $5.9 million investment will create 50 new jobs.

Stomagienics expanding operations in Greenville County

Stomagienics, Inc. (Stomagienics), a company that provides innovative solutions for cancer survivors and others who have undergone ostomy surgery, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County.

Manufacturing Madness: What’s the coolest thing made in S.C.?

Manu MadnessFrom fighter jets to luxury automobiles, and lifesaving medical devices to home appliances, South Carolina has earned a reputation for making some of the most complex products in the world.

Bericap SC, LLC expanding operations in Cherokee County

Bericap SC, LLC, a leading global plastic closure manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Cherokee County. The company is investing $19.7 million into the expansion.

State leads the nation as top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles

Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the SC Ports Authority today announced that the state's 2021 export sales totaled $29.7 billion, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

MSC USA expanding operations in Charleston County

MSC USA, the United States cargo shipping arm of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a global leader in transportation and logistics, today announce

Blue Diamond Industries establishing first East Coast manufacturing operations in Laurens County

Blue Diamond Industries, a subsidiary of Hexatronic Group AB in Sweden and a manufacturer of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) conduit materials for t

Somnus Mattress International LLC establishing operations in Cherokee County

Somnus Mattress International LLC, a manufacturer of hybrid, memory foam mattresses, today announced plans to establish operations in Cherokee County. The company’s $13 million investment will create 55 new jobs.

Shipping and logistics: Maritime Association of South Carolina Gala

Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III had the opportunity to serve as keynote speaker at the 96th annual Maritime Association of South Carolina Gala.

News in workforce education: Secretary Lightsey joins technical college leaders to talk education efforts

Harry Tech CollegeCommerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III had the opportunity to meet with technical college commissioners from across the state on Wednesday to discuss the importance of economic development stakeholders and education officials working together to ensure the success and future of South Carolina’s workforce.

State of South Carolina releases record-setting industry recruitment figures for 2021

The South Carolina Department of Commerce today released its 2021 industry recruitment results, which break multiple records set throughout the past decade.