Duke Energy pushes for electric vehicle use, infrastructure
Duke Energy pursues an initiative to develop electric vehicle infrastructure across the Carolinas and has started converting 100% of its own light-vehicle fleet to no-carbon emissions.
Upstate business leaders nominated for S.C. DOT Commission
Gov. Henry McMaster nominated two long-time business leaders to represent the 3rd Congressional District and an at-large seat on the S.C. Department of Transportation Commission.
Companies start operations at Greer’s Metro Court
JIDA Industrial Solutions Inc. and its subsidiary, Global Trade Logistics, have established operations in Greenville County, at 154 Metro Court in Greer, and expect to create 78 jobs in the area.
85/385 Gateway recognized for operations excellence
Once noted as one of the most dangerous exits in the country, the Interstate 85/385 interchange was recognized across the Southeast for its $300 million design, engineering and construction.
Lt. Gov. Evette and S.C. DEW chief Ellzey see recovery in manufacturing and trade
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Dan Ellzey, executive director of S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, argue that the Palmetto State’s manufacturing sector and reopening schedule have helped keep South Carolina's head above water.
Spinx Co. enters the food truck business
The Spinx Co. enters the food truck business by bringing the Cluk Truk to life. The mobile kitchen will serve a menu centered around the fried chicken items served at most of the Greenville-based retail chain’s convenience stores.
Greenville QT stores, Pendleton Place offer safe place for youth
Greenville County Quik Trip stores are partnering with Pendleton Place to offer quick retreat sites for youth in crisis.
Rollout of trucking ELD regulations could regionalize supply chains
COVID-19 may have complicated the operandus modi for the logistics industry, but some argue national regulation had already begun to reconfigure and reconnect supply chain nodes due to losses fielded by the industry.
Michelin distribution hub to export tires through Inland Port
Michelin will expand its use of Inland Port Greer by exporting finished tires from its 3 million-square-foot distribution center in Woodruff — the tiremaker's largest distribution center serving 60% of its North American customers.
Internet and infrastructural challenges surface in Ten at the Top Listening Tour
Following Ten at the Top's listening tour of the Upstate's seven non-urban counties and a corresponding poll, all counties reported that high speed internet accessibility and mobility are key to economic recovery.
Military aviation service provider to establish operations in Greenville County
Aero Precision/Kellstrom Defense, a military aviation sustainment provider, plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The company's $1.2 million investment is expected to create 21 new manufacturing jobs.
Solar company to open southeastern distribution hub in Greenville
International solar manufacturer First Solar Inc. plans to open a 450,000-square-foot southeastern distribution hub near Greer’s Inland Port later this month.