Local Data
Location & Expansion Log
Diverse companies – from startups to multinational corporations – continue to relocate and expand existing operations in the Charleston region.
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New, Expanding, and Mergers & Acquisitions
2003
The Sportsman's Shop
December 16, 2003
Sporting goods retailer
East Bay Deli
December 4, 2003
Delicatessen restaurant
Pack & Mail ETC
November 22, 2003
Packing and mailing
They also sell moving supplies and money orders.
Hill-Rom Inc.
November 19, 2003
Clinical Division headquarters operations as well as manufacturing of specialty medical equipment.
Hill-Rom's parent, Hillenbrand Industries of Batesville, Indiana, acquired St. Paul, Minn.-based Advanced Respiratory Inc. and will relocate its 50 jobs and production operations to their Clinical Division headquarters on Corporate Road in North Charleston by spring 2004.
Mama Fu's Noodle House
October 27, 2003
Restaurant
Scheduled to open late November or early December 2003. Located at 1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.
Just Fresh Bakery Cafe & Market
October 27, 2003
Restaurant
Opening in Seaside Farms (construction of last remaining commercial parcel, 24,000 sqft; completion set for March 2004).
Shimano American Corporation
October 15, 2003
Distribution of bicycle components and fishing tackle
Following a study of 13 possible locations, this worldwide leader in the bicycle component and fishing tackle markets selected the Charleston region for a new distribution center. Company officials noted access to major highways, rail and port facilities as key to their decision to locate in the region.
Polo Sport
October 14, 2003
Sporting apparel retailer
Located at 424 King Street.
Suzanne Walsh Art Gallery
October 14, 2003
Art gallery
Located at 45 John Street.
La Mer
October 3, 2003
Restaurant
Located on James Island.
Luxury Cars of Charleston
October 3, 2003
Previously owned car dealership
Salon Solas
October 3, 2003
Hair salon
Across from the Visitors Center in downtown Charleston
Faster Fitness Training Studio
October 3, 2003
Fitness center
Seabreeze Marina
October 2, 2003
Marina
50 Immigration Street, Charleston SC 29403
Nadeau Home
October 2, 2003
Home furnishings and accents
Nadeau Home
October 2, 2003
Home furnishings and accents
Pearl Vision
October 2, 2003
Optical goods store, Towne Center
Goodwill Superstore
October 2, 2003
Used merchandise store
Village Chop House
October 2, 2003
Restaurant
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
October 2, 2003
Assisted living facility
Part of Daniel Island
Charleston Southern University
October 2, 2003
University Science Center
Island Baby
October 2, 2003
Baby accessories retailer
Part of Daniel Island.
Germain Dermatology
October 2, 2003
Dermatologists office
Nanoscreen, LLC
October 1, 2003
Equipment used in pharmaceutical research
NanoScreen, LLC, announced the location of its corporate headquarters, R&D and distribution center in the Charleston region. The company serves major pharmaceutical companies with pipette tips and automated dispensing systems used in drug discovery and other early-stage research. Charleston's growing technology base and desirable lifestyle attributes were key factors in the company’s decision to locate here.
Universal Solutions LLC
September 10, 2003
Business communications consulting company
Kincaid Home Furnishings of Charleston
September 10, 2003
Home furnishing retailer
Jan - Pro
September 10, 2003
Cleaning franchise
ArjoWiggins Medical, Inc.
June 23, 2003
Specialty paper manufacturing for the medical industry
ArjoWiggins Medical, Inc., the medical division of specialty paper manufacturer ArjoWiggins, SAS of Paris, France, has relocated its medical division from Atlanta to the Charleston region. The move includes the division headquarters, distribution and light manufacturing.
Classic Granite & Marble
June 9, 2003
Imports and distributes natural stone products
Classic Granite & Marble is establishing a distribution center in the region. The company supplies residential and commercial contractors with granite, marble and other natural stones. According to company officials, the Port of Charleston and the region’s robust economy were key factors in their decision. (Mfg NAICS 33; Distribution NAICS 42132)
Ross Dress for Less
June 1, 2003
Clothing retailer
Ross Dress for Less
June 1, 2003
Clothing retailer
Rhodia, Inc.
