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Celebrating, Strengthening South Korean Business Relationships

Secretary of Commerce Harry Lightsey and S.C. Commerce’s international staff proudly represented South Carolina at the 2024 Republic of Korea-Southeast U.S. Economic Partnership Conference (ROK-SEUS), Aug. 23, 2024, in Atlanta.

Unified Resources in Display selects Jasper County to establish first South Carolina operation

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Unified Resources in Display (Unified Resources), an innovative retail and merchandising agency, today announced it selects Jasper County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $14 million investment will create 143 new jobs.

South Carolina Continues to Strengthen U.K. Trade Ties

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Commerce staff, led by Deputy Secretary of Commerce Ashely Teasdel, welcomed British Ambassador to the U.S. Dame Karen Pierce DCMG, to Columbia, S.C., to further economic development and trade relation discussions.

Promoting Advanced Energy as a Key to Resiliency

As utility demands rise, so too does the need for a diverse and secure power supply. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Ashely Teasdel recently spoke at the South Carolina Advanced Nuclear Forum, alongside utility, higher education and advanced energy partners including Governor Henry McMaster.

ARKU Inc. selects Spartanburg County to establish first South Carolina operation

COLUMBIA, S.C. – ARKU Inc. (ARKU), a leader in sheet metal leveling and deburring, today announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation.

Serving Businesses, Supporting Legacies

How S.C. Commerce's Business Services team helps companies expand their reach. Building a legacy means that the work doesn't end with a project announcement or groundbreaking celebration. S.C. Commerce has full-time staff ready to find creative solutions to support South Carolina companies at every phase of their life cycle.

East Coast Warehouse & Distribution selects Charleston County to establish first South Carolina operation

COLUMBIA, S.C. – East Coast Warehouse & Distribution, a leading temperature-controlled logistics provider, today announced it selects Charleston County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation.

J&P Park, Inc. expands Greenwood County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – J&P Park, Inc. (J&P Park), a portfolio of brands providing consumers with innovative and high-quality gardening and hobby-based products, announced today that it is expanding its Greenwood County operations with the recent acquisition of Northern Brewer, a leader in homebrewing.

Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Meta today announced it is establishing the company’s first South Carolina operation with a new data center in Aiken County. The $800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs.

Eveon Containers expands North American operations with a new headquarters in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Eveon Containers (Eveon), a global online provider of used shipping containers, today announced the expansion of its North American operations to include a new headquarters in Charleston County.

South Carolina Recognized in Business Facilities’ Latest Rankings

South Carolina is built for the new economy. Industry magazine Business Facilities recently recognized the state for many of the attributes C-Suite executives and small business owners alike have already come to appreciate.

Aerospace Shines at 2024 Farnborough Airshow

South Carolina’s dominant aerospace industry was well-represented at the 2024 Farnborough Airshow, one of the largest global aerospace and defense industry events. The state delegation, led by S.C. Commerce Secretary Harry M.

US Brick expands Richland County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – US Brick, a closely held manufacturer and direct supplier of residential and commercial brick, today announced it is expanding its Richland County operations.

Resources Available for Businesses Impacted by Tropical Storm Debby

While Tropical Storm Debby has moved past South Carolina, communities are still feeling the storm’s impacts.

United Kingdom-South Carolina Relations Grow

In mid-July, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Ashely Teasdel and S.C. Commerce led a state delegation throughout the United Kingdom.