Austria-based manufacturer relocating North American HQ in York County

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STIWA US Inc., a company of the STIWA Group, is expanding and relocating its new North American headquarters in York County, according to a news release from the S.C. governor’s office.

The company’s $30 million investment will create 48 new jobs over the next five years, according to the release.

Relocating its headquarters, to include manufacturing operations, from Fort Mill to Rock Hill at Porter and Long Meadow roads, STIWA US, Inc.’s expansion includes a new facility which will serve as the company’s new North American headquarters. From this location, the company will be able to readily engage with U.S.-based companies on their specific needs, including new mobility and electrical equipment markets.

“STIWA US, Inc. has been in the greater Charlotte area since 2016. We are excited that with our future new North American headquarters in Rock Hill we will be able to lift our abilities and services to a new level,” Andreas Prokesch, CEO of STIWA US Inc., said in the release. “The site and the city of Rock Hill also offer us enough opportunities to continue on our planned path to grow and to be able to supply our North American customers with excellent products in automation and parts manufacturing.”

Headquartered in Austria, STIWA US Inc. is an advanced automation company, specializing in high performance automation with a focus on individual customer and product requirements, the release stated. The company’s expertise in serving the automotive, fittings and medical markets contributed to its growth over the last 50 years.

The relocation is expected to be complete by September 2024. Individuals interested in joining the STIWA US, Inc. team can visit the company’s careers page by clicking here.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to this project, the release stated. The council also awarded a $250,000 Set-Aside grant to York County to assist

“The city of Rock Hill is excited to see additional investment in the city of Rock Hill’s Interstate 77 Commerce Corridor. Manufacturing jobs are the backbone of sustainable growth and opportunities in our community,” Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys said in the release. “This commitment by STIWA US, Inc. serves as a testament to others looking to locate in Rock Hill of our business-friendly environment and the city's continuous investments in infrastructure necessary for businesses to succeed in today's world.”