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International: Former President of Tunisia Visits S.C.

With more than 70 percent of the world’s purchasing power located outside of the United States, international trade and investment remains a crucial component of South

PhishLabs expanding into new headquarters in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – PhishLabs, a leading provider of cybersecurity services, is expanding its existing operations in Charleston County.

South Atlantic Canners investing in Lee County facility

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Atlantic Canners, Inc., a Coca-Cola production cooperative that includes several Coca-Cola bottlers, is expanding its Bishopville operations in Lee County.

Secretary Hitt: A New Look for Team South Carolina

It's often said that you only get one chance to make a first impression. For Team South Carolina, it's imperative that the one we make is a good one.

Thunderbolt Biomass, Inc. establishing Allendale County plant

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Thunderbolt Biomass, Inc., a manufacturer of wood pellets from sawmill residuals, is launching new processing operations in Allendale County. The company is planning to invest $6 million in the project, creating 35 new jobs.

S.C. Department of Commerce unveils new website

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce today announced the launch of its brand new website, which offers companies of all sizes a new view of the resources available to them.

Geismar launching first U.S. manufacturing facility in Beaufort County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Geismar, a manufacturer and distributor of railway maintenance equipment, is launching its new operations in Beaufort County.

Secretary Hitt: Showcasing South Carolina to the World

As the calendar officially turns to spring, more than just the sun will start to shine brighter on South Carolina.

Ackerson-Stevens expanding Greenwood County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Ackerson-Stevens Inc. (ASI), a lumber company and manufacturer of custom moldings and flooring accessories, is expanding its existing Greenwood County operations.

GE Healthcare expanding its Florence County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – GE Healthcare is expanding its existing magnet resonance imaging (MRI) components production operations in Florence County.

Dominion establishing new solar farm in Jasper County

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S.C. Department of Commerce holds annual South Carolina Rural Summit

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, March 6 and Tuesday, March 7 for the 2017 South Carolina Rural Summit.

Secretary Hitt: New Inland Port Making Waves in S.C.

When asked about his key to success, entrepreneur Walt Disney once said, "We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things." Here in the Palmetto State, Team South Carolina is always trying different strategies and blazing new trails.

MP Husky expanding its Greenville County manufacturing operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – MP Husky, one of the leading manufacturers of Cable Tray and Cable Bus systems in the United States and Canada, is expanding its existing manufacturing operations in Greenville County.

Secretary Hitt: Industries are Thriving in the Palmetto State

This month, we celebrate the anniversary of two important events in the state's recent economic development history.