By Warren L. Wise wwise@postandcourier.com

Breeze Airways soon will connect the Holy City with not only the Golden Gate City but also Sin City through nonstop transcontinental flights.

The Utah-based carrier announced March 8 it will offer coast-to-coast service three times a week from Charleston International to San Francisco on May 26 and an equal number of times each week to the gambling and entertainment mecca of Las Vegas on Aug. 5.

The airline also will add twice-weekly flights to Syracuse, N.Y., on June 10 and Fort Myers, Fla., on June 11. It also will expand flights to Tampa, Fla., from four and five times a week to daily service on May 4.

Flights to all of the new destinations from Charleston will be on the carrier’s larger Alabama-made, Airbus A220-300 aircraft, which will be introduced in May.

Breeze founder CEO David Neeleman called the larger aircraft “a game changer” since it gives the airline the ability to add long-distance flights and transcontinental service compared to its current fleet of shorter-range Embraer jets.

He also noted the aircraft will burn 25 percent less fuel than previous generations of similar passenger planes.

“Fuel efficiency is more important than ever,” Neeleman said.

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Fares on the new routes start at $39 to $99 one way and are on sale now at flybreeze.com.

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About Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways, which commenced operations in May 2021, is the nation’s best funded startup airline in history. Breeze provides service between 16 cities across 13 states, growing to 18 cities and 14 states by February 19, 2022. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, the low fare carrier merges kindness and technology to deliver its signature Seriously Nice™ nonstop service between secondary airports, bypassing hubs and saving Guests time and money. The airline recently announced an order of 80 A220-300 aircraft, the first of which will enter service in May, 2022. With Breeze, there are never any change or cancellation fees.

About Charleston International Airport
Charleston International Airport (CHS) provides first-class facilities and amenities that embrace the history, culture and beauty of Charleston and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The airport is centrally located in the Charleston, S.C., metropolitan area and provides an exceptional first impression of the Lowcountry for more than 4 million passengers traveling for business and leisure activities. Chartered in 1970 by the State of South Carolina as a special purpose district, the governing body, the Charleston County Aviation Authority, is responsible for managing, operating and developing all public airports in the Charleston County Airport District. That includes CHS as well as general aviation facilities the Charleston Executive Airport (JZI) on Johns Island and the Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (LRO). The runways at CHS are owned by the U.S. Air Force and Joint Base Charleston and are shared by CHS through what is the longest running civilian/military joint-use agreement of its kind with the Department of Defense. Boeing South Carolina, the final assembly for the 787 Dreamliner, sits on approximately 730 acres of land adjacent to CHS. (iflychs.com)

About Explore Charleston As the region’s destination management and marketing organization, Explore Charleston represents ten municipalities across three counties. It seeks to unify and lead the local travel industry in marketing the Charleston area, create overnight visitation, and support responsible development through travel and tourism strategies. (explorecharleston.com)

Media Contacts:

Charleston International Airport, Spencer Pryor, spryor@iflychs.com

Explore Charleston, Chris Campbell, ccampbell@explorecharleston.com

Breeze Airways, Gareth Edmondson-Jones, Gareth.edmondsonjones@flybreeze.com

Bintelli LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of mopeds, scooters and electric vehicles, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s $455,000 investment will create 72 new jobs.

An Inc. 5000 company and headquartered in Charleston, Bintelli LLC produces environmentally friendly and cost-effective golf carts, scooters, electric shuttles and other vehicles for a variety of uses that are distributed to dealerships and retail outlets across the U.S. The company offers more than 40 customizable electric vehicles, including electric golf carts, electric shuttles, street-legal golf carts, low-speed vehicles and Americans with Disabilities Act-compatible shuttles, along with a full line of parts and accessories.

Located at 2137 Savannah Highway in Charleston, Bintelli LLC is adding additional square footage to its manufacturing facility to keep up with the increased demand for electric vehicles. Bintelli LLC also has operations in North Charleston and Orangeburg.

The expansion is expected to be complete by spring 2022.