May 21, 2003
Specialty chemicals
Rhodia, a France-based manufacturer and marketer of specialty chemicals, has expanded its operations in Charleston with the addition of a new laboratory and office building. Charleston is the main North American site for the company's Phosphorus and Performance Deliveries (PPD) Enterprise, which manufactures a variety of products used in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, textiles, construction and other industries.
National Association for Continence (NAFC)
April 22, 2003
Association headquarters
The NAFC, a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people who suffer from incontinence, has relocated its headquarters to the Charleston region.
Dover Hydraulics, Inc.
April 4, 2003
Reconditioning of hydraulic cylinders and components
Dover Hydraulics is opening a facility dedicated to the repair and reconditioning of hydraulic cylinders and components. The company primarily serves the steel, aluminum, paper, marine, construction, mining, salvage and scrap industries.
Coastal Glass Distributors, LLC
March 26, 2003
Architectural glass fabricator
Coastal Glass Distributors, LLC, an architectural glass fabricator, announced that it will triple its capacity in order to accommodate growth in its business.
Arcadia Publishing
March 20, 2003
Book publisher
Arcadia Publishing, the largest publisher of books on local histories, will expand its corporate offices and consolidate its national distribution center to a new $1.8 million facility. Arcadia is part of the United Kingdom-based Tempus Publishing Group.
Modulant Solutions, Inc.
March 13, 2003
Data interoperability software
Modulant, a leading provider of data interoperability software, announced the consolidation of its operations to the Charleston region. In moving its headquarters from San Francisco, the company plans to create 96 new jobs and invest $9.825 million over the next five years.
Zeltwanger, LP
March 10, 2003
High-precision machinery components
Germany-based Zeltwanger LP will establish a North American presence with the location of a manufacturing operation in the Charleston region. The company designs, manufactures and assembles high-precision components and systems for use in numerous automated manufacturing processes.
Bon Secours-Saint Francis Xavier
March 1, 2003
Expanding hospital
Premier Environmental Services, Inc.
February 6, 2003
Environmental consulting services
The Company specializes in beneficial reuse of hazardous and non-hazardous waste as well as traditional disposal methods of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Mercedes-Benz Lenkungen U.S., LLC (MBL US)
January 30, 2003
Manufacturing of automotive steering components
MBL U.S., a subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler AG, announced the launch of a new steering systems manufacturing operation that will produce and sell steering components for the North American market. Production at the plant is expected to reach full capacity in 2005.
Forest Technology Group
January 30, 2003
Information technology
Forest Technology Group, a business delivering information technologies and services internationally to help organizations manage natural resources, has expanded its corporate headquarters in the region. The ongoing growth of its customer base, plus future business projections, made it necessary for the company to find a larger office facility.
Peach Tree Inn
January 24, 2003
Motel
Coronet North America
January 20, 2003
International leader in oral care, filaments and housewares
Coronet North America, a division of Germany-based Coronet-Werke GmbH, has chosen to locate a manufacturing and distribution operation in the Charleston region.
