Measurable Results

The Charleston Regional Development Alliance facilitates the creation of quality jobs and significant capital investment within the three-county Charleston region, resulting in a higher standard of living and a better quality of life for area residents.

Since our inception in 1995, the Alliance has achieved the following measurable results:
Total New Capital Investments:   $5.22 billion
Total New Direct Jobs: 19,876


Announced Projects (Last 6 Months)

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995
Date Company Name Investment Direct Jobs Description
06/26/2009 Welded Tube-Berkeley $1.4 million 31 The company will expand its current product line in the fire protection market with a new product to be used in the transmission of air, water, and gas utilities, and for well-water removal.
04/29/2009 American LaFrance $1.69 million 216 The company plans to consolidate all of its operations to its Berkeley County headquarters and production facility, allowing the company to streamline production of three distinct product categories thus gaining manufacturing efficiency.
04/02/2009 TRUMPF Medical Systems Inc. $5.58 million 29 Following an extensive search for a new location,TRUMPF Medical Systems chose to expand in the Charleston region, citing a growing cluster of medical technology companies, a strong local talent base, a highly efficient seaport and an excellent environment for customer visits as key factors in the decision.
02/12/2009 American Synthetics $25 million 250 The newly formed venture will begin manufacturing durable, fully recyclable packaging for the pet food industry. American Synthetics is currently hiring its initial 50-person workforce and expects to invest $25 million and add another 200 employees within five years.