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A Driving Force Behind Economic Growth

The automotive industry has grown over several decades, establishing itself as one of South Carolina’s major economic drivers.

Omron Automation selects Spartanburg County to establish the company's first South Carolina operation

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Omron Automation (OMRON), a global leader in industrial automation technology, today announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation.

SC Department of Commerce announces 2024 Relentless Challenge grant awards

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced the recipients of its 2024 Relentless Challenge grant, which totaled $880,000 granted to 15 projects around the state.

SC Department of Commerce unveils “Launch to Legacy” brand

In fulfilling its vision of embracing the future to ensure South Carolina’s sustainable advantage, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C.

Nova Molecular Technologies expanding operations in Sumter County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Nova Molecular Technologies (Nova), a high-purity solvents manufacturer, today announced it is expanding its operations in Sumter County.

Flame Spray North America expands operations in Laurens County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Flame Spray North America, a thermal spray coatings manufacturer, today announced it is expanding its operations in Laurens County.

Capital Concrete Co. grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Fairfield County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Capital Concrete Co., a construction materials supplier, today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new operation in Fairfield County.

South Carolina achieves impressive economic development in 2023, including $9.22B announced capital investment

On the heels of a record-setting 2022, economic development throughout South Carolina showed few signs of slowing down in 2023. On Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, S.C.

South Carolina achieves second-highest industry recruitment in 2023

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained economic activity.

S.C. Commerce taps familiar name to lead agency’s European office

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III today announced that Sergio Domingues is the new Managing Director of the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s (S.C. Commerce) Europe office. Domingues was with S.C.

Grants awarded to improve 15 South Carolina communities

Fifteen localities from around South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $7.9 million for public improvement projects.

Carolina Structural Systems establishes first South Carolina operation in Anderson County

Carolina Structural Systems, a manufacturer of structural wood component systems, is establishing its first South Carolina operation in Anderson County.

Luray Peanut Co. expanding operations in Hampton County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Luray Peanut Co., a producer of packaged boiled peanuts, today announced plans to expand its operations in Hampton County. The company’s $5.25 million investment will create 16 new jobs.

Alupress, LLC expanding operations in Laurens County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Alupress, LLC (Alupress), a manufacturer of automotive die casting components, today announced plans to expand operations in Laurens County.

e-VAC Magnetics to build first US facility in Sumter County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – e-VAC Magnetics (e-VAC), a leading manufacturer of rare earth permanent magnets in the Western Hemisphere, today announced it is establishing U.S. operations in South Carolina, building its first facility in Sumter County.