COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that the state’s 2025 export sales grew 1.5%, reaching $38.5 billion — the highest value in seven years — as reported by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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.
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.
Symrise Pet Food expanding operations in Greenwood County
Symrise Pet Food, a global leader in the pet food industry, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County by building a new state-of-the-art facility.
Sagebrook Home establishing operations in Berkeley County
Sagebrook Home, a global home décor brand, today announced plans to establish operations in Berkeley County. The company’s $80 million investment will create 117 new jobs.
Business Connections: S.C. Commerce teams up with SC Competes for tech/logistics B2B matchmaker
Relationships are the backbone of industry, and S.C. Commerce’s B2B events are one of the many opportunities Commerce provides to help businesses work together and find that perfect match.
Secretary Lightsey talks Commerce mission and vision across the state
Since taking the role of Secretary of Commerce last June, Secretary Harry Lightsey has been crisscrossing the state and meeting with economic development leaders and stakeholders with the mission to create opportunities and increase choices for all South Carolinians.
Autonomous vehicle company Argo AI establishing operations in Greenville County
Argo AI (Argo), a global autonomy products and services company, will establish a test facility in Greenville County. The company’s $2.6 million investment is expected to create 40 new jobs.
Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA celebrates grand opening in Richland County
The Richland County community celebrated the grand opening of its newest manufacturer Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA on Tuesday. Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA’s new 65,000-square-foot-facility – located in Pineview Industrial Park – is the South Korean-based company’s first U.S. manufacturing operation.
Fuyao Glass America Inc. expanding operations in Greenville County
Fuyao Glass America Inc., a venture of China-based Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (Fuyao Group), today announced plans to expand its operations in Greenville County.
Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc. expanding operations in Dorchester County
Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc., a family-owned and -operated maker of saltwater fishing boats, today announced plans to expand its operations in Dorchester County.
Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors establishing operations in Lexington County
Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors, Inc. (CAIF), a supplier of innovative naturally sourced ingredients, today announced its plans to establish operations in Lexington County.
Advanced Manufacturing: Nucor Steel clinches Manufacturing Madness title
The votes are in! The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance has announced the winner of its Manufacturing Madness contest, and Nucor Steel Berkeley is taking home the bragging rights.
Daye North America expanding operations in Charleston County
Daye North America, a subsidiary of Ningbo Daye Garden Machinery Company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $3.5 million investment will create 131 new jobs.