BASF in Seneca recognized for support of veterans
BASF in Seneca was recently recognized for its support of area veterans and their families with the Hammer Award, a national honor distributed by Purple Heart Homes, which provides housing solutions for disabled and aging veterans.
Ready-to-eat sandwich brand breaks ground at $39M Greenwood facility
A company known for its sandwiches and other “delicious eats for people on the go” broke ground at its new facility in Greenwood County on Tuesday morning. Greenwood County’s newest industrial partner, E.A. Sween Co.
Garden hose manufacturer to add 120 jobs after expansion
Flexon Industries makes garden hoses in Anderson County. Lots of them — enough in a single year to go around the Earth seven times, the company says.
BMW to invest $1B in Plant Spartanburg expansion
The project is part of a $1.7 billion investment in U.S. operations that includes a partnership with a Japanese electric vehicle technology company that will result in a $700 million facility built in Woodruff, S.C.
Canadian company makes $9M commitment to Cherokee County
Niagara Pharmaceuticals, a manufacturer of eye health and safety products, plans to establish its first U.S. operation in Cherokee County. The company’s $9 million investment will create 45 new jobs.
Greenville, Spartanburg counties make final decision on Volvo tax breaks
Over the last few weeks, Greenville and Spartanburg County Councils have heard out the public on whether Volvo Cars USA’s fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreements should be approved.
Governor puts his weight behind electric vehicle industry
S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster signed and announced a new executive order that will help support the increase of electric vehicle production and coordinate infrastructure for the industry in the state.
Electrical vehicle company moving headquarters to Greenville
An electric car company is expanding its operations in Greenville County.
BMW opens $20M training center near Plant Spartanburg
BMW opened a new $20 million training center today with a goal of promoting creative learning, fostering innovation and advancing technical skills in a changing automotive industry.
Draxlmaier appoints new production manager
The Draxlmaier Group, a supplier to the automotive industry, has named Michael Wolf the new manager of production plant in Duncan. He took over the new role Oct. 1.
Global manufacturer to open US HQ in Greenville
A global manufacturer of security technology will build its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County. The United Kingdom-based company is investing at least $10 million into the project, which is expected to be operational in 2024.
Boysen USA invests $4.5M in Spartanburg site
Boysen USA, a subsidiary of the German-based Boysen Group, plans to expand its South Carolina presence with a new operation in Spartanburg County. The $4.5 million investment will create 88 new jobs.