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Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Well-Represented in Paris at Composites Trade Show
To make the advanced products that come off assembly lines in all corners of South Carolina, manufacturers need access to the latest, mo
South Carolina export sales top $34 billion in 2018, achieve ninth consecutive record year
COLUMBIA, S.C. – For the ninth consecutive year, the state of South Carolina set a record for total export sales in 2018. Today, Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the S.C.Appalachian Regional Commission an Important Partner
It’s often said that economic development is a team sport.
Message from Secretary Hitt: S.C.-Made Goes Worldwide
This week, the U.S. Department of Commerce released 2018 year-end trade data for each state.
S.C. Department of Commerce hosts 29th Annual South Carolina Rural Summit
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, March 4 and Tuesday, March 5 for the 2019 South Carolina Rural Summit.Message from Secretary Hitt: Making Things in SC
British inventor and businessman James Dyson once said, "Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together." The people of South Ca
Charleston Distilling expanding operations in Charleston County
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Charleston Distilling, an independent, small-batch producer of handcrafted spirits, today announced a $4.2 million investment in its Charleston County operations.Message from Secretary Hitt: Improving the Quality of Life in South Carolina
Despite our busy schedules and the fast-paced nature of economic development, it's always a good idea to take a moment and reflect
The QM Group expanding Orangeburg County operations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Quality Model Group of companies (The QM Group) today announced an expansion of its existing Orangeburg County plastic injection molding operations.Maxwood Furniture, Inc. locating new distribution center in Marion County
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Maxwood Furniture, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to locate its new distribution center in Marion County. The company’s $1.8 million investment is projected to create 21 new jobs.Message from Secretary Hitt: Offering Unmatched Logistics Assets in S.C.
In business, it's no secret that companies locate where they feel they can have success and be profitable.
Workforce: Lowcountry Training Center a Result of Collaboration
In 2015, Mercedes-Benz Vans and Volvo Cars both announced the establishment of significant manufacturing operations in the Lowcountr
Existing Industry: 46 Years Later, S.C. Has Become a Leader in the Tire Industry
On this day in 1973, Michelin announced plans to establish its first major manufacturing operations in the United States with a new tire pla
Ortec growing its existing Anderson County operations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Ortec, a leading biomaterial and polymer technology company, is growing its Anderson County operations. The company intends to invest $20 million and create approximately 18 new jobs.S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Marketing and Communications director
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Alex Clark has been promoted and will serve as the agency’s marketing and communications director.Media Inquiries
For more information or media inquiries, please contact Alex Clark, Deputy Director of Communications.
