2026 SC Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker

Confirmed buyers to date; BMW, BorgWarner, JTEKT, Mergon, Oshkosh Defense, Scout Motors, ZF Transmissions – Additional buyers may be added soon.

How It Works: Suppliers will engage in "speed dating" style meetings with buyers from manufacturing facilities. Each meeting lasts 10 minutes, allowing you to introduce your company and showcase your products or services. Buyers remain seated while suppliers rotate through their scheduled appointments.

Important Information:

• Appointment schedules will be emailed in advance of the event
• Eligibility: Open to suppliers with a physical presence in South Carolina
• Attendance limit: Maximum of 2 individuals per company. *Both attendees must register and participate in 1:1 meetings together (splitting up is not permitted)
• Cancellation policy: No refunds; however, substitutions are allowed

The following commodities will receive priority selection based on current buyer needs. However, registration is open to all suppliers.

Commodities:

Machinery/Tools:

• Metal fabrication
• Plastic fabrication
• Wire harnesses
• Maintenenance, repair, and operations (MRO)
• Tool suppliers and fastener suppliers

Service:

• Security
• Uniforms
• Battery Recycling
• Manufacturing consumables (toners/solvents, applicators, and office supplies)

Logistics:

• Road transportation suppliers (FTL and LTL)
• Finished vehicle suppliers
• Ocean shippers
• Parcel services

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Host or Publisher South Carolina Department of Commerce