XPZ Reopening Hits Another Setback as Company Delays Physical Opening Until Further Notice
ours after signalling a return to business, XPZ International Trading announced that its physical reopening has been postponed, with customers encouraged to continue shopping online.
By Cory Wayland
Just hours after raising hopes of another comeback, XPZ International Trading has announced that its physical reopening has been delayed until further notice, marking another setback in the company’s efforts to recover from a devastating fire in September.
The announcement came in a Facebook update on Thursday, November 12, approximately seven hours after an earlier post indicated that the business was returning to operations.
The initial announcement had offered an encouraging sign for customers following weeks of uncertainty surrounding the establishment’s future. However, the company’s subsequent statement made clear that customers would have to wait longer before being welcomed back to its physical location.
“Due to certain circumstances, our physical opening has been delayed until further notice,” XPZ announced.
Despite the postponement, the company reassured customers that it remains in business through its Facebook page, where online shopping continues.
Customers have been encouraged to browse the available items, select their preferred product codes and send a message to the company to place their orders.
In its statement, XPZ also expressed appreciation for the continued support it has received throughout its recovery.
“We at XPZ would like to sincerely thank all our valuable customers for your wonderful support — we truly appreciate you!” the company stated.
The latest development comes nearly seven weeks after a fire struck the business on September 25, 2026, disrupting operations, leaving employees without work and customers awaiting its return.
The postponement underscores the challenges XPZ continues to face as it works towards restoring normal operations.
While the company has not disclosed the specific circumstances behind the delay or announced a revised reopening date, it has assured customers that its online services remain available.
“Thank you for your patience and understanding. We’re still here for you — and we can’t wait to welcome you in person very soon!” the company said.
For now, customers hoping to return to XPZ’s physical location will have to wait for another announcement, as the business continues its efforts to recover from the September fire.
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