“Since relocating Bintelli from Florida in 2015, the company has experienced tremendous growth. This most recent expansion has tripled our electric vehicle manufacturing output over last year. Even with tripling our staff size, we still can’t keep up with the demand for our Bintelli Beyond and Bintelli Nemesis lines of electric vehicles! 2022 is set to be another record-breaking year for us at Bintelli, and I’m so excited we get to share all of the success with our entire Bintelli family.” -Bintelli LLC President Justin Jackrel

“South Carolina’s business friendly-environment and talented workforce allow for companies like Bintelli LLC to find success. Congratulations to Bintelli LLC, and we look forward to our continued partnership for years to come.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“Bintelli LLC’s latest expansion signals yet another vote of confidence by this great company in Charleston County and our state. With a focus on electric mobility and sustainability, Bintelli LLC is one of our state’s leading innovators, and we are proud of the success they have found here.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III 

“Bintelli, LLC is an exemplary tale of the success that can be found in Charleston County. The company’s commitment to growing their West Ashley headquarters is commendable.”-Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“This is Bintelli’s third expansion since moving operations to Charleston County in 2015. This is a testament to the business-friendly climate we’ve worked so hard to preserve. Moreover, we are thrilled the company has invested so deeply in their employees.” – Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Bintelli LLC is expanding operations in Charleston County.
• $455,000 will create 72 new jobs.
• Bintelli is a manufacturer and distributor of mopeds, scooters and electric vehicles.
• Located at 2137 Savannah Highway in Charleston, S.C.

• Expansion expected to be complete by spring 2022.

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Charleston, South Carolina – February 17, 2022 – The Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) is pleased to announce that Cloud On Tap, a Salesforce implementation partner, has expanded their office at the Charleston Tech Center. The company, previously operating at the Flagship @ the Charleston Tech Center, has experienced rapid growth over the past 12 months and is now positioned to take on additional staff to fulfill their mission.

“The transition to our new office at the Charleston Tech Center has been seamless, thanks to the unprecedented level of service from the Charleston Digital Corridor. With assistance from office furnishings to data services, Ernest and his team allowed us to focus on key business functions like recruiting and servicing our customers,” said Cloud on Tap CEO, Sikes Dorsey.

“The Lowcountry is fortunate to have a robust and growing tech community, which has excelled through our partnership with the Charleston Digital Corridor,” said Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director, Steve Dykes. “Charleston’s commitment to investing in business infrastructure to support the tech industry makes us more competitive in economic development and strengthens our marketability as we attract technology
companies. Cloud on Tap’s expansion is a testament to the level of service available in our community,” he added.

“Cloud on Tap represents the 200th alumni of the CDC’s Flagship tech-focused incubator. The concept behind the Charleston Tech Center was to allow companies to expand within the building footprint with minimal business disruption,” said CDC Director, Ernest Andrade. “Cloud on Tap represents the third company to expand within the first thirty days of 2022, a positive indication for what the year could look like,” he added. Learn more about Cloud On Tap HERE.

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About Charleston Digital Corridor
The Charleston Digital Corridor is a community-sourced initiative to attract, nurture and promote the region’s tech economy through an array of impactful programs, products and events while leveraging Charleston’s renowned livability. The CDC has served over 500 companies in the region for the past 20 years.

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MSC USA, the United States cargo shipping arm of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a global leader in transportation and logistics, today announced plans to expand its Charleston County operations. The company will invest more than $13.7 million and create 135 new jobs, expanding its local footprint to a total of more than 500 employees.

Located at 700 Watermark Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, MSC is adding 25,000 square feet adjacent to the existing building and relocating corporate functions from its northeastern headquarters to complement the expansion locally.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Switzerland, MSC has 524 offices across 155 countries with over 100,000 employees worldwide. MSC USA opened in 1985 and has been serving the U.S. market for over 35 years. With access to an integrated network of road, rail and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe, MSC’s shipping line sails on more than 230 trade routes, calling at over 500 ports.

The expansion is expected to be complete in 2023. Individuals interested in joining the MSC USA team should visit the company’s careers page.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded Charleston County a $1.2 million Set-Aside grant to assist with the costs of site preparation and building construction.

“Our Mount Pleasant branch, like many other MSC USA branches in the United States, is set to grow exponentially. The decision to expand in the region is a testament to Charleston County’s exceptional talent and resources. We would like to thank Charleston County Economic Development, alongside the state of South Carolina, its Governor, and the mayor of Mount Pleasant for their community and business-friendly policies, which have made it possible for MSC USA to grow and flourish locally. We’re excited about the opportunity of drawing more talent to Mount Pleasant by continuing to invest in our workforce there.” – MSC USA President and CEO Fabio Santucci

