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Bodycare to shut another 30 stores
Published
September 16, 2025
The closures at the failed Bodycare chain aren’t over. Only shortly after it closed 32 of its 147 stores, the business is now closing a further 30 with the loss of 235 jobs. That means 685 jobs have gone so far since the collapse a few weeks ago.
A spokesperson for the administrators said that there had been “interest from a number of parties” regarding the remaining 85 stores that it’s hoped will continue to trade under new owners.
Of the new list of UK-wide stores set for closure, 14 will happen as soon as 16 September with the rest to shut on Thursday.
“Unfortunately, given the shortage of stock and costs associated with operating stores, it is no longer viable to continue to trade all 115 stores retained on appointment,” the spokesperson said.
In late August, it had emerged that the business was on the verge of collapse and was seeking a buyer to try to avoid administration. But as is so often the case in such situations, a business like that is much more attractive post-administration given that the filing will have allowed it to shed jobs and exit store lease such more easily than as a going concern.
The chain’s problems were recently cited by Warpaint London as one of the issues that led to its own profit warning.
Until its administration, Bodycare was run by former Beales chief Tony Brown and was owned by Baaj Capital. The company had enjoyed a long and successful history but the pandemic was a major blow from which it hadn’t properly recovered even as UK retail opened back up.
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Fashion brand OVS opens flagship store in Delhi’s pacific mall
Ahead of the official store opening, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in front of a cheerful crowd of customers eagerly waiting to step inside. The first 100 shoppers received exclusive gifts, including a gift hamper on purchases of INR 6,000 or more.
Italian fashion brand OVS has debuted in India with a 9,000 square feet flagship store at Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden, Delhi.
The launch featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, exclusive gifts for early shoppers, and a pop-up tram-themed installation previewing OVS’ Italian style.
The brand aims to blend Italian design, affordability, and sustainability for fashion-conscious Indian consumers.
Spread across 9,000 sq. ft., the new OVS store drew a strong turnout of Delhi shoppers and fashion enthusiasts, who explored the brand’s diverse collections for the first time. From everyday essentials to statement pieces, the store reflects OVS’ mission of making Italian design, modern style, and trend-forward fashion accessible to all.
Ahead of the store launch, OVS unveiled an exclusive pop-up installation inside the mall from 20th September to 21st October designed to offer shoppers a first-hand preview of the brand’s Italian style and design sensibilities. Styled like a vibrant European tram, the experiential space showcased curated apparel from OVS’ latest collections, allowing visitors to interact with the brand and get a sense of its quality and aesthetic.
Reflecting on the global significance of this launch, Carmine Di Virgilio, Global Chief Retail Officer, OVS, said, “India is one of the world’s most exciting fashion markets, and we’re thrilled to bring OVS here. With our blend of Italian design, affordability, and sustainability, we aim to offer style that’s accessible and meaningful. ‘Love People, Not Labels’ is at the heart of what we do, celebrating individuality and connecting authentically with our customers. This launch is an important milestone in our international growth journey and underlines our commitment to serving fashion-forward customers across diverse markets.”
Mr. Sundeep Chugh, Managing Director, OVS India added, “The overwhelming response to our debut in Delhi is a testament to the city’s appetite for international fashion experiences. Our flagship store offers a modern, seamless shopping experience that reflects our Italian roots while catering to the tastes of Indian consumers. OVS will quickly become a trusted name for those who seek quality, style, and value, all under one roof.”
Inside the new store, shoppers can discover an extensive range of offerings, from everyday essentials to premium collections such as OVS mainline, PIOMBO, B.Angel, Les Copains, Utopja, Altavia and BST. Each collection is thoughtfully designed and developed by the OVS design team, combining modern aesthetics with high-quality fabrics to meet the evolving preferences of style-conscious Indian consumers.
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India’s Maharashtra state signs MoU with Abu Dhabi Ports
The MoU envisions investments up to $2 billion across sectors like shipbuilding, ship-breaking, water transport, port infrastructure and sports management, State Minister of Ports Development Nitesh Narayan Rane posted on X.
India’s Maharashtra state recently signed an MoU with Abu Dhabi Ports and the Investment Resource & Presidential Office of Abu Dhabi.
The MoU envisions investments up to $2 billion across sectors like shipbuilding, ship-breaking, water transport, port infrastructure and sports management.
The initiative aligns with Maharashtra’s long-term plan for blue economy-led growth.
The initiative aligns with Maharashtra’s long-term plan for blue economy-led growth.
“It is a proud moment for us as we are developing the maritime ecosystem in the state. The total investment envisaged is ₹56,000 crore, but apart from that there are strategic MoUs in areas of technology and human resources. With these MoUs, we will move towards achieving our aim of making Maharashtra a maritime superpower,” Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said.
In total, 15 MoUs have been signed in this sector, with the largest allocation of ₹420 billion for the expansion of Dighi Port. JSW Infrastructure Ltd plans to invest ₹3,7.09 billion in expanding its Jaigad and Dharamtar ports.
Further commitments came from Chowgule Group, Synergy Shipbuilders, and Goa Shipyard to set up shipbuilding facilities in the state.
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China announces package of measures to facilitate cross-border trade
The measures broaden netting settlement varieties for loans and related services fees, lowering the frequency and cost of cross-border remittances, SAFE said.
These also target the rapid growth of new trade models like cross-border e-commerce, and simplify procedures for advance-payment businesses, allowing the direct handling of monetary payments for goods transportation and storage, as well as maintenance fees at banks, according to a state-controlled news agency.
China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) recently introduced a package of measures to further facilitate cross-border trade receipts and payments and enhance foreign exchange services.
The measures broaden netting settlement varieties for loans and related services fees; target the rapid growth of new trade models; and simplify procedures for advance-payment businesses.
These also permit contracting engineering enterprises to manage overseas funds centrally for projects across multiple countries or regions, improving fund allocation flexibility.
A pilot programme was launched by SAFE for the high-standard opening-up of cross-border trade in 2022, which has been expanded to 11 regions in the country.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
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