BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–A company specializing in the distribution of synthetic rubber, carbon black and process oils is opening a facility in Berkeley County.
Intertex World Resources, Inc. is investing $3.2 million to establish Intertex Transloading Services, Inc. in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. The investment is expected to create 10 local jobs.
“We have reviewed dozens of facilities in the Charleston region and Savannah, Georgia area, before determining that the Moncks Corner facility offers us the best location to serve our growing customer base in the tire and rubber industry,” stated Gary Horning, Intertex World Resources, Inc. Director of Carbon Black Services. “The facility is over 100,000 square feet, and offers us the capability to expand. This is an exciting opportunity for Intertex and we look forward to growing with the resurgent tire industry in South Carolina and the United States.”
Founded in 1990 and based in Akron, Ohio, Intertex World Resources, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified distributors of elastomers, master batches, natural and synthetic rubber, process oils and carbon black, a material used as reinforcing filler in tires and other molded rubber and plastic products.
“South Carolina is the nation’s tire capital, and it’s great to see that trend continue with Intertex Transloading Services choosing to establish their next plant in Moncks Corner,” stated Governor Nikki Haley. Their investment of $3.2 million and creation of 10 new jobs is good news for this local community and we look forward to seeing them grow and succeed in our state
This new Berkeley County facility, a more than 100,000-square-foot building located at 164 Spring Grove Road, will specialize in the transloading of carbon black.
Officials say this is a major step for Intertex Transloading Services, Inc. as the company seeks to become a larger supplier to the growing tire and rubber industry in South Carolina and the Southeastern United States.
“S.C. Ports Authority welcomes Intertex Transloading Services to the Lowcountry, and we look forward to handling their import needs. The growth of businesses that support South Carolina’s tire industry generates new volumes for the SCPA and has a significant economic impact on our state and region.,” stated S.C. Ports Authority President and CEO Jim Newsome.
Hiring for the new positions is currently underway. Those interested in applying may contact Gary Horning at [email protected] for more information.
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