German battery charging and power supply manufacturer IEB Americas will invest $1.5 million and create 30 jobs at a new North Charleston facility, according to the Office of the Governor.
Based on a release from Office of the Governor.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — IEB Americas, Inc. has selected Charleston County for its first major production operation in North America, according to the Office of the Governor.
The company’s $1.5 million investment will create 30 new jobs, the governor’s office said.
IEB Americas is a subsidiary of Industrie Elektronik Brilon GmbH, a manufacturer of industrial battery charging systems and charging technologies founded in 1980 and headquartered in Brilon, Germany, according to the governor’s office.
The new facility, located at 4100 Carolina Commerce Parkway in North Charleston, will serve as the company’s American production, warehousing, service and training center, according to the governor’s office. The company will assemble and test products for North and South American markets, manage inventory, and provide support for customers and business partners.
Operations are already online, the governor’s office said.
“We are proud to open a new chapter in the IEB success story with our new facility in South Carolina: IEB systems made in America,” said IEB CEO Stefan Fiedler. “We are bringing our leading energy systems and charging technologies directly to the U.S. market — delivering innovation, closer customer proximity and tailored solutions at a new level: local, flexible and with a clear focus on the future.”
“South Carolina is pleased to welcome IEB Americas our state as the company invests in Charleston County,” said Gov. Henry McMaster. “This investment and the creation of 30 new jobs will benefit the local community and create new opportunities for South Carolinians for years to come.”
“IEB Americas’ $1.5 million investment in Charleston County reflects the ongoing confidence that South Carolina instills in manufacturers across the world,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “We thank the company for selecting the Palmetto State for its first North American operation.”
“IEB Americas’ decision to select Charleston County for its first ever production center in North America underscores how our area continues to be a strong, competitive location for businesses to expand and grow operations,” said Charleston County Council Chairman Joe Boykin. “We are honored to welcome IEB Americas and look forward to the additional power-production capabilities this investment brings to our community.”
“IEB’s decision to locate its next manufacturing facility in Charleston County highlights the region’s growing role in supporting the e-mobility and warehouse industries,” said Charleston Regional Development Alliance Board Chairman Will Russell. “With access to a skilled workforce and a world-class logistics network, Charleston continues to attract innovative international manufacturers seeking long-term growth in the U.S. market.”
Individuals interested in joining the IEB Americas team can visit the company’s LinkedIn page, according to the governor’s office.
