S.C. surpasses $30 billion in export sales for 2020

The S.C. Department of Commerce’s 2020 International Trade Report found the state leads the nation in export sales of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles, as well as in export sales of ball and roller bearings. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

BMW Manufacturing exports $8.9 billion in cars

Despite a temporary shutdown last spring caused by a supply chain under siege from COVID-19, the German automaker hit nearly $9 billion in exports for vehicles made in Spartanburg County for 2020. (GSA Business Report)

3D-printing company to expand in York County

Rock Hill-based 3D Systems is investing $13 million in a 100,000-square-foot expansion slated to be completed early next year and create 50 jobs. The company serves the health care, aerospace, defense, automotive and durable goods markets. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

Cabinet manufacturer to open shop in Spartanburg

New Jersey-based CNC Cabinetry is scaling up to open its first South Carolina warehouse and distribution operation on Spartanburg's Nazareth Church Road this spring. (GSA Business Report)

SCRA invests in Greenville drone industry startup

Maybe there’s truth in the phrase, “There’s an app for everything,” because now, thanks to one of Greenville’s rising stars, drone pilots can stash away flight plans and access airspace from an iPhone. (GSA Business Report)

Michelin partners with International African American Museum

The International African American Museum and Michelin North America Inc. have announced a partnership focused on freedom in the age of mobility. The museum's mission is to honor untold stories of the African American journey. (GSA Business Report)