The Leeward Islands have extended their flawless start to the 2026 West Indies Women’s T20 Blaze, securing a comfortable seven-wicket victory over the Windward Islands via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method.
The Windward Islands won the toss and elected to bat first at the Arnos Vale Playing Field in Kingstown, Saint Vincent. However, they struggled to find any meaningful rhythm against a disciplined Leeward Islands attack and were restricted to just 69 for 9 in their allotted 20 overs. Abini St Jean was the top scorer for the Windwards with a modest 16, while Shawnisha Hector was the pick of the bowlers for the Leewards, returning exceptional figures of 3 wickets for just 5 runs from her four overs.
The Leeward Islands’ pursuit of the target was briefly halted by rain after five overs, with the side well-placed at 46 for 3. Upon the resumption of play, the target was revised to 58 from 14 overs.
The Leewards reached the revised mark with ease, finishing on 59 for 3 to maintain their position at the top of the standings with an undefeated 5-0 record. Jahzara Claxton led the chase with a composed unbeaten 23, supported by wicket-keeper Reniece Boyce, who remained not out on 14. Afy Fletcher provided the only real resistance with the ball for the Windward Islands, taking 2 wickets for 23 runs.
Bermudian all-rounder Katherine Bean Rosario was not in the Leeward Islands lineup for this fixture, having previously contributed during the side’s victory over Barbados.
With five wins from five matches, the Leeward Islands now look ahead to the tournament final as the heavy favorites to lift the 2026 crown. Their combination of clinical bowling and composed batting under pressure has set them apart as the team to beat in Saint Vincent.
Nayan Grant and his Gillingham Under-18 teammates saw their cup dreams dashed on Tuesday as they fell to a narrow 2-1 defeat against Luton Town in the Youth Alliance Cup semi-final.
In a high-stakes encounter at the Sheppey Grounds, the young Gills were hoping to secure a place in the final of the prestigious academy competition. However, despite a spirited performance, it was the Hatters who managed to find the decisive edge to advance.
Gillingham, spurred on by the presence of Bermudian international Nayan Grant at right-back, started the match with plenty of intent. Grant, who has been a consistent performer for the academy side this season, was instrumental in several early attacking moves, using his pace to stretch the Luton defence.
The contest was a cagey affair for much of the first half, with both sides cautious of making a mistake on such a significant stage. Luton broke the deadlock mid-way through the first period, capitalising on a moment of hesitation in the Gillingham box.
The Gills responded well after the interval, mounting a series of sustained attacks that eventually forced an equaliser. However, with the game seemingly destined for extra time, Luton struck a late second goal to reclaim the lead.
Despite a frantic final ten minutes, which saw Grant deliver several dangerous crosses into the area, the Luton backline held firm. The final whistle brought disappointment for the home side, whose impressive cup run comes to an end just one step away from the grand finale.
The Confederation of British Industry said its monthly balance of retail sales, which compares with volumes a year ago, rose to -17 from -44 in December, marking the highest reading since April 2025
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A sharp downturn across British retailers abated somewhat this month, although store chains remain gloomy overall about their prospects, an industry survey showed on Thursday.
The Confederation of British Industry said its monthly balance of retail sales, which compares with volumes a year ago, rose to -17 from -44 in December, marking the highest reading since April 2025.
Its gauge of expectations for the month ahead improved to -30 from -57.
“This improvement is expected to be short‑lived, with sales forecast to fall at a quicker pace next month,” said Martin Sartorius, lead economist at the CBI.
“Retailers continue to report that household spending is being weighed down by subdued confidence and cautious behaviour.”
Official data have also pointed to a weak trend in retail sales in recent months, which economists expect to continue in figures for December due on Friday.
While British businesses have grown slightly more optimistic in the aftermath of finance minister Rachel Reeves’ budget, consumer morale hit a nine-month low in January, according to data company S&P Global.
With the city and the country deeply divided over the January 7 fatal shooting of Renee Good, the vice president’s visit is meant to show support for the work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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Vice President JD Vance is expected to visit Minneapolis on Thursday to show support for a massive federal law enforcement operation underway in a city that has been on edge since an ICE officer shot dead a 37-year-old mother of three.
With the city and the country deeply divided over the January 7 fatal shooting of Renee Good, the vice president’s visit is meant to show support for the work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, part of a force of 3,000 federal law enforcement officers deployed to the area.
