On The Move
BauschLinnemann North America to establish operations in Horry County
Aug 10, 2012
More than $8 million investment expected to create 55 jobs
HORRY COUNTY, SC – August 10, 2012 – BauschLinnemann North America, a
producer of surfaces and edge bandings for furniture makers, announced
plans to establish a new facility and its North American headquarters in
Horry County. The more than $8 million investment is expected to
generate 55 jobs.
“We are pleased to establish our new production facility and North
American headquarters in Horry County. South Carolina has the right
business environment for us and has the skilled workforce we need. We
appreciate all the support we’ve received from state and local officials
in moving this project forward,” said Michael Phillips, CEO and
president of BauschLinnemann North America.
BauschLinnemann North
America recently acquired Coastal Paper, a Horry County company and
former supplier. BauschLinnemann also acquired the assets of CDM, a
Quebec, Canada company, early in 2012. With these acquisitions it was
determined that Horry County would be the ideal location for a
consolidated production facility and North American headquarters. The
facility will produce the company’s range of laminates and edge
treatments.
“It’s always exciting to see another international company discover the
benefits of doing business in South Carolina. We celebrate
BauschLinnemann’s decision to invest in Horry County and create 55 jobs.
We are working every day to attract investment from companies from
around the globe,” said Gov. Nikki Haley.
Since January 2011, South Carolina has recruited more than $6.8 billion
in capital investment and more than 16,000 jobs in the manufacturing
sector.
“South Carolina continues to attract companies from around the world
that are looking for a business-friendly climate and talented workforce
to make their products. BauschLinnemann’s investment here is another
sign of that and further boosts South Carolina’s manufacturing
renaissance,” said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt.
The facility, located on Harrelson Blvd., will give the company 75,000
square feet of new manufacturing and office space, and is expected to be
completed in the summer of 2013. The campus has room to expand to
200,000 square feet.
“The scope of industry is widening in Horry County. BauschLinnemann
announcing the relocation of its North American headquarters in Horry
County comes on the heels of other recent announcements by AvCraft
Technical Services and Frontier Communications. This is a clear
indication that the strategy Horry County Council and the MBREDC have
put in place is working. We are having a great year, and our mission to
create jobs is becoming a reality,” said MBREDC Chairman Doug Wendel.
“The North Eastern Strategic Alliance is excited to learn that
BauschLinnemann will locate its North American headquarters and
consolidate its manufacturing operations in Myrtle Beach. This decision
represents a fine example of what happens when we all work together in
economic development. BauschLinnemann’s decision makes a strong
statement regarding the workforce and pro-business environment within
our region, and we are confident that those two factors will help
BauschLinnemann to be successful. We welcome BauschLinnemann as our
newest corporate neighbor,” said state Sen. J. Yancey McGill.
BauschLinnemann will begin hiring for the new positions in the beginning of summer 2013.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved the company
for job development credits, which will be available when hiring targets
are met.
BauschLinnemann
BauschLinnemann North America is a system supplier of paper-based
furniture surfaces, and is a subsidiary of BauschLinnemann GmbH. With a
history of almost 30 years in North America, the move to South Carolina
sets the stage for future growth. For more information about the
company, please visit www.us.bauschlinnemann.com.
About S.C. Department of Commerce
As South Carolina’s leading economic development agency, the Department
of Commerce works to recruit new businesses and help existing businesses
grow. Commerce won the Gold Shovel Award and the Project of Year Award
from Area Development magazine in 2012. Commerce has been part of
recruiting world-class companies to South Carolina such as Boeing,
Bridgestone, Continental, Monster.com, Heinz, ZF Group, BMW and Google
Inc. Commerce also supports small and existing business, rural
development initiatives and offers grants for community development. For
more information, visit www.SCcommerce.com.
