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CurTec USA expands Oconee County operations

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Added to The State & Nation: October 23, 2026

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7 October 2026

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CurTec USA expands Oconee County operations

$10 million investment will create 10 new jobs

COLUMBIA, S.C. — CurTec USA (CurTec), a high-performance packaging manufacturer, today announced it is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The company’s $10 million investment will create 10 new jobs.

Founded in 1991, CurTec produces plastic drums, pails and jars to safely handle and contain critical materials in the life sciences and fine chemicals industries. With production operations in the U.S. and Netherlands and a commercial presence in Asia, Europe and North America, the company has an international footprint including its Oconee County facility.

CurTec, located at 365 Oconee Business Parkway in Westminster, will expand its existing warehouse and production lines to increase its capacity to manufacture and store drums and pails for pharmaceutical markets.

Operations are expected to be online in the summer of 2027. Individuals interested in joining the CurTec team should visit the company’s careers page.

“When we opened our Westminster facility in 2023, our goal was to bring production closer to our North American customers and build a platform for long-term growth. This expansion is the next step. By increasing local production, capacity and inventory, we can strengthen supply reliability, broaden the range we manufacture in the United States and continue growing our team and operations in South Carolina.”

-CurTec CEO Bart van Berkel

“CurTec’s decision to expand in Oconee County further strengthens its commitment to South Carolina. We are proud to see the company continue investing in our state, creating 10 new jobs and strengthening our manufacturing workforce.”

-Gov. Henry McMaster

“Congratulations to CurTec on its expansion in the Upstate. With South Carolina’s continued growth in the life sciences industry, we are excited to see this investment come to fruition.”

-Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“We are excited to witness CurTec’s continued growth in Oconee County. They have learned what we know – our workers and our business climate make Oconee a great place to operate a business and raise a family. CurTec’s expansion is another win for our area and sends a strong signal to other companies looking for a great place to locate.”

-Senate President Thomas C. Alexander

“It is another ‘Top Shelf for Business’ day in Oconee County with CurTec’s decision to invest and create additional jobs at their Westminster manufacturing facility. Just three years after opening the facility, the project reflects CurTecs confidence in our excellent workforce and strong business climate. CurTec is an outstanding company and we greatly value our partnership with them. Oconee County is pleased to support this expansion and looks forward to seeing the company continue to grow in our community.”

-Oconee Economic Alliance President and CEO Jamie Gilbert

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CurTec USA (CurTec) is expanding its operations in Oconee County.

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