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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.

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. 

The future of commerce and conservation was at the forefront of Sustain SC’s inaugural Sustainability Symposium that was held last week in Columbia.

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.

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

Nephron Nitrile is one step closer to production after a massive del

South Carolina’s pro-business environment has been attracting companies the world over for decades, and as a result, the state has become a top destination for foreign direct investment.

Of the many countries that South Carolina has strong business and trade ties, Korean companies have been investing in South Carolina for many decades and continue to make a significant annual impact on the state’s economy.