“When a world-class company like MSC expands its footprint in South Carolina, it further proves to the world that South Carolina offers companies unparalleled global connectivity. We congratulate MSC USA’s continued growth in Charleston County, and we look forward to many more years of their continued success.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“South Carolina has earned a reputation as a place that excels at making a variety of complex products. And, a critical factor in boasting a diversified, successful economy is the ability to efficiently and effectively transport products. MSC USA’s latest expansion is yet another testament that our state has the business climate and logistics capabilities companies are seeking.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“MSC USA has been operating in Charleston for almost three decades, and their economic impact on our community is profound. The addition of new capabilities at their headquarters in Charleston County signals another vote of confidence by MSC in the Port, our skilled workforce, and the sound fundamentals of the Charleston region’s business climate.” –Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“South Carolina Ports congratulates MSC on their growth from humble beginnings to this year becoming the largest container line in the world. We are proud to play a small, but growing, part in that great success story. MSC is a longtime partner of ours in facilitating international trade. As a top 10 U.S. container port, South Carolina Ports looks forward to continued success and growth with MSC.” -SC Ports President and CEO Jim Newsome

“We are thrilled to welcome the expansion of MSC USA’s headquarters campus here in Mount Pleasant. As a world leader in shipping and logistics, MSC has, for many years, significantly contributed to our local, regional, and statewide economy. This significant expansion and investment in their Mount Pleasant campus demonstrates their commitment to our community and reflects the Town’s position as a favorable place to conduct business. We wish MSC all the best with their new addition and look forward to their continued success both here and around the world.” – Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie

FIVE FAST FACTS

• MSC USA is expanding operations in Charleston County.
• More than $13.7 million investment to create 135 new jobs.
• MSC is a global leader in transportation and logistics.
• Located at 700 Watermark Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the MSC team should visit the company’s careers page.

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Allegiance Flag Supply, a producer of high-quality American flags, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s $1.2 million investment will create 25 new jobs.

Founded in 2018, Allegiance Flag Supply utilizes American-sourced materials and seamstresses to produce high-quality flags that can withstand outside elements.

Located at 4213 Scott Street in North Charleston, Allegiance Flag Supply’s expansion will consolidate its operations to include a self-sustainable sew shop and distribution center which packages and ships products across the country.

The expansion is underway, and individuals interested in joining the Allegiance Flag Supply team should email info@showallegiance.com.

“Every stitch, every hem and every thread in our American flags are proudly made right here in Charleston, S.C.” -Allegiance Flag Supply Co-Founder Katie Lyon

“Team South Carolina is proud to see homegrown companies expand. Congratulations to Allegiance Flag Supply on this announcement, and we look forward to their success for many years to come.”  -Gov. Henry McMaster

“Allegiance Flag Supply’s growth is a testament to our state’s skilled labor force and business-friendly environment. We take pride in the fact that these high-quality flags are made right here in S.C.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“Allegiance Flag Supply’s expansion is to be commended. Allegiance Flag Supply has confidence in our community to consolidate their operations and create local manufacturing jobs for our citizens. We stand by their efforts and look forward to a continued relationship.” -Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“We are proud to be the home of Allegiance Flag Supply, maker of American flags with a quality our nations flag deserves.  Allegiance Flag Supply’s growth is a testament to their exemplary product leading to a broad and growing positive community impact.” – North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey

“From humble beginnings in a garage to a full-scale operation now in North Charleston, Allegiance Flag Supply is supporting the return of textile jobs to the United States. Congratulations on this notable expansion!” – Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Allegiance Flag Supply is expanding operations in Charleston County.
• $1.2 million investment will create 25 new jobs.
• Allegiance Flag Supply is a producer of high-quality American flags.
• Located at 4213 Scott Street in North Charleston, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Allegiance Flag Supply team should email info@showallegiance.com.

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By Warren L. Wise

Two of the nearly dozen airlines serving Charleston will launch new nonstop routes next year to large metropolitan areas in the Midwest and Northeast.

Dallas-based Southwest will offer seasonal flights on Saturday only starting June 11 to Kansas City and St. Louis, while JetBlue Airways will begin service up to three times a day starting June 9 to LaGuardia Airport in its home base of New York City.

“This is exciting news for Charleston,” airport spokesman Spencer Pryor said. “Anytime we can increase the frequency of flights to New York, it’s a win-win for business and leisure travelers. It’s also an opportunity for us to provide air service to some of the most popular cities in the Midwest.

