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Companies Oct 22

Nupi Americas, Inc. Makes $4.9 Million Investment in Hampton County

Nupi Americas, Inc., a North American subsidiary of Nupi Industrie Italiane, S.p.A., is establishing warehousing and distribution operations in Hampton County. The $4.9 million investment is expected to create 37 new jobs over the next five years. “Nupi Americas has chosen South Carolina to develop its future products in the U.S. The new facility, located […]

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Economic Development Oct 20

“Made In Oconee” Campaign Launched by Oconee Economic Alliance

The Oconee Economic Alliance recently launched a new marketing campaign focused on manufacturers. “Made In Oconee” is a coordinated marketing initiative established by the Oconee Economic Alliance to enrich the relationship between local manufacturers and the school district of Oconee County. This multi-tiered campaign highlights the products made in Oconee County and the people who […]

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Companies Oct 19

Cypress Creek to Build Solar Facility in Darlington County

Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, has taken first steps toward investing $10 million in a solar energy project in Darlington County. This investment adds to a $20.4 million investment in Lexington County solar operations, which was announced in August 2015. “We are thrilled […]

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Automotive Oct 14

Magna International to Invest $50 Million in Expansion

The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC)announced today that Magna International, a leading global automotive supplier, is expanding its S.C. manufacturing operations with a new exteriors facility in Matrix Park. The $50.8-million investment will go toward a new 165,000-square-foot exteriors facility at Matrix Park that is expected to create 153 jobs. “The infrastructure, resources and support […]

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Companies Oct 14

AstenJohnson to Expand Laurens County Manufacturing Operations

Charleston-based manufacturer, AstenJohnson, Inc., announced today that it is expanding its existing Laurens County manufacturing facility, which is located at 400 Asten Road in Clinton, S.C. The company is planning to invest $32 million on new equipment in the next five years, with the largest purchase being a new needle loom in 2016. “The plan […]

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Economic Development Oct 12

Company Cites South Carolina’s Global Connectivity for Selecting Lowcountry

Sea Pac LLC, a company that specializes in transloading, warehousing, packaging, and logistics of plastic resins, will establish operations in Charleston County after naming the Palmetto State’s international capabilities as a motive for site selection The transport company’s $32 million investment is expected to create 50 new jobs initially and more than 200 in the […]

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Companies Sep 28

Mitsubishi Polyester Film Announces $100 Million Expansion

Mitsubishi Polyester Film, Inc. announced a $100 million investment to expand its polyester film capacity in Greer, SC. Mitsubishi Polyester will break ground on the expansion, an addition to its nearly 1-million-square-foot facility in the first quarter of 2016. The new line will focus on specialty products. “Mitsubishi Plastics has once again demonstrated its commitment […]

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Automotive Sep 23

Global Manufacturer Comes to Travelers Rest

A global textile manufacturer will put down its U.S. roots in Travelers Rest, S.C. with the creation of Cold Mountain Material Corporation, the Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) announced Wednesday. In an effort to better serve its expanding North American customer-base, and the rapidly growing automotive sector in South Carolina, the China-based, Suzhou Glacier Import […]

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Automotive Sep 16

DRÄXLMAIER Expanding Upstate SC Operations

The DRÄXLMAIER Group, one of the world’s top automotive suppliers, is expanding its existing manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County. The company is investing more than $35 million in the project, creating 94 new jobs in Duncan, S.C. over the next five years. “Our plant in Duncan plays an important strategic role for our global production […]

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Companies Sep 16

Worksman Cycles Establishing Horry County Operations

Worksman Cycles, a manufacturer of heavy-duty bicycles and tricycles as well as food vending trucks and carts, is establishing operations in Horry County. The company is investing $2.5 million in the facility, creating approximately 50 new jobs in Conway, S.C. “The choice of Horry County was easy, as it stood head and shoulders above every […]

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