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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Israel-Based Elbit Systems of America Expands North Charleston, South Carolina, Production Hub

11/15/2021
Elbit Systems of America, a subsidiary of Israel-based Elbit Systems Ltd., plans to expand operations in North Charleston, South Carolina. The project is expected to create approximately 300 jobs.

Located at 9028 Palmetto Commerce Parkway, the new facility will increase the company’s manufacturing capacity and support future growth for new products. The location is expected to be operational by Fall 2022.

“This is an exciting milestone for Elbit America, building on decades of investment and growth in the U.S. defense market. Establishing this facility is part of a strategy to increase Elbit’s engineering and manufacturing capabilities in the U.S. and contribute to strengthening America’s defense industrial base. We selected South Carolina due to its strong support for economic development, the availability of skilled workforce and the existence of a robust supply chain,” Elbit Systems of America President & CEO Raanan Horowitz noted.

As an incentive, the Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. Charleston County was also awarded a $700,000 Set-Aside grant to assist with costs related to this project.

“South Carolina continues to show itself as extremely competitive for companies looking to set up new operations. Elbit Systems of America, LLC’s decision to locate its new facility in South Carolina is another sign that our state’s business-friendly climate, skilled workforce and exceptional market access are working to attract investments that create new jobs within our borders,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III.

Founded in 1983, Elbit Systems of America, LLC is a leading provider of high-performance products and system solutions focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation and medical instrumentation sectors.

“The Port of Charleston is the nation’s most productive and efficient port. Charleston’s globally-connected infrastructure, robust defense sector, established automotive supply chain and reputation as a talent magnet influenced the company’s decision to locate here to better serve its customers. Elbit Systems of America, LLC will be a tremendous asset to our thriving defense, automotive and advanced manufacturing clusters,” Charleston Regional Development Alliance Board Chairman Mike Fuller added.

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