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
2007
CPM Federal Credit Union
December 24, 2007
Credit union
DuPont
December 18, 2007
Manufacturing of Kevlar brand fiber
Following a highly competitive site selection process, this global technology innovator chose the Charleston region for the largest single investment in its Kevlar high-performance fiber, and the largest capacity increase since 1965.
AT&T
December 17, 2007
AT&T communications store
New AT&T store design opened first location in state in North Charleston.
AT&T Store North Charleston
December 17, 2007
Wireless and entertainment products
Bradford Mortgage Co.
December 17, 2007
Independent mortgage banking firm
Specializes in lending money to homebuyers seeking residences in upscale and resort communities.
SEE (Selective Eyewear Elements)
December 12, 2007
High end eyewear boutique
High end eyewear boutique
Force Protection Inc.
December 10, 2007
Mine-protected vehicles, military class vehicles
Indigo Radio LLC
December 10, 2007
Radio
Indigo Radio LLC, a company controlled by a radio veteran with past ties to the industry in Charleston, is acquiring WLTQ 730-AM from Citicasters Licenses LP, a subsidiary of broadcasting giant Clear Channel Communications.
Bank of America
December 10, 2007
Banking & financial services
New South Mortgage
December 10, 2007
Mortgage broker
Venture Aerobearings, LLC
December 4, 2007
Jet engine aerobearings
This joint venture of SKF Group and GE Aviation will manufacture and repair aerobearings for GE jet engines. Company officials selected the Charleston region because of a skilled workforce and the support of state and local development authorities.
Weber Automotive Corp.
December 2, 2007
Manufactures high-end components and systems for the auto industry
Albert Weber, a manufacturer of high-end components and systems for the auto industry, will invest $10 million to expand its operation by 2010, more than tripling the size of its manufacturing plant and doubling its workforce.
Noisette Co.
November 30, 2007
Public works construction project at Naval Base
Public works construction project at Naval Base
Global Aeronautica, LLC
November 30, 2007
Aircraft components manufacturing
DwellSmart
November 29, 2007
Homefurnishings store
We sell healthy and environmentally-friendly products for use in homes and other indoor spaces.
Talbots Belk Drive
November 29, 2007
Clothing store
MPW/Separ Worldwide
November 26, 2007
Diesel fuels manufacturing
Manufactures and distributes diesel fuel products that extend the life of diesel engines as well as the consumption of diesel fuel.
The Charleston Shucker Co.
November 20, 2007
Oyster knives
Web-based engraved oyster knives
Angie's List
November 20, 2007
Web site to rank local businesses
Recently expanded to the Charleston market.
Ameris Bank
November 19, 2007
Bank
Harris Teeter West Ashley
November 12, 2007
Food and beverage supermarket
Talbots Petites
November 12, 2007
Clothing store
Robert Bosch Corp.
October 31, 2007
Manufactures anti-lock brakes and fuel system units.
The region’s largest manufacturer, Dorchester County’s Robert Bosch Corp., is adding 100 new jobs at its North Charleston facility, the result of continued strong demand for the company’s anti-lock brakes and fuel system units for gas and diesel engines.
DavisAir, Inc.
October 30, 2007
Air transportation
Founded 1989 in Pittsburgh. Licensed by FAA since 1993. Operates out of Charleston International Airport.
Colonial Trust Co.
October 30, 2007
Wealth management and trust services
Established in 1913, Colonial is the oldest private trust company in South Carolina.
X-Calibur Plant Health Company
October 29, 2007
Controlled release fertilizer
A pro-business environment, cooperative community and deep water port convinced this start-up company to locate its headquarters and manufacturing facility in the region. X-Calibur Plant Health Company is the sole North American manufacturer of Plantacote controlled release fertilizer which allows plant growers a more efficient, economical and environmentally-friendly way to continuously feed nutrients.
Food Lion Stores
October 29, 2007
Grocery store
Syn Strand Inc.
October 25, 2007
Monofilament manufacturing
Syn Strand is adding 14,000 square feet to an existing plant to enlarge the facility and the research & development department.
Nationwide Express, Inc.
October 24, 2007
Full service transportation logistics management company
This global leader in transportation logistics management opened it's first transloading facility in South Carolina. Key reasons for selecting our region for this competitive investment: state's infrastructure, access to markets and the Port of Charleston.
