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First Solar invests $330M to expand manufacturing in SC
First Solar is investing $330 million in a new Cherokee County facility in Gaffney, expanding solar manufacturing in South Carolina and creating 600 new jobs.
German alliance to open U.S. headquarters in Laurens County
Kipp Group will invest $12.2 million to open its U.S. headquarters in Laurens County, creating 19 jobs and boosting South Carolina’s industrial growth.
Scout Motors picks Charlotte for new corporate headquarters
Scout Motors will establish its corporate headquarters in Charlotte while building a $2.3B EV production center in Blythewood, creating 4,000 jobs.
Boeing begins 787 Dreamliner expansion at North Charleston facility
Boeing has started construction on a $1 billion expansion at its North Charleston 787 Dreamliner plant, adding 1,000 jobs and boosting production by 2026.
Longtime utility construction firm expands in Greenwood County
The company is investing $10.1 million to expand its Ninety Six headquarters, adding 31 jobs and new facilities in Greenwood County.
West Coast manufacturer chooses Lowcountry for first East Coast operation
California-based QMP Inc. will invest $5.1M to open its first East Coast water filtration plant, creating 233 new jobs by 2026.
Wire manufacturer expanding operations in Oconee County
A wire solutions manufacturer will invest $5 million to expand its Westminster, SC facility, creating 15 new jobs and upgrading production technology.
SCRA names Bill Kirkland interim president and CEO
South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO as it searches for a permanent replacement for Bob Quinn, who […]
South Carolina business groups announce major merger
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Manufacturers Alliance will merge in 2026 to form South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce.
ABA Automotive opens first US site in North Charleston
Turkey-based ABA Automotive is opening its first U.S. facility in North Charleston, focusing on sales, warehousing and distribution.
Google to expand AI and cloud plans by $9B in Dorchester County
Google is investing $9 billion in South Carolina to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure, strengthen its Dorchester County presence and support local growth.
Keel to expand Charleston shipyard with $67M investment
Keel is investing $67M to expand its Yonges Island shipyard in Charleston County, adding 170 jobs and boosting submarine and carrier production.
