Life Sciences Firm Invests $ 750,000 in Charleston County

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – A company that manufactures products used in the manufacture of vaccines and drug therapies will create new jobs in Charleston County with a $ 750,000 investment.

Belimed Life Science, Inc., a leading supplier of steam sterilizers and parts washers, has announced the investment to establish operations in Charleston County. The investment will bring 22 new jobs, according to a statement.

As the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries continue to innovate for the benefit of all, the need for our products and services will continue to increase, which will require future growth for Belimed Life Science, ”said Belimed Life Science President , Inc., Ken Blankenship. “What better place to start than here in Charleston.”

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

“Today’s announcement by Belimed Life Science, Inc. is yet another victory for our state’s burgeoning life science industry and once again proves South Carolina is a great place to be. to gain a foothold for life science companies, ”Governor Henry McMaster said. “We celebrate the rescue work of Belimed Life Science, Inc., and look forward to their success in South Carolina. “

Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III said the state’s commitment to supporting research, training skilled workers and improving supplier infrastructure makes it “an ideal location” for companies like Belimed grow and prosper.

“The growing list of life science companies in South Carolina proves that the state has the business environment in place to meet the specific needs of this industry,” said Lightsey.

Anyone interested in joining the Belimed Life Science, Inc. team should visit the company’s career website.

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