Aerospace supplier AHG Fasteners-USA Inc. plans to locate its U.S. operations in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Regional Business Journal reports.

Ateliers de la Haute Garonne, known as AHG, is a family-owned business founded in 1915 near Toulouse, France. The company designs, manufactures and sells fastening systems for the aerospace industry.

“The availability of skilled workforce and proximity to Boeing were important factors in our decision to select this strategic location,” said executive VP Francoise Montsarrat.

The company will open its U.S. business operations, led by CEO Bruno Ferrand, at 460 King St. in Charleston. AHG has already begun hiring a sales representative.

A press release states AHG Fasteners-USA, Inc. will focus on sales, business development and growth, as well as customer support. Web: AHG.fr