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Loctek establishing operations in Clarendon County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Loctek, a manufacturer of ergonomic solution products, today announced plans to establish operations in Clarendon County. The company’s $5 million investment is projected to create 10 new jobs. 

KRA Operations, LLC establishing operations in Newberry County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – KRA Operations, LLC, a subsidiary of South Korean-based Kirin Precision Co., Ltd, is establishing its first U.S. operations in Newberry County. The company’s $11.5 million investment is projected to create 57 new jobs. 

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Silgan Containers expanding operations in Lancaster County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Silgan Containers, a leading manufacturer of metal food packaging, today announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County.

Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. expanding operations in Bamberg County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Phoenix Specialty Mfg.

News in International Strategy and Trade: S.C. Commerce India office hosts investors meeting

The South Carolina Department of Commerce’s India office recently hosted a virtual investors meeting in partnership with Tiruppur Exporters Association, a leading industry association of Indian textile exporters, and business stakeholders.

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Paper Converters Inc. expanding operations in Colleton County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Paper Converters Inc., a paper tube manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Colleton County. The company’s $500,000 investment is projected to create 10 new jobs. 

Walmart selects Dorchester County as site for new distribution center

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Walmart has announced plans to build a $220 million distribution center in Dorchester County, near Ridgeville, South Carolina.

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Aero Precision/Kellstrom Defense establishing operations in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Aero Precision/Kellstrom Defense, a leading military aviation sustainment provider, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County.