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News in Automotive: South Carolina Automotive Summit, B2B Matchmaker recap

With an estimated annual impact of $27 billion, the automotive industry is a major economic driver in the Palmetto State.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Teeing up South Carolina to the world

The global spotlight is shining brightly on the Palmetto State, as several of our state’s signature events are back in full swing – marking a sense of return to normalcy from the COVID-19 pandemic.

BASF Corporation expanding operations in Oconee County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – BASF Corporation, a leading supplier of environmental and process

Message from Secretary Hitt: The magnitude of manufacturing in S.C.

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Bourne Group expanding operations in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Bourne Group, an industry leader in the manufacturing and installation of marine signage, today announced plans to expand operations in Char

Message from Secretary Hitt: The magnitude of manufacturing in S.C.

It's no secret that over the last several decades South Carolina has established itself as a true leader in advanced manufacturing.

VOCO America, Inc. expanding North American headquarters in Lancaster County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – VOCO America, Inc. (VOCO), a subsidiary of VOCO GmbH, today announced plans to expand the company’s North American headquarters in Lancaster Co

News in Applied Technology and Research: SC Fraunhofer USA Alliance welcomes new program coordinator/scientist

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News in Innovation: Scribble season three lineup announced

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Message from Secretary Hitt: Fueling automotive success in S.C.

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M.C. Dean, Inc. expanding operations in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – M.C.

E+I Engineering USA Corporation expanding operations in Anderson County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – E+I Engineering USA Corporation (E+I Engineering), a leading provider of electrical switchgear and power distribution systems, today announced

Palmetto Yacht Management establishing operations in Clarendon County

Palmetto Yacht Management, a marine transport company, today announced plans to establish operations in Clarendon County.

News in Workforce: Vaccination opportunity for businesses

The federally supported Community Vaccination Center (CVC) is now open, and South Carolina’s business community is invited to participate. Located at Columbia Place Mall in Richland County, the CVC will be hosted from April 14 through June 9, 2021.

Message of Secretary Hitt: Sailing into a new era of global connectivity

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