Innovation

SC Commerce announces 2026 Relentless Challenge grant awards

14 projects across the state awarded grants to support innovation and entrepreneurship

S.C. Commerce team meets with economic development leaders from across the state to ensure South Carolina’s sustainable advantage

A cornerstone of South Carolina’s economic development efforts is ability key players have to work together. The state has a proven ability to work together – quickly and efficiently – to recruit new companies and to grow existing industry across South Carolina.

2022 South Carolina wins and accomplishments

From record expansions to ribbon cuttings, 2022 has been a year of economic wins and celebrations in all corners of South Carolina. Not only has the state been successful in recruiting new industry, but S.C.'s existing companies continue to grow and thrive, expanding their footprints across the state. 

S.C. leading the way in EV transformation

A revolution in the automotive industry is underway, and South Carolina is helping lead the charge. Already known as an automotive powerhouse that boasts some of the world’s biggest names, South Carolina is now a major driver in the electric vehicle (EV) shift – with a growing roster of automotive companies making commitments to build next-generation vehicles in the state.

Celebrating manufacturing across South Carolina

ManuSouth Carolina produces some of the most complex products in the world. Each time a finished product rolls off an assembly line in the state – whether an electric vehicle, a top-of-the-line washing machine or a fighter jet – it continues to solidify S.C.’s reputation as a location that excels in advanced manufacturing.

Tune In: Secretary Lightsey talks EV transition, autonomous driving and the future of S.C.’s auto industry

Secretary Harry Lightsey recently had the opportunity to discuss all things automotive on an episode of The Overtake podcast.

S.C.’s top automakers come together to talk auto revolution

From the ground up: Luxury mushroom leather company breaks ground at new Union County facility

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.

News in Life Sciences: SCBIO hosts record-setting conference

A record-setting number of life sciences leaders and stakeholders from six countries, 26 states and from across South Carolina gathered in Charleston February 22-24 for the organization’s annual conference.

News across the state: S.C. Commerce in the Pee Dee