Develop Greer, SC

02/24/2026

Just minutes from downtown Greer, the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport offers a convenient option for business and leisure travelers.

Breeze Airways announced it's adding two new routes from GSP to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The expansion announcement brings GSP's total of nonstop destinations to 30.

The new Breeze Airways flights will begin this summer.

📸 credit: GSP

02/20/2026

08/08/2025

Wastewater infrastructure in the City of Greer is set for a major upgrade.

The South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) recently awarded Greer CPW a $10 million grant to support improvements at the Maple Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. The total cost of the project is $13.2 million. CPW will use capital improvement funds to pay for what the grant doesn’t cover.

The upgrades will allow the plant to treat up to 7.5 million gallons per day with greater efficiency and lower energy costs. Greer CPW customers will not experience service disruptions during the project, which should be complete by the end of 2026.

Read more here: https://www.greercpw.com/greer-cpw-awarded-10-million-grant-will-strengthen-infrastructure-and-wastewater-treatment-plant-services/

📸: Greer CPW

04/22/2025

The Inland Port in Greer continues to break records and push boundaries.

South Carolina Ports Authority released statistics stating the Inland Port conducted 19,291 rail moves in the past month alone. This stat is up 20% from March of last year and breaks the previous all-time record for volume moved.

This record-breaking season at the port comes right off the heels of a recent expansion. The port recently concluded its $55 million expansion project to increase cargo capacity by 50%. An additional 9,000 feet of rail has also been added with the port now expected to meet customer demands through 2040.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/gsainlandportreport

11/27/2024

Ample parking is a critical component of a vibrant downtown, and the City of Greer wants to make sure it has the right infrastructure to encourage folks to visit Greer Station.

The city hired Walker Consultants, experts in parking and mobility, to take a look at the parking in and around downtown. They've set up an online survey for people to share their thoughts. The deadline to complete the survey is December 1.

You can share your thoughts here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q38YBCZ

11/22/2024

Want to get a feel for the quality of life in a city? Visit its downtown area.

In historic Greer Station, local folks own the boutiques, restaurants, and coffee shops. When you in , you support our neighbors and friends.

November 30th is . We couldn't think of a better time to come check out the businesses in historic Greer Station. Trade Street is the main drag through downtown, but don't forget to pop into the businesses on Cannon St., Depot St., Main St., Poinsett St., Randall St., School St., and Victoria St. as well!

Pictured here:
and Bird ✨ VIP ✨ on School St.
Haven. by Naomi Pratt Design on W. Poinsett St.
Benchmark Bicycle Supply Co. on Randall St.
Yeah That Boutique on Cannon St.

11/13/2024

30 years
*$13.3 billion invested
*6.6 million vehicles assembled
*Nearly 43K jobs created

Hundreds of people gathered at the Zentrum museum Tuesday night to celebrate BMW USA’s 30th anniversary in South Carolina.

President and CEO, Robert Engelhorn, said BMW chose Spartanburg County because of its location and the resilience, talent, and spirit of the people here.

The first BMW to roll off the line, a 318i signed by plant associates in 1994, took center stage at the celebration. 150 of those employees still work at the plant 30 years later. Engelhorn said Plant Spartanburg is not just a factory. It’s a family.

10/08/2024

BUSINESS RECOVERY RESOURCE info below from The Platform at Greer.

BUSINESS RECOVERY RESOURCE:

The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened a Business Recovery Center in the Upstate to help those affected by Hurricane Helene.

Customer service reps will be at the temporary center to answer questions, help with SBA disaster loan applications, and provide status updates. The field operations center will be open Monday through Saturday at 411 University Ridge in Greenville. They'll accept walk-ins, but you can also make an appointment in advance.

Due to South Carolina's Major Disaster Declaration, businesses in Greenville and Spartanburg counties (among others) are eligible to apply for FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency grants and low-interest loans from SBA.

For more information and to schedule an appointment, go to sba.gov/disaster.

10/02/2024

The human impact of Hurricane Helene is staggering. On top of that, many businesses are struggling to get back up and running.

We're compiling a list of businesses resources on the website for The Platform at Greer. So far, the list includes information on FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster grants, SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) recovery loans, storm cleanup help, and ways for business owners to apply for assistance for lost wages. We're continually updating this site:
https://www.theplatformatgreer.com/o/platform/article/1795513

If you have discovered other helpful programs for businesses, please share them here. We'll vet the submissions and add the applicable ones to our list.

Stay safe.

09/05/2024

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY:

Struggling with how to utilize digital marketing to promote your business? The Develop Greer, SC team is here to help! We're teaming up with Taylor Brand Consulting to host a Digital Marketing workshop later this month.

When: September 16 from 5:30-7pm
Where: Greer City Hall, 301 E. Poinsett St.
Cost: Free for Greer businesses, $50 for everyone else

Watch the video to learn more about Taylor Brand Consulting and what you could learn at the workshop!

07/31/2024

Upstate economic development partners: You're invited to The Platform at Greer Huddle, a free event for entrepreneurs, innovators, and their supporters.

It's a great opportunity to take part in an interactive conversation with Mayor Rick Danner and his wife Rita, a life-long Greer resident, about the city's past, present, and feature.

Join us Thursday, August 1 from 5:30-7pm at Greer City Hall (2nd floor). The event is free, but registration is appreciated. Scan the QR code or click here: https://lnkd.in/e9ityQtN

Hope to see you there!

Mayor Rick Danner and his wife Rita have built a life of service here in Greer.

The Danners are our featured guests at the August Huddle.

Join us this Thursday at Greer City Hall for drinks, snacks, and an interactive conversation about Greer’s past, present, and future.

The event is free, but please register using the QR code.

07/29/2024

A company specializing in highly regulated supply chains is joining the roster of businesses at a multi-tenant industrial park in .

Palmetto Holdings HK focuses on logistics, sourcing, and contracting – mainly in the medical and food service industries. Atlas at Inland Port Greer’s Class A amenities, innovative space options, and proximity to the port, GSP airport, and major interstates can provide strategic advantages for its tenants.

Warren Zinn, principal at Atlas Capital Group, said Palmetto Holdings’ “…strategic move to Atlas at Inland Port Greer demonstrates the exceptional infrastructure and location we offer, allowing businesses like Palmetto Holdings HK to be future ready."

Atlas at Inland Port Greer is a joint venture of Atlas Capital Group and Warhaft Group. Find out more about the remaining space at atlasIPG.com.