Minnesota has become the latest Democratic-leaning jurisdiction targeted by Republican President Donald Trump with a federal police show of force that the administration says is aimed at immigration violators and a fraud investigation involving social service programs in the Somali community.
Trump and his supporters have described the federal police rollouts as a necessary response to lax Democratic policies on crime and immigration. Local Democratic leaders and street protesters have accused ICE agents of aggressive tactics and racial profiling, and urged Trump to withdraw from what they say is a provocation dividing Americans.
ARMED OFFICERS, OBSERVERS WITH WHISTLES
Heavily armed federal officers in tactical gear have been combing the streets of Minneapolis rounding up suspects they say are dangerous criminal immigration violators, while sometimes ensnaring law-abiding U.S. citizens. Demonstrators have responded with their own observer patrols, blowing whistles to warn people of ICE raids while voicing their displeasure with Trump’s escalation.
The operations have divided some of the president’s own supporters.
Vance has taken a leading role in defending the Minnesota ICE shooting. Less than 24 hours after Good’s death, Vance stood up for the officer involved, blamed the woman who was killed, and said the incident should be a political test ahead of the 2026 midterm elections that will determine control of Congress.
The vice president will host a roundtable event with local leaders and community members where he will discuss “restoring law and order in Minnesota” and meet with officers in a show of support, the White House said on Wednesday. He will also argue that Minneapolis’ policy of banning city staff from enforcing federal immigration law has degraded public safety and endangered ICE officers, the White House said.
Vance is also expected to discuss how the Trump administration is taking on so-called sanctuary cities that do not cooperate with the administration’s immigration crackdown, threatening to cut them off from federal funding starting on February 1.
‘POLITICAL THEATER’
Richard Carlbom, chair of Minnesota’s Democratic Party, said he hopes Vance will promote calm but fears political agitation.
“I think he is simply coming here for political theater. This entire situation we’re being faced with is a retribution campaign by him and the president of the United States against Minnesotans,” Carlbom told Reuters, calling on Minnesotans to “continue to resist the vice president.”
Trump addressed the Minnesota issue during his speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday, saying, “ICE gets beat up by stupid people from leadership in Minnesota. We actually are helping Minnesota so much, but they don’t appreciate it.”
Patty O’Keefe, a 36-year-old Minnesotan and non-profit worker who was pepper sprayed and detained by federal agents in January after documenting ICE movements in the city, did not welcome Vance’s visit.
“He’s calling for law and order when it’s his federal agents who are creating chaos and escalating violence,” O’Keefe said. “His divisive rhetoric is not welcome here.”
The president and the White House have tied the ICE operation to issues of welfare fraud in the state. Since 2022, at least 56 people have pleaded guilty, according to the Justice Department.
“Minnesota reminds us that the West cannot mass import foreign cultures,” Trump said in Davos.
Reporting by Heather Schlitz in Minneapolis and Bo Erickson in Washington; Writing by Daniel Trotta; editing by Scott Malone and Deepa Babington
Public sector net borrowing stood at 11.578 billion pounds ($15.55 billion) in December, the Office for National Statistics said, down 7.1% on a year ago
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Britain’s government borrowed less than expected in December, according to data on Thursday that may give finance minister Rachel Reeves reasons for optimism in 2026, even if political risks at home and abroad dog the longer-term outlook.
Public sector net borrowing stood at 11.578 billion pounds ($15.55 billion) in December, the Office for National Statistics said, down 7.1% on a year ago.
Economists polled by Reuters had mostly expected 13.0 billion pounds of public sector net borrowing last month.
Reeves has faced a challenging year-and-a-half in charge of Britain’s economy. She was forced to increase taxes again in her November budget to build a larger buffer against her fiscal rules, as she sought to retain the confidence of investors.
“The December figures offer cautious reassurance. Borrowing remains elevated in absolute terms, but the trend is moving in the right direction,” said Joe Nellis, economic adviser at MHA, an accountancy and advisory firm.
Some predict Reeves’ tough budget stance could be rolled back however, as political pressure on the Labour government – trailing badly in opinion polls – rises through the year.
Government receipts in December stood 8.9% higher than a year ago, the ONS said.
