Pure Blue Fish establishing operations in Orangeburg County

More than $28.1 million investment will create 82 new jobs

ORANGEBURG, S.C. October 20, 2020 – Pure Blue Fish, a fish farming company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The more than $28.1 million investment will create 82 new jobs.

Founded in 2016, Pure Blue Fish grows yellowtail fish using innovative recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), with zero water discharge technology, which reduce water costs and pollution, all in a clean environment.

Located at Matthews Industrial Park in Orangeburg, Pure Blue Fish’s South Carolina operations will serve as a production and packaging facility.

The company’s new facility is expected to be completed in 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Pure Blue Fish team should contact the company via email by December 2021 at udi@purebluefish.com

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“All of us at Pure Blue Fish appreciate the time, effort, and interest that the South Carolina Department of Commerce, SC Power Team, Tri-County Cooperative and the Orangeburg County Development Commission has offered to assist us at this location. We are looking forward to a long working relationship.” – Nimrod Litvak, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Pure Blue Fish US

“It’s always great news when international company, like Pure Blue Fish, chooses to do business in South Carolina. This decision speaks to the reputation we have built as a state that is dedicated to helping our businesses succeed, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome this company to Palmetto State.” – Henry McMaster, Governor, State of South Carolina

“When a new business comes to South Carolina, it speaks volumes not only about our business climate, but also about our workforce. I am excited to see what the future has in store for Pure Blue Fish and their new home in Orangeburg County.” – Bobby Hitt, Secretary of Commerce, State of South Carolina

“Environmentally sustainable aquaculture is an important frontier in farming. I’m pleased to welcome Pure Blue Fish to South Carolina, where agribusiness is the state’s No. 1 industry.” – Hugh Weathers, Commission-er, SC Department of Agriculture

“We are grateful that Pure Blue Fish has selected Orangeburg County for its new manufacturing operation of this state-of-the-art technology. We thank Mr. Litvak and the team at Pure Blue Fish for recognizing the locational advantages of South Carolina’s Global Logistics Triangle and our proximity to major markets via (I-26•US-301•I-95). This adds our 22nd international company in Orangeburg County and we are pleased of the global diversity in our community and state.” – Johnnie Wright Sr., Chairman, Orangeburg County Council

“We are very pleased with Pure Blue Fish’s decision to establish operations in Orangeburg County. Pure Blue Fish joins a growing list of international firms who are finding Orangeburg County’s strategic location and dedicated workforce key to their success. We look forward to welcoming Pure Blue Fish to the Central SC Region.” – W. Keller Kissam, Chairman, Central SC Alliance

“Even in the toughest of times, Orangeburg County continues to be a beacon for business opportunity! Pure Blue Fish has found a new home where they can truly thrive. No longer such “a well kept secret,” Orangeburg County has proven to be a great place to grow. Welcome home!” – Kenneth Middleton, Chairman, Orangeburg County Development Commission

“Tri-County Electrical Cooperative is proud to have Pure Blue Fish LTD as a new member of our cooperative family and the community. Pure Blue Fish is an innovative manufacturer that utilizes leading technology in aquaculture to produce a high quality product and we are excited that they have selected Orangeburg County to build their new facility.” – Chad T. Lowder, CEO, Tri-County Electrical Cooperative

“This announcement demonstrates the impact our County has made as we advance our economic development – spurring a welcome long-term relationship with Pure Blue Fish of South Carolina, LLC, who chose Orangeburg County to bring their business and its related jobs here. We look forward to working together and wish them every success.” – Harold Young, Administrator, County of Orangeburg

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Pure Blue Fish is establishing operations in Orangeburg County.
• More than $28.1 million investment will create 82 new jobs.
• Pure Blue Fish is a fish farming company.
• Located at Matthews Industrial Park in Orangeburg SC
• Individuals interested in joining the Pure Blue Fish team should contact the company by December 2021 via email at udi@purebluefish.com