Distribution and Logistics

Planes, Trains and Automobiles

With three nearby ports, an exceptional interstate system, a major rail yard, and a regional airport, Florence County is a prime location for industries to take advantage of quick access to the east coast and beyond.

  • Florence County is strategically located at the intersection of I-20, which begins in Florence and extends through Dallas, Texas, and I-95, the major North/South thoroughfare on the east coast.
  • Exactly halfway between Miami and New York, Florence County provides access to more than 30 percent of major US markets with easy access to direct interstate connections with I-26 and I-77.
  • With close proximity to the ports of Charleston, Wilmington, and Dillon, the world is your oyster when you do business in Florence County.
  • Whether you’re looking to fly high or stay grounded, you (and your cargo) are good to go with daily flights from Florence Regional Airport and CSX's largest rail yard in South Carolina at your fingertips.

Businesses that Call Florence County Home

Considering a move? Check out these businesses that are currently thriving by utilizing Florence County’s location for their warehouses and distribution centers.

ARCTIC, a leading manufacturer of silent PC coolers and components, established ARCTIC Inc. in 2018, a subsidiary company incorporated in the U.S. and based in Florence, South Carolina. At it's Quinby office and onsite warehouse, ARCTIC offer its full range of products including low-noise PC coolers, fans and thermal interfaces along with high-quality monitor arms and wall brackets.

Clarios is the global leader in energy storage solutions, focusing on sustainable batteries that power the future. As the producer of one-third of the industry’s annual output, Clarios continues to expand their capacity to meet demand, providing their services throughout the South Carolina region from their Florence Distribution Center.

Performance Foodservice selected Florence for the location of their 350,000 sq. ft. distribution center due to its prime location for Carolina-based logistics. They now deliver over 150,000 food and food-related products to customers nationwide.

Pepsi of Florence offers a variety of vending and fountain configurations with 24/7 customer service to ensure consumers can always access their favorite Pepsi drink. Since 1936, they have grown from operating with two route trucks to 24 routes across South Carolina.

Located in Florence County, QVC operates a major fulfillment and returns center as part of its global video commerce network. Reaching over 218 million homes via broadcast and millions more through streaming, mobile, and social platforms, QVC is a world leader in video retail.

Serving southeastern communities since 1922, Florence County-based wholesale and retail grocery company W. Lee Flowers & Co. is one of our region’s largest grocery distributors operating a 400,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Scranton alongside 62 Kj’s Market and IGA grocery stores across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.

Family owned and operated since 1966, Yahnis is a full-service beverage distributor operating in Florence County whose continued success is a direct result of the hard work of their 200 employees. With an evolving portfolio of beers, soft drinks, and juices, Yahnis upholds high quality standards for their brands to ensure customer satisfaction.

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