Nancy Koltes at Home
October 15, 2007
Luxury linens
Palmetto Car & Truck Group
September 30, 2007
Automobile dealers
Carolina Nurseries
September 25, 2007
Wholesale ornamental nursery products distribution
Coldwater Creek
September 21, 2007
Clothing store
FreEnergy LLC
September 19, 2007
Local solar electrical power
Charleston County Aviation Authority
September 18, 2007
Airport operations
Bi-Lo Stores
September 10, 2007
Grocery stores
J.C. Penney Co. Inc.
September 10, 2007
Retail department store
District HQ; J.C. Penney likes to have its district offices inside its stores and is moving the district office to Charleston because of the company’s growth in eastern South Carolina (J.C. Penney has 18 stores in South Carolina).
The Backpacker
September 10, 2007
Outdoor gear and clothing shop
Mainsail Construction Co. Inc.
September 3, 2007
Custom home building, construction management
Custom home building, construction management
Brighton Collectibles
September 3, 2007
Jewelry store
CVS
September 3, 2007
Drug store, pharmacy
Fort Sumter Tours / Spiritline Cruises
September 3, 2007
Charleston Harbour boat tours and cruises
Fresh Produce
August 29, 2007
Women’s and children’s sportswear
Fresh Produce is a retailer of colorful, seasonally-inspired women’s and children’s sportswear. The company also carries Extra Fresh, a plus-size women’s clothing line. The store sells accessories such as Vera Bradley handbags and wholesales to nearly 1,000 retailers, including Nordstrom and Walt Disney stores
Skirt Publishing
August 29, 2007
Publisher
Streit USA Armoring
August 10, 2007
Armored vehicle manufacturer
The Canadian-based company upfits automobiles with armor plating and glass, is opening the U.S. facility in order to compete for government contracts. It would provide vehicles for military officials, diplomats and other dignitaries and be used around the globe.
Kohl's
August 6, 2007
Department store
Settings
August 6, 2007
Custom invitations and registry items
Retail shop for invitations and registry items
AT&T
August 6, 2007
Telecommunications services
Telecommunications services; regional headquarters
Wal-Mart Supercenter Mt. Pleasant
July 30, 2007
Retail merchandise
Scrappin' at the Pink House
July 23, 2007
Scrapbooking store
Southcoast Community Bank
July 23, 2007
Bank
TWL Precision
July 19, 2007
Precision automotive components
TWL Precision Ltd, headquartered in England, will join the region's growing automotive cluster with their new North American Corporate Office. As a key precision component supplier for Toyota in Europe, TWL will grow their North American customer base by working with companies such as Cummins Turbo Technologies in Charleston.
GillznFinz.com, LLC
July 17, 2007
Fishing website
Sportsman's Warehouse
July 16, 2007
Outdoor outfitter
First Citizens
July 13, 2007
Bank
Buck Lumber & Building Supply, Inc.
July 2, 2007
Dressed Lumber, Marine Piling
M. Dumas & Sons
July 2, 2007
Clothing store
Airport Garages
June 29, 2007
Vehicle storage
Mediterranean Shipping Company
June 28, 2007
South Atlantic corporate headquarters for international shipping company
The second largest container carrier in the world announced the location of its South Atlantic corporate headquarters here. Among the reasons cited for this competitive expansion: a dedicated workforce, reasonable coastal living and a strong business climate.
Christoph Paccard Bellfoundaries
June 25, 2007
Cast Bronze Bells
Cast Bronze Bells
BookSurge
June 21, 2007
Digital publishing
An Amazon.com company, BookSurge has expanded its print-on-demand book publishing operation in the Charleston region.
Biton
June 11, 2007
Upscale men's and women's clothing retailer
Downtown Charleston's first two-story deparment store boutique.
Sprout Maternity and Infant Boutique
June 11, 2007
Maternity and infant clothing
Comerica Bank
June 11, 2007
Bank
Supply Lumber & Building Materials
June 5, 2007
Building Materials
Rite Aid Corp.
June 5, 2007
Drug Store
Charleston Marine Manufacturing
June 4, 2007
Ship Repair
Kids on King
June 4, 2007
Children's clothing store
Best Buy - Summerville
May 28, 2007
Consumer electronics
PetSmart
May 28, 2007
Pet & Pet supply store
Pegasus Steel
May 14, 2007
North American headquarters and manufacturing of precision steel components
This global leader in steel processing selected the region for its North American headquarters and manufacturing plant after considering other locations throughout the Southeast. Headquartered in South Africa, the company’s new facility will be larger and have more capacity than any other within a 1,000-mile radius.
