Marine
With steady activity coming from the marine industry, Dorchester County has become increasingly known as the “boat building capital of South Carolina.”
A History Anchored in the Marine Industry
Dorchester County’s marine cluster flourishes due to its convenient location near the Atlantic Coast, an impressive boat-building success story, and a notable transportation network. Home to companies like Scout Boats, Sportsman Boats, and Key West Boats, Dorchester County has what it takes for boat manufacturers to make a splash in the Charleston Region.
Marine Fast Facts
Largest
Concentration of boat manufacturers in SC are in Dorchester County
$6.5 Billion
Annual economic impact in SC
360,233
Registered boats in SC
Who’s Already Here
Industry Spotlight
Phenom Yachts
Phenom Yachts announced in 2022 plans to establish operations in Dorchester County where they will design and manufacture family-friendly, high-performing, premium center console yachts. Using cutting-edge building processes and materials, Phenom Yachts’ performance-stepped hulls offer superior performance for offshore fishing while maintaining a family-oriented layout.