Fredericksburg Manufacturer To Expand Operations, Create 98 New Jobs

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — With the help of the Virginia Jobs Investment Program, a Fredericksburg-based manufacturer will soon be relocating and expanding its corporate headquarters in Stafford County.

Aspetto, Inc., which manufactures tactical gear and provides cybersecurity and IT services for defense agencies, will sign a lease for 5,300-square-foot office space and adjacent 3,000-square-foot manufacturing warehouse at 150 Riverside Parkway in Fredericksburg.

This move will not only allow the company to consolidate and expand its operations, it will also create 98 new jobs, according to a release from Governor Glenn Youngkin’s office.

“Aspetto's decision to expand its headquarters operation in Stafford County reinforces Virginia's position as a leader in both defense manufacturing and cybersecurity,” Youngkin said. “This homegrown Virginia company has successfully evolved to meet the changing needs of defense agencies, and their continued investment in the Commonwealth demonstrates the strength of Virginia's technology and manufacturing talent pool.”

Founded 16 years ago in the Fredericksburg region, Aspetto’s current headquarters is located at 1691 Emancipation Highway.

“Aspetto’s expansion into Stafford County marks an exciting new chapter for our company,” said Aspetto President and CEO Abbas Haider.” We are grateful for the unwavering support from Governor Youngkin’s office and our partners in Virginia, whose commitment to business growth helped make this possible. This move strengthens our foundation, fuels our mission, and positions us to drive even greater innovation in the defense industry.”

Working with Stafford County and the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership was able to secure funding and services through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program. This state investment will help support Aspetto’s employee recruitment and training activities.

“Aspetto’s decision to expand its headquarters in Stafford County highlights our community’s growing reputation as a center for innovation and advanced industries,” said Stafford County Board of Supervisors Chairman Deuntay Diggs. “With our strategic location near the nation’s capital, access to a highly skilled workforce, and robust support for business growth, Stafford continues to attract and retain cutting-edge companies that drive economic development and strengthen our community. We proudly welcome Aspetto to Stafford and thank them for choosing to do business here and investing in our county. Their contributions to the defense technology and cybersecurity sectors will enhance our region’s reputation as a hub for excellence and transformative advancements.”

"We are happy to keep a very successful home grown business in the region and we are excited to see their future success,” said Fredericksburg Regional Alliance President Curry Roberts.