Pleasant Surroundings
January 2, 2003
Furniture and home accents retailer
Knight's Concrete Products
January 1, 2003
Concrete products manufacturer
Bull&Finch
January 1, 2003
Restaurant/Bar
Union Hall
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
The New York Butcher Shoppe
January 1, 2003
Butcher shop
Pluto Rocks
January 1, 2003
Piano bar
Coast
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
The City Gallery
January 1, 2003
Art gallery
Pretzel Twister
January 1, 2003
Pretzel bakery
Kia Country of Charleston
January 1, 2003
Automobile dealership
Roly Poly Sandwich Shop
January 1, 2003
Sandwich Shop
Sentry Ford
January 1, 2003
Automobile dealership
Pottery Barn
January 1, 2003
Home furnishings retailer
Just Fresh
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Wholly Cow
January 1, 2003
Ice cream & coffee
Party Plan-it
January 1, 2003
Party supplies and rentals
Party Time
January 1, 2003
Party supplies
The Outdoor Shoppe Outfitter/ The Bicycle Shoppe
January 1, 2003
Outdoor & cycling retailer
Chutney Cafe by Stacks
January 1, 2003
restaurant
Crescent
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Charleston Lighting
January 1, 2003
Lighting and home accent retailer
Bodacious Bagels
January 1, 2003
Delicatessen
The Mattress Store Warehouse
January 1, 2003
bedding retailer
Air
January 1, 2003
Outdoor recreational hobby equipment
The New York Butcher Shoppe
January 1, 2003
Butcher shop
Copper Penny
January 1, 2003
Women's clothing
Golden Garden
January 1, 2003
Chinese restaurant
Whole Foods
January 1, 2003
Organic products supermarket
Old Village Post House
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Red's Ice House
January 1, 2003
Restaurant and bar
Jilda's Cafe
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Sweet Julep's
January 1, 2003
Candy shop
Decorative Fabric Outlet
January 1, 2003
Fabric outlet
Earth Fare
January 1, 2003
Natural foods supermarket
Long Point Cleaners
January 1, 2003
Dry cleaners
Sonic
January 1, 2003
Fast food restaurant
Bed Bath & Beyond
January 1, 2003
Household products retailer
Office Depot
January 1, 2003
Discount office supplies retailer
Babies R Us
January 1, 2003
Baby products discount retailer
Longhorn Steakhouse
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Chuck E Cheese
January 1, 2003
Children's pizza restaurant and entertainment center
Target
January 1, 2003
Discount retailer
Ann Taylor Loft
January 1, 2003
Women's clothing
Charlotte Russe
January 1, 2003
Women's clothing
Subway
January 1, 2003
sandwich shop
Bed Bath & Beyond
January 1, 2003
Household products retailer
Salt And Pepper Cafe
January 1, 2003
Cafe
Mattresses and More
January 1, 2003
Bedding retailer
Omni Fitness Center
January 1, 2003
Health club
Cost Plus World Market
January 1, 2003
Home furnishings retailer
BiLo
January 1, 2003
Grocery store
Linens &Things
January 1, 2003
Home furnishings retailer
Ross Dress for Less
January 1, 2003
Clothing retailer
Pier One
January 1, 2003
Home furnishings retailer
TJ Maxx
January 1, 2003
Discount retailer
Kohls
January 1, 2003
Retailer
Providence Baptist Church
January 1, 2003
Church expansion
Coast Architects, Inc.
January 1, 2003
Architectural firm
John Street Inn
January 1, 2003
Hotel/inn
S.C. Women's Business Center
January 1, 2003
Assists women in company start-ups
Earthling Day Spa
January 1, 2003
Spa
Beatty Center for the School of Business and Economics
January 1, 2003
Education (College of Charleston)
Franke Home At Seaside
January 1, 2003
Retirement community
Stepping Stones Early Childhood Development
January 1, 2003
Child care and educational services
Fantastic Sam's
January 1, 2003
Hair salon
Palmetto Interventional Pain Management
January 1, 2003
Pain management practice
Natural Nail Care Clinic
January 1, 2003
Nail salon
Residence Inn by Marriott
January 1, 2003
Hotel
Sunrise Children's School
January 1, 2003
Preschool
Coastal Carolina Cleaners
January 1, 2003
Dry cleaners
Movies at Azalea Square
January 1, 2003
Movie theatre
Community First Bank
January 1, 2003
Full service bank
SouthTrust Bank
January 1, 2003
Full service bank
Daniel Island Elementary and Middle School
January 1, 2003
Elementary and middle school
Park West Sport & Recreation Complex
January 1, 2003
Recreational facility
Charleston Travel Partners
January 1, 2003
Full service travel plaza
Morgan Creek Grill
January 1, 2003
Restaurant
Dorchester County
January 1, 2003
Coastal fishing boat market