The two-hour flight to St. Louis leaves Charleston at 7:55 p.m. while the two-and-a-half-hour leg to Kansas City departs from the Lowcountry at 3:05 p.m. The new routes go until Labor Day weekend, according to Southwest’s flight schedule.

JetBlue’s schedule currently shows two daily flights to LaGuardia on June 9, but a third one could be added, according to the airline. One flight leaves Charleston at 1:30 p.m. while another departs the Lowcountry at 5:01 p.m. Departure times can vary, and both flights are under two hours. JetBlue’s booking schedule goes through Nov. 12.

JetBlue already offers flights twice a day between the Lowcountry and John F. Kennedy International Airport and once a day between Charleston and Newark Liberty International Airport in the Big Apple’s metro area.

Southwest had previously planned to offer a Saturday-only route to Kansas City, starting in June 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic sidelined the service.

The carrier will be the second airline to offer flights to the St. Louis area.

Las Vegas-based Allegiant will bring back seasonal flights twice a week, starting April 14, to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport near Belleville, about 18 miles east of downtown St. Louis. Southwest will fly into St. Louis Lambert International Airport in the city.

The airlines’ new flights come on the heels of several other carriers’ announcements recently of additional routes.

Breeze Airways is adding new East Coast service twice a week to Long Island, N.Y., and on Saturday only to Palm Beach, Fla., in February.

Delta Air Lines will add a daily route to Minneapolis in April along with Charleston’s newest carrier, Sun Country Airlines, and its twice-weekly flights to the Twin Cities area starting that same month.

Southwest also will offer daily flights to Austin, Texas, in March.

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Ability Tri-Modal, a third-generation distribution and transportation provider, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The more than $24 million investment will create 27 new jobs.

Founded in 1982, Ability Tri-Modal provides warehousing and distribution services to consumers for bi-coastal service. The company also specializes in trans-loading, consolidation and deconsolidation, retail delivery and a variety of other value-added services.

Located at 3298 Benchmark Drive in North Charleston, the company’s expansion will increase storage and distribution services to support growing demand.

The expansion is expected to be completed by fall 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Ability Tri-Modal team should visit the company’s careers webpage.

“We are very excited to see this building expansion project get started and be able to see it completed. We want to thank our local team members for their hard work and efforts to help put our organization in the position for expansion in the Charleston area. We also would like to thank the local vendors who support us, the Charleston County Economic Development Department and the good folks at the Port of Charleston which we utilize to serve our client base. We appreciate these new relationships and hope to continue to build on them into the future.” -Ability Tri-Modal Executive Vice President Mike Kelso

“South Carolina’s warehousing and distribution sectors are booming, and today’s expansion by Ability Tri-Modal is further proof of how companies find success in our state. We congratulate Ability Tri-Modal on their growth as they expand to serve even more clients.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“South Carolina is growing as a leader in global connectivity, and today’s announcement by Ability Tri-Modal will only bolster our credentials. I’m proud to see the strong partnership between our state and this terrific company continue to thrive.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“The announcement by Ability Tri-Modal is another reason why we work each day to make Charleston County business-friendly. We continue to attract private investment, strengthen the regional economy, and create new opportunities for business and residents. Congratulations to Ability Tri-Modal on their expansion.” –Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“We are experiencing great success in Charleston County and congratulate Ability Tri-Modal on this expansion announcement. Our world-class Port of Charleston, along with our excellent intermodal logistics, provided them the opportunity to grow in our community.” – Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Ability Tri-Modal is expanding operations in Charleston County.
• The more than $24 million investment will create 27 new jobs.
• Ability Tri-Modal is a third-generation distribution and transportation provider.
• Located at 3298 Benchmark Drive in North Charleston, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Ability Tri-Modal team should visit the company’s careers webpage.

About Charleston County Economic Development

For more than two decades, Charleston County Economic Development Department has been dedicated to establishing and maintaining business relationships with new and existing industry in order to preserve the Charleston area’s exceptional business climate and quality of life. To learn more about Charleston County Economic Development visit dev-cced-migrate.pantheonsite.io/

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Belimed Life Science, Inc., a leading supplier of steam sterilizers and parts washers, today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The more than $750,000 investment will create 22 new jobs.

Founded in 2019 in Switzerland, Belimed Life Science, Inc. provides Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) sterilizers and washers for the pharmaceutical and biotech markets. Specializing in machine process solutions for cleaning and sterilization, the company supplies customers on a global scale.

Located at 2154 N. Center Street in North Charleston, Belimed Life Science, Inc.’s new facility will provide product sales and support to the company’s North American customer base.