Britain has borrowed 140.4 billion pounds over the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, compared with 140.8 billion pounds at the same point last year.
In November, the Office for Budget Responsibility projected borrowing for the entire year of 138.3 billion pounds, which takes into account an expected January surplus.
The forecaster said on Thursday that borrowing was currently running around 4 billion pounds lower than it forecast in November – but is far higher than it anticipated in March, underscoring the uncertainty around such predictions.
DOUBT HANGS OVER BORROWING OUTLOOK
While the latest forecast looks a good bet, Pantheon Macroeconomics economist Elliot Jordan-Doak said political questions surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour government hung over the outlook in the longer term.
“We continue to think (Reeves’) package of large, backloaded tax hikes and harsh real-terms spending cuts remains vulnerable to reversal as political pressures mount,” he said.
“A messy leadership contest this year – likely triggered by a poor performance for the government at the local elections in May – would also likely trigger a correction in gilts, boosting borrowing costs.”
Unstable geopolitics – with the relationship between the U.S. and its historic European allies deteriorating – could also hurt Britain’s economy, although Reeves said on Wednesday her plans for the economy would not be buffeted.
She doubled her headroom against the fiscal rules to 22 billion pounds in her last budget, but successive governments have failed to meet their own rules despite having even larger buffers.
For now, the picture differs from January 2025, when gilt yields soared during a global bond sell-off that forced Reeves to reassure investors of her commitment to fiscal discipline.
Gilt auctions held during January 2026 have shown some of the strongest demand for British debt on record.
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Writing by Andy Bruce; Editing by Kate Holton, Alexandra Hudson
The contracts climbed more than 0.4% on Wednesday following a rise of 1.5% a day earlier, after OPEC+ producer Kazakhstan halted output at its Tengiz and Korolev oilfields due to power distribution issues
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Oil prices slipped on Thursday, reversing the previous sessions’ gains, after U.S. President Donald Trump softened threats against Greenland and Iran, and as investors assessed the supply and demand outlook.
Brent crude was down 61 cents, or 0.9%, at $64.63 a barrel at 0954 GMT. West Texas Intermediate for March declined 54 cents, or 0.9%, to $60.08 a barrel.
The contracts climbed more than 0.4% on Wednesday following a rise of 1.5% a day earlier, after OPEC+ producer Kazakhstan halted output at its Tengiz and Korolev oilfields due to power distribution issues.
“There is a deflation of risk premium related to the Greenland debacle and Iran supply risk has also been reduced,” said Ole Hansen, chief commodity analyst at Saxo Bank.
On Wednesday, Trump ruled out the use of force to acquire Greenland and stepped back from tariff threats aimed at European allies.
Trump also said he hoped there would be no further U.S. military action in Iran, but added the United States would act if Tehran resumed its nuclear programme.
Against the backdrop of Greenland and the receding prospect of action in Iran, oil prices should hold at around $60 a barrel, said Tony Sycamore, an analyst with online broker IG.
Also Wednesday, Trump said he believed “we’re reasonably close” to a deal to end the war between Russia and Ukraine, adding he would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy later in the day.
An end to the war would likely result in the removal of U.S. sanctions on Russia, which would limit supply disruptions and weigh down prices.
The International Energy Agency revised its 2026 global oil demand growth forecasts higher on Wednesday in its latest monthly oil market report, suggesting a slightly narrower surplus this year.
U.S. crude and gasoline stocks rose, while distillate inventories fell last week, market sources said on Wednesday, citing figures from the American Petroleum Institute.
Crude stocks rose by 3.04 million barrels in the week ended on January 16, according to the API, said the sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
Gasoline inventories rose by 6.21 million barrels, while distillate inventories fell by 33,000 barrels, the sources said.
Eight analysts polled by Reuters forecast an average rise of about 1.1 million barrels in crude inventories for the week to January 16.
“High crude inventories are limiting further gains in oil prices in an oversupplied market,” said Yang An, an analyst at Haitong Futures.
Reporting by Anna Hirtenstein in London. Additional reporting by Sam Li in Beijing and Siyi Liu in Singapore; Editing by Clarence Fernandez, Thomas Derpinghaus and Joe Bavier
ManpowerGroup sees the global staffing market stabilising after a difficult 2025 and says improving economic conditions could set up the industry for growth in 2026
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ManpowerGroup sees the global staffing market stabilising after a difficult 2025 and says improving economic conditions could set up the industry for growth in 2026, even as employers and workers remain cautious amid geopolitical and trade uncertainty.
“With an improving economic outlook in Europe and a very strong economic outlook for the United States, there’s hope that the staffing industry as a whole can see some opportunities for growth in 2026,” CEO Jonas Prising told Reuters at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
He declined to give a specific outlook for Manpower, with the U.S. staffing company due to report its fourth quarter earnings on January 29.
Trump’s ambition to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from fellow NATO member Denmark has threatened to blow apart the alliance that underpinned Western security since the end of World War Two
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Thursday that Western allies will need to step up their presence in the Arctic under a framework deal with the U.S., a day after President Donald Trump walked back threats to use tariffs or seize Greenland by force.
Rutte told Reuters in an interview on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos that it was now up to NATO commanders to work through the details of extra security requirements and that he was sure non-Arctic NATO allies would want to contribute to the effort.
“We will come together in NATO with our senior commanders to work out what is necessary,” Rutte said.
“I have no doubt we can do this quite fast. Certainly I would hope for 2026, I hope even early in 2026,” he said.
Trump’s ambition to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from fellow NATO member Denmark has threatened to blow apart the alliance that underpinned Western security since the end of World War Two, and reignite a trade war with Europe.
After weeks of threats, Trump on Wednesday stepped back from the threat of imposing tariffs on countries opposing his plans and ruled out using force, suggesting instead that a framework deal over the Arctic island was in sight.
Reporting by Mark John, Steve Holland, Trevor Hunnicutt, Alessandro Parodi, Benoit Van Overstraeten, Stine Jacobsen, Markus Wacket, Sarah Marsh, Madeline Chambers; writing by Matthias Williams; Editing by Sharon Singleton
The chain, which sells everything from garden furniture to toys and food, has struggled with profitability amid accounting errors, stiff competition and higher costs
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Britain’s B&M issued its second profit warning in three months on Thursday as CEO Tjeerd Jegen forges ahead with a turnaround strategy to clear out old stock at steep discounts and boost sales at the expense of margins.
The chain, which sells everything from garden furniture to toys and food, has struggled with profitability amid accounting errors, stiff competition and higher costs.
Its UK like-for-like (LFL) sales fell 0.6% in the third quarter partly due to weak performance from Heron Foods, the convenience and frozen food chain it bought in 2017, but outperformed an RBC forecast for a 2% decline.
There were signs of improvement with December LFL sales rising 3%, a trend B&M said continued in early January.
It now expects group adjusted core profit of 440 million to 475 million pounds ($591 million to $638 million) for the year ending March, versus 470 million to 520 million pounds expected earlier.
B&M shares fell as much as 5%, before reversing losses to trade marginally higher by 0950 GMT. They have lost about half their value in the past year.
TURNAROUND RISKS TAKING LONGER THAN EXPECTED
Jegen, who joined in May, has moved quickly to sharpen pricing, simplify B&M’s product ranges and is mulling launching an online channel to capture social-media-driven shopping.
“We think the new CEO’s strategy is credible with the main risk being that it takes longer to come through than B&M expects,” RBC analyst Richard Chamberlain said in a note.
B&M is also reviewing Heron Foods, which has been hit by weak footfall, lease pressures and store closures.
Panmure Liberum’s Ben Hunt said the recovery depends on whether B&M can fund the price cuts by raising prices on its higher-margin general merchandise.
“There are at least some positives to take away from the improved LFL exit rate,” said Jefferies analyst Andrew Wade.
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Investor attention shifted to the state of the economy after geopolitics dominated earlier in the week, as the prospect of a U.S.-Europe trade war unsettled markets
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Sterling edged up against both the euro and the U.S. dollar after recent economic data painted a mixed picture, bringing the Bank of England rate outlook back into focus.
Investor attention shifted to the state of the economy after geopolitics dominated earlier in the week, as the prospect of a U.S.-Europe trade war unsettled markets.
Sterling traded at $1.3414, up 0.12%, after showing little reaction to Wednesday’s inflation report.
The U.S. dollar held on to overnight gains after President Donald Trump withdrew a threat to impose tariffs on several European NATO countries over Greenland.
Earlier this week data showed Britain’s jobs market weakened, potentially easing the BoE’s worries about persistent inflation pressures.
“Despite the uptick in the consumer price index, we still see Bank Rate on a downward direction,” said Sanjay Raja, chief UK economist at Deutsche Bank, adding the bank is sticking for now to its call for two additional rate cuts.
“However, we see risks as skewed to slower easing in the first half of 2026,” he added.
The pound held steady on Wednesday, after data showed UK inflation picked up more than expected in December.
“UK employment data for November and December were weak, confirming the recent labour market slowdown, and December consumer price data was mixed, but on the cool side,” said Felix Vezina Poirier, chief strategist at BCA Research.
“More Bank of England cuts will be required, with barely two 25 bps cuts priced by year-end,” he added, arguing that further weak data could bring an April cut into focus.
Morgan Stanley expects the BoE to deliver its next interest rate cut in March.
The euro was down 0.05% at 86.96 pence, after hitting 87.45 pence on Wednesday, its highest level this year.
The single currency rose 0.63% against the pound on Tuesday in its biggest daily rise since early August.
Britain’s government borrowed less than expected in December, helped by robust growth in tax receipts, according to data on Thursday.
reporting by Stefano Rebaudo; Editing by Jan Harvey
Narraway, Arnold and Millington among winners as the BBA recognises riders, organisers, officials and volunteers for performance, service and spirit
The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s 2025 Awards recognise achievement, dedication, and community spirit across all levels of cycling in Bermuda.
The Bermuda Bicycle Association (BBA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 BBA Awards, recognising excellence in performance, development, leadership, officiating, organisation, and volunteer service across the local cycling community. The awardees were honoured this past weekend an event at Robin Hood.
The 2025 season reflected strong participation at home and impactful representation abroad. This year’s award recipients highlight not only competitive success, but the people and values that keep cycling in Bermuda progressing.
“These awards recognise far more than podium finishes. They celebrate the people who give their time, show up consistently, and represent Bermuda cycling with integrity, whether that’s racing internationally, organising events, officiating safely, or supporting others on the road” states Peter Dunne, President, Bermuda Bicycle Association. “The BBA is proud of the standard set by our 2025 award recipients.”
Male Rider of the Year
Nicholas Narraway
Nicholas Narraway is honoured for an outstanding year defined by notable achievements, continued progression, and exemplary sportsmanship. Competing in his first year in the Elite category, Nic delivered standout performances at both national and regional levels, capturing the Bermuda National Elite Time Trial Championship and the Elite Caribbean Time Trial Championship. Importantly, his Caribbean Championship victory secured a qualification place for Bermuda cycling at the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games, delivering a direct and measurable benefit to the national programme. Throughout the season, Nic also recorded multiple victories in time trial and gravel events, along with numerous top-10 finishes while racing in Spain with Tenerife–BikePoint–La Sede Bicycles, contributing both individual results and key support to his teammates.
Female Rider of the Year
Gabriella Arnold
Gabriella Arnold is recognised for strong results, dedication, and positive representation of the BBA. In 2025, Gabby delivered high-level performances across road, mountain bike, time trial, and gravel disciplines.
Her standout international performances came at the Caribbean Cycling Championships in Belize, where she earned silver in the road race and bronze in the time trial. Notably, her aggressive racing helped shape the final selection in the road race, with both medal performances securing qualification places for Bermuda at the 2026 CAC Games. Throughout the season, Gabby also demonstrated her versatility by earning podium results in highly competitive gravel races in the United States. Gabrielle rides for
Junior Rider of the Year
Charlotte Millington
Charlotte Millington is awarded Junior Rider of the Year for outstanding junior performance, consistency, sportsmanship, and commitment throughout the 2025 season. Competing in her final year as a junior, she delivered strong results locally and internationally while also acting as a leader within the junior ranks.
At the Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships, Charlotte captured gold in the Junior Female Time Trial and silver in the Junior Female Road Race, bringing her career medal count at the Championships to six. She was selected by the BBA and the Bermuda Olympic Association to compete at the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay, following strong performances at the Pan American Road Championships in Uruguay. Locally, Charlotte secured three national titles in mountain bike, road race, and time trial.
