Supermarket chain Hao Mart is currently navigating its fifth High Court lawsuit, with hair and scalp care provider Bio Organicare Scalp initiating legal action centered on a landlord-tenant dispute. This latest filing adds to a complex web of litigation involving the retailer, department store operator OG, and real estate agency PropNex, as Hao Mart continues to report significant financial losses and a shrinking retail footprint.
Why Is Hao Mart Facing Multiple Lawsuits?
The legal challenges facing Hao Mart are primarily rooted in property leasing disputes and alleged contractual breaches. According to court records, the ongoing litigation involves several parties, including a lawsuit filed by OG against Hao Mart regarding the lease at Taste Orchard. Additionally, Hao Mart, along with its founder Tan Kim Yong and his wife, has filed a separate lawsuit against OG and one of its legal representatives.
Other active proceedings include a breach of contract claim brought by beauty salon operator Belovie against Hao Mart, and a lawsuit filed by Hao Mart against PropNex Realty and one of its agents concerning the leasing of the Taste Orchard premises. In the most recent filing, Bio Organicare Scalp has named OG as a third party, though court documents do not specify the nature of OG’s involvement in this specific dispute. The matter is scheduled for a case conference on July 16.
While the company’s official website listed 20 store locations as of July 8, internal checks by The Straits Times revealed that only seven of those outlets were operational as of March 30.
How Has the Chain’s Business Performance Changed?
Hao Mart has experienced a period of deepening financial instability alongside its legal troubles. Financial records show the company recorded a loss of $49.6 million for the financial year ending March 31, 2025. This figure marks a steady increase in deficit compared to the $32.8 million loss reported in the previous year and the $23.2 million loss in the year prior.
The company’s physical presence has also contracted. Bio Organicare Scalp, for instance, previously listed a Taste Orchard branch on its social media between January and December 2025. By January 1, 2026, the company removed that address, noting a relocation in the first quarter of the year. The business has since moved its outlet to Plaza Singapura, according to its recent social media updates.
Who Is Representing the Parties in Court?
The legal teams involved in the latest proceedings have been identified through court hearing lists. Hao Mart is represented by Vita Law, while Bio Organicare Scalp has retained Nine Yards Chambers. OG, appearing as a third party in the dispute, is represented by Dentons Rodyk & Davidson.
When tracking business disputes in Singapore, court hearing lists provide the most reliable, updated information regarding case status and the legal representation of involved parties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nature of the latest lawsuit against Hao Mart?
The latest lawsuit, filed by Bio Organicare Scalp, is described in court records as a landlord-tenant dispute.
When is the next court date for the Bio Organicare Scalp case?
The matter has been scheduled for a case conference on July 16.
How many lawsuits is Hao Mart currently involved in?
Hao Mart is currently facing five separate High Court lawsuits, involving various parties such as OG, Belovie, and PropNex Realty.
What is the business status of Bio Organicare Scalp?
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