York County Economic Development

10/30/2026

Following these projects?

Project Pear and Project Utopia are scheduled to return to York County Council for second reading on Monday, November 2.

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Monday, November 2 | 6 PM
York County Government Center
6 South Congress Street
York, SC 29745

If you're interested in learning more, we encourage you to attend the County Council meeting.

10/30/2026

Coming Before Council | November 2 | First Reading

This coming Monday, November 2, two potential economic development projects are scheduled to come before York County Council for first reading. These projects represent different types of manufacturing activity in different parts of the county, and we wanted to share a little about each one.

Project Blue Mako | Rock Hill

Project Blue Mako is a proposed precision manufacturing operation serving industries including aerospace, automotive and medical equipment. The project would involve the purchase and renovation of an existing facility in Rock Hill, representing approximately $22.6 million in capital investment and the potential creation of 54 new jobs.

Project Elevate | Southern York County

Project Elevate is a proposed expansion of an existing manufacturer in southern York County. The project would include construction of a new facility to support packaging materials manufacturing operations.

The proposed expansion represents approximately $170.5 million in capital investment and could create 80 new jobs, further strengthening York County's manufacturing base.

Interested in learning more?

We invite you to attend the meeting to learn more about the proposed projects.

Monday, November 2, 2026 | 6 PM
Government Center Building
6 South Congress Street
York, SC 29745

10/29/2026

10/28/2026

Another milestone for Atlas Copco Group in Rock Hill!

We were glad to join employees, local leaders and community partners to celebrate the opening of The NEXT USA, a new facility bringing several of the company's brands and capabilities together under one roof.

The facility marks another important step in bringing product assembly and manufacturing capabilities closer to customers in the U.S.

Atlas Copco has built a strong and growing presence in York County over the years, and this latest milestone reflects its continued investment in Rock Hill and long-term commitment to the region.

10/16/2026

Coming Before Council | October 19

This coming Monday, October 19, two potential economic development projects are scheduled to come before York County Council for first reading. These projects represent different industries in different parts of the county, and we wanted to share a little about each one.

Project Pear | Fort Mill

Project Pear is a European discount retailer looking at Fort Mill for the potential establishment of its first U.S. headquarters and distribution center. The project represents a capital investment of approximately $25 million and could create more than 190 new jobs.

Project Utopia | Clover

A proposed corporate office and research-and-development project in Clover, Project Utopia would expand the company's existing presence in York County, where it already has an established manufacturing operation. This project could bring more than 60 new jobs to the county.

Monday marks the first of three readings before County Council.

Interested in learning more? We invite you to attend the County Council meeting to learn more about the proposed projects.

Monday, October 19 | 6 PM
Government Center Building
6 South Congress Street
York, SC 29745

10/06/2026

More growth is coming to York County!

Re:Build is expanding its advanced manufacturing operations in Rock Hill with an approximately $20 million investment that will create 150 new skilled manufacturing and engineering jobs.

The expansion includes a new 130,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility on Williams Industrial Boulevard, supporting Re:Build’s continued growth in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

Operations are expected to be online in November 2026.

We’re excited to see Re:Build continue to invest and grow right here in York County!

Read the full press release on our website to learn more:https://www.yorkcountyed.com/news-media/announcements/rebuild-expands-york-county-operations

10/01/2026

That’s a wrap on our Small Business Focus Groups!

We recently gathered with Lake Wylie business owners for the final stop in our series of conversations with small businesses across York County.

Throughout these focus groups, we’ve had the opportunity to hear directly from local business owners about their experiences, challenges and ideas for strengthening the small business community. The feedback shared in Lake Wylie, along with insights gathered throughout the county, will help inform how we continue to support small businesses and entrepreneurs moving forward.

And as a reminder, there are less than two weeks left to participate in our Small Business Survey. If you own or operate a small business in York County and would like to participate, fill out the form below and we’ll send the survey directly to you.

Sign up here to receive the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L8Y8TFB

Stay tuned. We’ll be sharing more about what we heard and the next steps coming out of these conversations soon.

09/15/2026

We’re listening. York County Economic Development has launched the York County Small Business Health Index, a new local measure designed to help us better understand how our small businesses are really doing.

Are you a York County business owner? If you haven’t received the survey yet, sign up for our communications list and we’ll send it directly to you.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L8Y8TFB

Your voice helps us build a stronger baseline to guide future programs, resources and support for small businesses across York County.

And thanks to our community partners helping us reach businesses across York County and bring more voices into the conversation.



Winthrop Region SBDC
York, SC Main Street
Clover Main Street
Discover Fort Mill
York County Regional Chamber
Greater Clover Chamber of Commerce
Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce
Rock Hill Economic Development
Gravity Center
The Loom Coworking Space

09/03/2026

Strong local economies start with listening to the businesses that help drive them.

Our Small Business Focus Group series continued in Fort Mill, bringing together local business owners to hear directly about their experiences, challenges and opportunities for growth.

Each conversation provides valuable insight into how we can strengthen our local business environment, better connect entrepreneurs with resources, and continue building a community where small businesses can start, grow and thrive.

Thank you to The Loom Coworking Space for providing a welcoming space for this conversation, and to the Fort Mill small business owners who shared their time and perspectives.

So far, we’ve heard from small business communities in Clover, Rock Hill, York and Fort Mill, and we’re not done yet. Next, we’re looking forward to continuing the conversation in Lake Wylie on September 24. Small business owners from anywhere in York County are welcome to participate. Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/york-county-small-business-focus-group-lake-wylie-sc-tickets-1999049066571

Your voice matters. By listening to small businesses across York County, we can turn local insight into action and continue building a stronger environment for businesses to start, grow and succeed.

08/10/2026

York County’s culinary community is more than a collection of great places to eat. It reflects the talent, entrepreneurship and small businesses that contribute to a strong and vibrant local economy.

Make It York County was proud to be part of the US Foods YoCo Taste Trail Kitchen Takeover, where chefs from across York County showcased the creativity, skill and entrepreneurial spirit behind our growing food and hospitality sector.

Congratulations to Chef Rob of Kounter, the 2026 YoCo Taste Trail Kitchen Takeover Champion, and to Chef Justin Shaw of The Garrison at Tega Cay and Chef Benjamin Alwi of Fish Market Bar and Grill for an outstanding competition.

Events like the Kitchen Takeover provide an opportunity to celebrate the people behind our local businesses, highlight career talent within the hospitality industry and bring greater visibility to the entrepreneurs who help make York County a destination to live, work and visit.

The celebration continues with Visit York County, SC's YoCo Taste Trail Week, August 19–26, featuring more than 20 locally loved restaurants throughout York County. Supporting these establishments means supporting local business owners, their employees and the broader economic vitality of our community.

Explore York County’s culinary scene during YoCo Taste Trail Week and experience the local talent and businesses helping shape our community.

Learn more here: https://www.visityorkcounty.com/restaurants/yoco-taste-trail-week/

York County Regional Chamber

📸: Visit York County, SC