Franchising

Jollibee scraps South Korea focus for global coffee assault

Massive growth of 2,000 stores in 18 months forces management to accelerate Southeast Asian expansion ahead of schedule.

Chopstix opens Sunderland outlet, caps 2025 expansion

High-footfall strategy drives the new opening.

YouMeSushi plans 14 UK openings in 2026

The company is seeking new franchisees as it continues its expansion.

Smacks Burgers expands as sales surge 50%

Annual revenue jumped significantly in 2025 following new site launches.

Subway marks Azerbaijan market entry

The brand has signed more than 10 master franchise agreements across EMEA since 2021.

Kudu expands global footprint following Sushi Sushi acquisition

The brand has officially launched its first international franchised restaurant.

Woking opening signals IRO Sushi UK expansion

A new outlet in Tunbridge Wells is also scheduled to open this month.

Boxx Brands opens third dual Cinnabon-Jesters store

The group plans to open up to five more this year.

Starbucks rolls out sign language outlets in Saudi Arabia

Employees completed over 36 hours of Saudi Sign Language training through the LiajLehum Association.

Domino's Pizza China expands presence with 62 new outlets

China is Domino’s third-largest international market by store count.

Three O’Clock Café expands to Surat with 7th Indian outlet

The new opening follows earlier outlets in Gurugram and expansion across Delhi NCR.

Caprinos Pizza sees 14% rise in like-for-like sales in 2025

The chain eyes 20 new UK stores in 2026 and expansion into Europe and the Middle East.

Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet

The company currently works with 14 franchise partners across the UK.

Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet

The new outlet is expected to create 15 new local jobs.

Alshaya Group opens new D&D Cafe at The Avenues

The Kuwaiti-owned café operates daily from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm.