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Abu Dhabi Royals invest in Beyoung for global expansion
Mumbai: Beyoung, an Indian D2C fashion brand, has announced receiving a strategic investment from The Royal Office of Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Saeed Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan.
The Royal family has made significant investments in the global start-up ecosystem with sectors spanning across Real-estate, retail, genomics and deeptech.
This strategic investment marks a pivotal moment in Beyoung’s trajectory, signalling not just an injection of financial support, but a testament to the startup’s global potential and enhancing its omnichannel presence worldwide with ambitious plans to launch over 300 stores globally in the next three years.
“We recognise the immense potential within Beyoung, especially in its strategic focus on reaching tier II and tier III cities globally. The Strategic Investment in Beyoung aligns with our long-term vision of supporting the Indian apparel industry and fostering the creation of international brands. We believe in Beyoung’s potential to not only excel in the domestic market but also emerge as a global fashion leader,” stated Zulfiquar Ghadiyali, executive director of private office Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Saeed Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan.
In response, Young founder & CEO of Beyoung, Shivam Soni, expressed gratitude for the strategic Investment and stated “Coming from a small town, we understand the importance of reaching out to diverse regions. Partnering with the Abu Dhabi royal family opens doors not only to the GCC & MENA regions but also paves the way for a global expansion strategy. This Investment is a substantial backing that will enable us to grow multifolds exponentially, reaching new heights on a domestic as well as international scale.”
Beyoung co-founders Shivani Soni & Sakshi Soni asserted in a statement, “We look forward to a future of innovation, expansion in offline stores, and continued success with the invaluable belief of the Abu Dhabi royal family.”
Being active in the East African region Hussain Gheewala and Yatish Shrimali stated, “We are thrilled by this partnership as he has seen the great potential of the African market and its capabilities and are very keen to develop business there. This partnership will lead Beyoung to new heights globally, positioning it as a formidable contender in the global fashion industry.”
With this Strategic Investment, Beyoung aims to strengthen its market position, drive innovation in the fashion industry and continue to deliver high-quality affordable clothing to its Beyoungsters. It serves as a testament to the Royal Office’s unwavering confidence in Beyoung’s visionary approach, poised to redefine the global apparel landscape.
Brands
Ekart expands IKEA partnership with EV deliveries in Chennai
3PL to handle 600 plus products with 48 hour delivery via EV fleet.
MUMBAI: Flatpacks are going electric and your sofa might now arrive with a smaller carbon footprint. Ekart has expanded its partnership with IKEA to power last-mile deliveries in Chennai, doubling down on speed, scale and sustainability in one of India’s key urban markets. Under the collaboration, Ekart will manage end-to-end large-format deliveries for IKEA across the city using a 100 per cent dedicated electric vehicle fleet. The move makes Chennai the second major market after NCR-Delhi where Ekart handles IKEA’s last-mile logistics, signalling a broader rollout of EV-led supply chains.
The mandate is no small load. Ekart will oversee deliveries for over 600 products from IKEA’s catalogue, ranging from furniture to home décor—categories that demand specialised handling and precision logistics.
Backed by its technology-driven fulfilment network, Ekart is targeting deliveries within a 48-hour window, offering real-time tracking and end-to-end visibility from warehouse to doorstep. The focus is clear: faster turnarounds without compromising on control or customer experience.
The EV-first model also aligns with both companies’ sustainability goals, as urban logistics increasingly shifts towards zero-emission solutions. For IKEA, which continues to expand its omnichannel presence in India, reliable and eco-conscious last-mile delivery is becoming central to scale.
For Ekart, the partnership reinforces its positioning as an enterprise-grade logistics player in large-format commerce. The company already supports over 1,800 retail, D2C and enterprise brands, spanning last-mile delivery, part-truckload services and warehousing.
As India’s logistics ecosystem evolves, this collaboration highlights a growing trend: delivery is no longer just about distance, it’s about efficiency, experience and increasingly, emissions.
