Boeing has announced plans to expand its operations in Charleston County, with a $1 billion investment in infrastructure upgrades at its existing site. This expansion will create 500 new jobs over the next five years. Boeing South Carolina (BSC) has been home to the full 787 Dreamliner production cycle since 2009, employing over 7,800 people across its North and Airport Campuses in North Charleston and its West Campus in Orangeburg.
The expansion will support increased production targets and accommodate future rate increases driven by market demand, with operations expected to be online by early 2027. For over a decade, Boeing South Carolina (BSC) has been the center for the complete 787 Dreamliner production cycle, responsible for fabricating, assembling, and delivering the 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 models to customers worldwide.
Since establishing operations in South Carolina in 2009, Boeing has employed over 7,800 people across its North Charleston Airport and North Campuses, as well as its West Campus in Orangeburg. The company acquired the Orangeburg facility, located at 174 Millennium Drive, earlier this year, and this site will not be impacted by the planned expansion.
Boeing is set to expand both of its North Charleston campuses, located at 5400 International Blvd. and 9775 Patriot Blvd., to accommodate an increase in 787 Dreamliner production and future rate hikes driven by market demand. The 787 Dreamliner program aims to reach a production rate of 10 airplanes per month by 2026.
“Since the creation of Boeing South Carolina in 2009, we’ve reached many significant milestones, including consolidating 787 Dreamliner production here. I’m excited for this next phase of growth, which is made possible by our talented team and the confidence of our customers. This expansion reflects Boeing’s commitment to the workforce, the 787 program, and the community, and will help us build a legacy at BSC for both current and future generations in South Carolina.” – Scott Stocker, Vice President and General Manager of the 787 Program and BSC Site Leader.
“Boeing’s decision to expand in Charleston County highlights South Carolina’s strength in the aerospace industry. This significant investment and the new jobs it will bring to the Lowcountry reflect Boeing’s confidence in our skilled workforce and the pro-business environment here. We look forward to building on this partnership and the opportunities it will bring to our state.” – Gov. Henry McMaster.
Boeing, a global leader in aerospace, designs, manufactures, and supports commercial airplanes, defense systems, and space technologies for customers in over 150 countries. As a premier U.S. exporter, the company partners with a worldwide network of suppliers to drive economic growth, foster sustainability, and create positive community impacts. Guided by its core values of safety, quality, and integrity, Boeing’s diverse team is dedicated to shaping the future through innovation, prioritizing sustainability, and upholding a culture of excellence.
