Today's headlines from GSA Business Report

Aerospace OEMs search for local suppliers

As Lockheed Martin and Boeing scale up operation in the Palmetto State, the aerospace giants are on the hunt for regional suppliers and vendors able to meet local needs. However, the development of an aerospace supply chain cluster takes time and patience, industry professionals say.

First Citizens: S.C. ranks as best state for startups

First Citizens Bank’s sixth annual Small Business Forecast finds that 84% of its respondents in the Palmetto State believe South Carolina is a great place to do business, the highest percentage in any of the bank's survey areas.

Repair program keeps S.C. residents safe at home

SC Housing’s emergency home repair program is one way the organization helps homeowners in need, though the agency says it needs more participating nonprofits as the pandemic puts a strain on resources.

Hot Properties

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T Cox of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine represented Phoenix Automation Services Ltd. in the leasing of a 2,015-square-foot industrial space at The Brandi Building, 203 Greer Dr., Unit 3, in Simpsonville, from Cynthia J. Cox. For more Hot Properties, click here.

Digital copy available of the Nov. 16 GSA Business Report

Our latest edition is online. Boeing Co.'s decision to consolidate the company's final assembly operations for the 787 Dreamliner is one of the most significant economic developments in recent years and the latest example of the growing influence of the aerospace sector in South Carolina. Our statewide news team takes a look at Boeing and the industry across the state. Also, read about battery technology that may be a real power boost for electric car manufacturers.

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