Franchising
Franchising drives a third of Pret A Manger’s global sales in H1 2024
Franchising drives a third of Pret A Manger’s global sales in H1 2024
H1 2024 system sales across company-owned and franchise shops increased by 10%.
wagamama opens 10th restaurant in Scotland
The chain now has a total of 168 restaurants across the UK.
Shake Shack opens in Birmingham Grand Central
This is the brand’s 18th location in the UK.
Wingers opens in Derby
The new restaurant was opened by its youngest franchisee.
Kaspa’s opens flagship in Central London
This marks the brand’s debut in the area.
Chaiiwala opens second drive-thru
With 100 seats, it is also the largest restaurant in its portfolio.
Slim Chickens open at Festival Place
The new restaurant can accommodate up to 85 diners.
Sticks’n’Sushi opens first North London location
This marks the brand’s 14th restaurant in the UK.
Independent pizzeria Zia Lucia sets path to 100 restaurants in five years
The brand’s franchise business partner is GNF Worldwide.
Starbucks opens 50-seat coffee outlet in Heathrow
The new site was opened in time for the summer travel season.
Wingers open five new locations
It is planning to reach 20 by the end of the year.
Azzurri Group nabs franchise deal for Dave’s Hot Chicken
The group plans to open 60 restaurants in the UK.
Doner Shack eyes US launch after positive brand repositioning results
The brand reported a sales increase of 32% in June.
Karali Group acquires 46 Taco Bell restaurants
The group recently acquired Crosstown Doughnuts.
Shrimp Shack opens second location in Camden
The brand is targeting Central London locations.
Slim Chicken to open in Festival Place shopping centre
The restaurant will have room for 85 diners.
Chopstix opens two new restaurants with Haven
Chopstix aims to reach 300 sites by 2027.
