Military uniforms factory expands operations in Morovis

Morovis Mayor Carmen Maldonado González

By The Star Staff

Morovis Mayor Carmen Maldonado González announced on Wednesday the expansion of operations at Bethel Yutt, a company specializing in the manufacture of military uniforms, with the opening of a second plant in the Morovis Norte neighborhood.

The new facility will create 100 new jobs, and a third phase of expansion is in progress, which will add another 100 positions, bringing the total to 300 jobs.

“We enthusiastically congratulate the management and staff of the Bethel Yutt factory on this significant expansion, which reaffirms the economic development potential of our municipality,” the mayor said. “This company produces approximately 850 military jackets and coats per week, solidifying its role as a key manufacturing source on the island.”

During her visit to Bethel Yutt’s facilities, Maldonado González emphasized the essential role of the municipality’s Labor Connection Office, which has been crucial in supporting the personnel recruitment process.

“This growth represents new opportunities for our families and young people, and it demonstrates that when the private sector and government collaborate, the results can be extraordinary,” she said.

The mayor also announced that her administration is in discussions with two companies interested in occupying unused facilities owned by the Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company, commonly known as PRIDCO, as part of efforts to continue promoting investment and job creation in Morovis.

“We are making steady progress toward a more prosperous, productive, and competitive Morovis,” Maldonado González said. “This expansion not only represents new jobs but also brings hope and development for our community.”