Keel, a defense manufacturer, today announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $67 million investment will reportedly create 170 new jobs at Keel’s Yonges Island shipyard.
Headquartered in Ladson, Keel is an advanced manufacturer of submarine modules and components, aircraft carrier components, and other complex structures for the U.S. Navy and broader defense industry.
Located at 4194 Highway 165 in Meggett, Keel’s expansion includes a new state-of-the-art prep and paint facility to support the manufacture of components and modules for submarines and aircraft carriers for the U.S. Navy.
Work has started on the first phase of the project, including the prep and paint facility. Individuals interested in joining the Keel team should visit the company’s careers page.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project.