Some 472 of the 477 employees of Charter Link Clark, Inc. have received their separation packages after the garment manufacturer closed operations at the Clark Freeport Zone due to reduced orders and the loss of a key customer.
In a report released on 7 January 2026, the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) said 98.95 percent of Charter Link employees have already been paid their separation benefits ahead of the jobs fair organized by CDC and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on 9 January.
CDC President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera said Charter Link Human Resources Manager Maribel Yambao reported that the packages included separation pay, pro-rated 13th month pay, cash-converted leave credits, and one month’s salary.
The latest update added 73 more employees to the 399 beneficiaries earlier reported on 29 December, bringing the total to 98.95 percent of the workforce. Yambao also expressed appreciation for CDC’s assistance during the process.
“On behalf of Charter Link Management, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your unwavering support and assistance, especially in this challenging period we are in now,” she said.
She added that the company “remains committed to ensuring that the process is carried out fairly, transparently, and with respect for all concerned.”
To help displaced workers secure new employment, CDC and DOLE have invited Freeport locators to participate in a jobs fair offering available positions. The event will be held at the Clark Events and Conference Hall, beside the Clark Museum parking lot.
The Clark Development Corporation said it continues to coordinate closely with the Department of Labor and Employment to help source employment opportunities for affected Charter Link Clark, Inc. workers following the company’s closure.