Hiring is underway, and individuals interested in joining the Belimed Life Science, Inc. team should visit the company’s careers website.

“As a manufacturer of products used in the manufacturing process of life-saving vaccines and drug therapies, Belimed Life Science is excited to open our first U.S. site in Charleston, South Carolina. As the pharmaceutical and biotech industries continue to innovate for the benefit of all of us, the need for our products and services will continue to increase requiring future growth of Belimed Life Science. What better place to begin than here in Charleston.” -Belimed Life Science, Inc. President Ken Blankenship

“Today’s announcement by Belimed Life Science, Inc. is another win for our state’s booming life sciences industry and is further testament that South Carolina is an ideal place for life science companies to locate. We celebrate the life-saving work of Belimed Life Science, Inc., and we look forward to their success in South Carolina. -Gov. Henry McMaster

“South Carolina’s growing roster of life sciences companies proves that the state has the business environment in place to meet this industry’s specific needs. And, with South Carolina’s commitment to supporting research, training skilled workers and advancing supplier infrastructure, we’re an ideal location for companies like Belimed Life Science, Inc. to grow and thrive.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“When an international company like Belimed Life Science, Inc. invests in Charleston County, it is a testament to our people and community. We have the proven workforce and business-friendly climate that is attractive to life-science companies.” – Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“Charleston County continues their amazing run of wonderful economic development announcements. We proudly welcome Belimed’s life-science division to the business-friendly city of North Charleston. Local capital investments and increased opportunities for quality new jobs only strengthens our community.” – North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey

“Congratulations to Belimed Life Science, Inc. on the establishment of their new U.S. operations in Charleston County. We are proud to help support their decision to grow their global footprint in our community.”– Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Belimed Life Science, Inc. is establishing operations in Charleston County.
• The more than $750,000 investment will create 22 new jobs.
• Belimed Life Science, Inc. is a leading supplier of steam sterilizers and parts washers.
• Located at 2154 N. Center Street in North Charleston, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Belimed Life Science, Inc. team should visit the company’s careers website.

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Beyond Distilling Company, a craft spirit and distilling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The more than $767,000 investment will create 63 new jobs.

Founded in 2019, Beyond Distilling Company produces world-class spirits emphasizing both local and exotically sourced ingredients of the highest quality, reimagining classic recipes with a unique twist.

Located at 2157 Rich Street in North Charleston, Beyond Distilling Company’s new facility will increase its capacity to meet growing demand. The company will also have an on-site restaurant and event space.

The new facility is expected to be completed in early 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Beyond Distilling Company team should email info@beyonddistillingcompany.com, and adults of all abilities are encouraged to apply.

“Beyond Distilling Company is excited to be a part of the incredible community that exists here in Charleston. We can’t wait to share our unique craft spirits and company culture with everyone.” -Beyond Distilling Company Owners Kerianne Krause, Tyler LaCorata and Ryan Sadis

“Beyond Distilling Company’s new operations in Charleston County are yet another win for the Palmetto State. The 63 new jobs and the company’s presence are welcome additions to the South Carolina business community, and we celebrate today’s announcement.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“South Carolina has consistently shown that it has a business climate attractive to diverse industries, and this is especially evident in our growing distilling sector. We congratulate Beyond Distilling Company in Charleston County, and we look forward to their success for many years to come.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“This is an exciting announcement for the Lowcountry’s emerging distilling sector. Using the best-sourced ingredients, Beyond Distilling is committed to a unique experience for residents and tourists alike. We congratulate Beyond Distilling, and welcome to Charleston County.” -Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

“North Charleston is synonymous with handcrafted.  Beyond Distilling Company complements our local economic strengths and highly skilled workforce, and we welcome this world class company to the North Charleston community. We affirm our commitment to Beyond Distilling and look forward to future growth and success.” -North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey

“We commend Beyond Distilling Company for choosing Charleston County to grow their business. Their commitment to inclusive employment practices is to be celebrated, and we stand ready to assist with the addition of 63 new jobs for our citizens.” -Charleston County Economic Development Executive Director Steve Dykes

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Beyond Distilling Company is establishing operations in Charleston County.
• The more than $767,000 investment will create 63 new jobs.
• Beyond Distilling Company is a craft spirit and distilling company.
• Located at 2157 Rich Street in North Charleston, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Beyond Distilling Company team should email info@beyonddistillingcompany.com.

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