Coastal Palms - Island Apparel
April 30, 2007
Resort apparel for men, women, and children
The Lollipop Shop
April 30, 2007
Candy store
400 Varieties of candy, Freshfields Village
Charleston County Aviation Authority
April 30, 2007
Airport operations
Durham School Services
April 25, 2007
School transportation provider
Berlin's Restaurant Supply
April 21, 2007
Kitchen supply store
Midway Specialty Vehicles
April 17, 2007
Upfitting of DaimlerChrysler Sprinter vans
A custom commercial vehicle upfitter, Midway Specialty Vehicles selected the Charleston region for its new Sprinter Division. The innovative company selected our region to be close to DaimlerChrysler’s Sprinter Van manufacturing facility.
Ace Hardware
April 16, 2007
Hardware store
J. Jill
April 16, 2007
Womens clothing store
Mount Pleasant Towne Center. Women's clothing owned by Talbots.
Berlin's
April 9, 2007
Clothing store for men and women
L2 Technologies
April 9, 2007
Apple computer store
Google, Inc.
April 5, 2007
Data center
After a competitive site selection search, Google selected the Charleston region for a $600 million state-of-the-art data center. Among the reasons cited: the region’s solid infrastructure, a strong sense of community, an attractive workforce and responsive government officials.
Daimler Vans Manufacturing, LLC
April 2, 2007
Assembly of Sprinter Vans
EmbroidMe
April 2, 2007
Garment and screen printing, embroidery
Force Protection Inc.
April 2, 2007
Mine-protected vehicles, military class vehicles
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
March 30, 2007
Credit Union
Steve & Barry's
March 26, 2007
Casual clothing retailer
The Seaside Sea Store
March 19, 2007
Fuel and convenience store
BP/Amoco fuel and convenience store
GenPhar, Inc
March 13, 2007
Headquarters and manufacturing of vaccines
This biopharmaceutical company, which develops vaccines to protect against the world’s most dangerous infectious diseases, announced plans to construct South Carolina’s first Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility for biological medicine. Reasons cited for this competitive expansion: the region’s natural beauty, strong workforce and proximity to MUSC.
The Sportsman's Shop
March 12, 2007
Sporting goods
Circuit City
March 5, 2007
Electronics store
Santee Cooper
January 22, 2007
Electric Utility
Electric Utility
JSJ Pharmaceuticals
January 22, 2007
Specialty pharmaceutical company
JSJ Pharmaceuticals Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company that identifies and brings to market products targeted for topical use primarily in the dermatology community, has relocated its corporate headquarters from Philadelphia to Charleston. Cited access to the dermatology program at the Medical University of South Carolina as a key consideration for choosing to relocate the company’s headquarters.
Carolina Port Services
January 22, 2007
Transportation & distribution provider for freight
Transportation and distribution provider for freight moving through the Port of Charleston. Phil McElhaney, Dan Brewer, and Chris Moore owners.
Atlantic Capital Investments LLC
January 22, 2007
Financial planning firm
Scientific Investors
January 22, 2007
Wealth management firm
Belimed USA
January 17, 2007
North American headquarters for infection control technology company
The region’s appeal in attracting and retaining top talent plus a strong business climate convinced Belimed to bring its North American corporate headquarters here. Part of Switzerland’s Metall Zug Group, Belimed is a global leader in infection control technology for hospitals, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.
Leisure Depot
January 15, 2007
Family home-recreation business
Coldwell Banker Coastal Properties
January 15, 2007
Real Estate
Best Buy - West Ashley
January 11, 2007
Consumer electronics
MedErr DataApplication
January 11, 2007
Medical Software
A new company aiming to globally reduce medical errors has chosen Charleston as its headquarters. The company plans to hire 160 employees over the next two years. MedErr plans to release its new software, known as eAppliedData, early this year.
Carolina First Bank
January 10, 2007
Bank
Relocating south coast area office to the Charleston Gateway Center located at 40 Calhoun Street.
Avondale Wine & Cheese
January 1, 2007
Butler Marine of Charleston
January 1, 2007
Boat dealership
White
January 1, 2007
High-end bridal boutique