Most Improved Adult Rider of the Year
Neil MacGuinness
Neil MacGuinness is recognised for demonstrating measurable progress and dedication to development throughout the 2025 season. Whether deliberate or not, keeping pace with his son in training has clearly paid dividends, with noticeable improvements in performance across the year.
Most Improved Junior Rider of the Year
Jonah MacGuinness
Jonah MacGuinness is recognised for demonstrating measurable progress and a strong commitment to development. Across both the mountain bike and road seasons, Jonah continued to show growth in bike-handling skills and competitive finishes.
Adult Spirit Award
Nyon Steede
Nyon Steede receives the Adult Spirit Award for his enthusiasm, teamwork, and positive presence within the cycling community. A simple but powerful example of this spirit can be seen on Sunday morning group rides, where Nyon often pauses at the St. George’s roundabout to help direct traffic, ensuring riders pass through safely before continuing his own ride. A small gesture that makes a big difference for safety and morale.
Junior Spirit Award
Keon Stevens
Keon Stevens is recognised for exhibiting enthusiasm, teamwork, and positivity in the sport of cycling. Having faced setbacks through injury and accidents, Keon has returned with good spirits, big smiles, and a clear desire to continue improving — a powerful example for young riders navigating challenges in the sport.
Club Person of the Year
Adam Hopkins
Adam Hopkins receives Club Person of the Year for exceptional service, leadership, and ongoing support of club activities. As the BBA’s Treasurer, much of Adam’s contribution happens behind the scenes, but his expertise ensures the Association remains in good standing, elite athletes receive funding, and international campaigns are properly supported.
Race Official of the Year
Charles Thresh
Charles Thresh is recognised for professionalism, reliability, and officiating excellence. His quiet and calm demeanour helps keep races running smoothly and efficiently, even when challenges arise, and his commitment to fairness and safety continues to underpin high-quality events.
Volunteer of the Year
Chequan Richardson
Chequan Richardson is recognised for making significant contributions to events, safety, and operations. As a coach and mechanic, he volunteers time both on-island and internationally, supporting BBA teams when representing Bermuda abroad. His reliability and willingness to step in wherever needed are critical to the smooth running of BBA activities.
Race Organiser of the Year
Bermuda Rouleurs Cycling Club
The Bermuda Rouleurs Cycling Club is recognised for making significant contributions to events, safety, and operations throughout the 2025 season. Their commitment to race delivery, organisation, and rider experience played a key role in the success of the local racing calendar. The 2025 season also saw the introduction of new race formats that challenged the membership and kept the season fresh and engaging.
The Bermuda Bicycle Association now turns its focus to the 2026 season, with riders progressing through pathways toward regional and international competition.
St. George’s, Bermuda, January 21, 2026 — Salt Spray Soap, the Bermudian-owned skincare brand known for its handmade soaps, body butters, oils, scrubs, and bath salts, is marking its 10th anniversary in business, celebrating a decade of local manufacturing, job creation and purpose-led growth.
Founded by Bermudian Genelle John, Salt Spray Soap officially opened its doors in October 2015 after launching at the America’s Cup Village. The brand was built on Ms John’s long-standing practice of formulating natural skincare for herself and her family, a skill she began developing in her early twenties while studying abroad.
A pivotal moment in the brand’s early development came when Ms John created a custom blend to soothe her stepson’s skin during his cancer treatment, reinforcing the practical, care-driven approach that continues to define the business today.
Over the past ten years, Salt Spray Soap has grown into a trusted local brand, operating seven days a week and maintaining a strong commitment to consistent product availability and in-house production. Job creation has remained central to the company’s ethos, with the business now entering a new phase of sustainable growth.
Ms John says: “Salt Spray Soap started as something very personal, making skincare for myself and my family, and later during a moment when care really mattered. Ten years on, I’m incredibly proud that it’s grown into a trusted Bermudian brand that still operates with the same intention it began with. I’m deeply grateful to the customers who have supported the business over the past decade and made this milestone possible.”
As part of its 10-year milestone, Salt Spray Soap is expanding its offerings to include interactive skincare workshops, allowing participants to create their own body oils and bath salts. The workshops are designed for private groups, celebrations and corporate experiences, with sessions tailored to the goals and preferences of each group.
Salt Spray Soap will continue to produce all products locally in Bermuda while focusing on team expansion, experiential offerings, and long-term brand sustainability.
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