A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR the Boeing Company, Boeing South Carolina for advancing to the top four of the 2026 Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina contest.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize the Boeing Company, Boeing South Carolina for advancing to the top four of the 2026 Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina contest; and

 

Whereas, Boeing South Carolina is a manufacturer located in North Charleston and has been in operation in South Carolina since 2009; and

 

Whereas, Boeing South Carolina is home to a highly skilled workforce of more than nine thousand employees who play a vital role in the assembly and production of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, one of the most advanced and efficient commercial aircraft in aviation history; and

 

Whereas, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has achieved remarkable manufacturing milestones, with a global fleet of more than one thousand jets connecting the world more efficiently and comfortably, more than two thousand total orders from eighty-nine customers worldwide, and over one billion passengers carried; and

 

Whereas, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a testament to advanced manufacturing and is the bestselling passenger widebody aircraft in aviation, offering a game-changing combination of fuel efficiency, range flexibility, and passenger comfort; and

 

Whereas, Boeing is a dedicated corporate citizen in South Carolina, investing more than one hundred twenty-five million dollars in charitable initiatives supporting education, arts and culture, health and human services, civic engagement, and environmental sustainability; and

 

Whereas, through its DreamLearners program, Boeing has reached more than one million South Carolina students, inspiring future generations through hands-on learning experiences and virtual STEM education opportunities; and

 

Whereas, with more than six thousand manufacturing facilities producing world-class products across the State, Boeing South Carolina advanced to the Top Four of the 2026 Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina contest, distinguishing itself among one hundred twenty-one nominated products; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate greatly appreciate the dedication and commitment that the Boeing Company, Boeing South Carolina has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Boeing Company, Boeing South Carolina for advancing to the top four of the 2026 Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina contest.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the president and CEO of Boeing South Carolina.

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