MycoWorks marked a significant milestone with the opening and commencement of production at its first full-scale Fine Mycelium™ facility in Union, South Carolina.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by prominent figures including Governor Henry McMaster, was a celebration of the company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, designed to meet the increasing demand for its luxury leather-like material, Reishi™.
MycoWorks’ patented technology has garnered attention from prestigious brands such as Hermès and Ligne Roset, leading to a surge in investments in Union. This has positively impacted local businesses, housing, and employment opportunities.
The facility’s strategic location in the thriving manufacturing corridor of Upstate South Carolina has generated excitement among local officials, who see it as an opportunity to establish Union as a leader in the biomaterials industry. Moreover, the facility brings the promise of reshoring luxury textile manufacturing to the United States.
The Union facility represents a breakthrough in supply chain management for the leather industry. By providing predictability, transparency, and provenance of high-quality natural materials while remaining efficient and low-impact, MycoWorks is revolutionizing the industry. The 136,000 sq. ft. factory is the largest mycelium production operation globally, embodying the company’s commitment to technological advancements and old-world craftsmanship.
Governor Henry McMaster expressed his pride in joining MycoWorks in celebrating the opening of the Union facility and emphasized the positive impact it will have on the state. MycoWorks is deeply committed to outreach, employment, and education, actively recruiting top-tier talent from educational networks in South Carolina. By partnering with institutions such as USC Union, Spartanburg Community College, and Union County Schools, MycoWorks aims to empower students to innovate and pursue careers in engineering and manufacturing.
The company has already created over 150 jobs at the Union facility, with plans to employ nearly 400 people at full capacity. MycoWorks values the personal and financial growth of their employees and offers incentive stock options as part of their Employee Incentive Stock Option Plan.
This innovative benefit further highlights their commitment to the well-being of their South Carolina team.
The support and incentives provided by the South Carolina Department of Commerce and the Union County Development Board were pivotal in MycoWorks’ decision to choose Union for their facility.
Additionally, the facility sources 98 percent of its power from nearby renewable energy sources, reflecting MycoWorks’ commitment to sustainability. The ribbon-cutting ceremony served as a platform for MycoWorks to express gratitude to its supporters and community stakeholders.
As a gesture of appreciation, the company made a generous donation to the Junior League Charity, a women’s leadership organization that supports community impact initiatives.
In summary, MycoWorks’ new Fine Mycelium™ facility in Union, South Carolina represents a significant step towards reshaping the future of materials. With cutting-edge technology, a focus on sustainability, and a commitment to empowering the workforce, MycoWorks is poised to lead the biomaterials industry and redefine luxury textile manufacturing in the United States.
