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.
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.
Last month, 45 state and community leaders graduated from the South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a statewide economic development program.
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.
Cheers to E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) on the opening of its distribution operation at the company’s new facility in Chester County. Gallo CEO Ernest Gallo, along with Governor Henry McMaster, S.C. Commerce team members, local economic development leaders and community members, celebrated the milestone with a ribbon cutting on Oct. 7.
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.
More than a major pillar of state and national defense, the military is an integral component to South Carolina’s economy. A report recently issued by the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs underscores the significant role that the military plays in the state.
The 2022 hurricane season is officially underway, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this year is predicted to be “above-average” with 14 to 21 named storms.
Walmart’s newest distribution center is officially open for business in Dorchester County. The $220 million, 3 million-square-foot facility, located in Ridgeville, will supply several regional distribution centers supporting approximately 850 Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs across South Carolina and beyond.
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.
The Richland County community celebrated the grand opening of its newest manufacturer Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA on Tuesday. Miwon Specialty Chemical Co. USA’s new 65,000-square-foot-facility – located in Pineview Industrial Park – is the South Korean-based company’s first U.S. manufacturing operation.
South Carolina’s various rural regions are home to unique communities, steeped in rich traditions and culture. To celebrate the economic development opportunities and solutions as distinctive as the communities, statewide rural leaders convened in Rock Hill for the 32nd Annual S.C. Rural Summit on March 6 – 8.
