COLUMBIA, S.C. — Ferrara Candy Company (Ferrara), a leading sugar confectioner in the United States, Brazil and Europe, today announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation in Orangeburg County.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Suniva, Inc. (Suniva), a U.S.-owned and -operated solar cell manufacturer, today announced it selects Laurens County for its first South Carolina manufacturing facility.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce), on behalf of the state of South Carolina, is requesting input to guide the nomination of eligible census tracts for designation under the federal Opportunity Zone program, a federal initiative designed to encourage economic development and job creation through long-term private investment in designated low-income urban and rural communities.
Hydrite Chemical Co. expands Laurens County operations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Hydrite Chemical Co. (Hydrite), a chemical solutions manufacturer and distributor, today announced it is expanding its operations in Laurens County.
Huwell US Inc. selects Cherokee County for first US operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Huwell US Inc. (Huwell), a cosmetics and hair care products manufacturer, today announced it selects Cherokee County for its first U.S. operation.
Cyclic Materials selects Chesterfield County for first East Coast operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Cyclic Materials, a leader in recycling solutions for rare earth elements, today announced it selects Chesterfield County to establish the company’s first East Coast operation.
S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Global Business Development director
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced today the promotion of Julie Kunkle to serve as the director of global business development (GBD). Kunkle will lead the department’s international and domestic recruitment efforts.
South Carolina industry recruitment reaches $9.12 billion in 2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2025 industry recruitment results, marking a milestone for rural economic development.
SC NEXUS receives federal approval to expand across South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) has approved a request to expand the geographic footprint of SC NEXUS for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) to include the entire state of South Carolina.
S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Marketing and Communications director
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce today announced that Dorothy Weaver has joined the agency as the director of marketing and communications.
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Ironline Metals, a precision manufacturer of steel framing products, today announced it is expanding its operations in Hampton County.
More than $12M awarded to improve communities across SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $12 million for public improvement projects and vital equipment needs.
MCIS selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mission Critical Interior Solutions, Inc. (MCIS), a data center solutions contractor and manufacturer, today announced it selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s
Fenner Precision Polymers selects Cherokee County for new South Carolina operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Fenner Precision Polymers (Fenner), a leader in reinforced polymer technology, today announced it selects Cherokee County to establish the company’s new South Carolina oper
PRET Advanced Materials, LLC expands Florence County operations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – PRET Advanced Materials, LLC (PRET), a leading advanced materials company, today announced it is expanding its operations in Florence County.
Coastal Ready Mix establishing operations in Horry County
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Coastal Ready Mix, a concrete manufacturer, today announced it is establishing operations in Horry County. The company’s $4.6 million investment will create 19 new jobs.
COLUMBIA, S.C. – AVANTech, LLC (AVANTech), a design, engineering, and Nuclear Quality Assurance-1 (NQA-1) fabrication partner delivering advanced processing solutions and build-to-print products, today announced it is expanding its operations in Richland County.