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BMW X models assembled at Plant Spartanburg are shipped through the Port of Charleston and other East Coast ports to nearly 120 global markets. (Photo/BMW Manufacturing)
Mar 5, 2026

BMW Spartanburg leads US auto exports with $9B in value

BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg led U.S. automotive exports by value in 2025, shipping nearly 200,000 vehicles worth $9 billion.

The 16 finalists include the Boeing 787 series — ¬ the Dreamliner. The plane is made in North Charleston and reaches around the world. The lighter version of the old jumbo jets are bought by carriers looking to take passengers on long trips for lower fuel costs. (Photo/Boeing)
Mar 2, 2026

Top 16 named for Coolest Thing Made in SC

South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce names Top 16 finalists for the Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina Manufacturing Madness contest.

Containers move through the Port of Charleston, a key driver of South Carolina’s $38 billion export economy and one of the top 10 U.S. container ports. (Photo/SC Ports/English Hurteau)
Mar 2, 2026

Punching above its weight: SC’s $38B trade engine

South Carolina exports hit $38 billion in 2024, ranking No. 17 nationally, fueled by manufacturing, Charleston Port logistics and workforce growth.

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Jan 8, 2026

South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce names leadership team

South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce names Sara Hazzard CEO and announces senior staff following the merger of SCMA and the SC Chamber.

Aran USA will invest $4 million to expand its Greer facility, doubling production capacity and creating 18 jobs to meet demand for sustainable packaging. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Oct 6, 2025

College of Charleston to launch German co-op workforce development program

College of Charleston and Germany’s NORDAKADEMIE launch a first-of-its-kind co-op program to strengthen global workforce development in manufacturing.

The third-annual Manufacturing Mavens, which is a program of the South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo, recognizes female leadership and innovation in South Carolina’s manufacturing industry.
Sep 29, 2025

SCBIZ names 2025 Manufacturing Mavens honorees

SCBIZ announces the 2025 Manufacturing Mavens, honoring female leaders driving innovation and growth in South Carolina’s manufacturing industry.