http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/xml/rss1.php World Franchise Associates collects and collates international franchise news. en-us Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.rssboard.org/rss-2-0-9#sampleFiles feed@worldfranchiseassociates.com (Jake Kidde-Hansen) jake@worldfranchiseassociates.com (Jake Kidde-Hansen) http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/xml/wfa-logo.gif http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/xml/rss1.php http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=596 Burger King Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BKC) (the “Company”) and 3G Capital today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which affiliates of 3G Capital will acquire the stock of the Company for $24.00 per share, or $4.0 billion.... Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=596 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=597 The Economic Times’ (India) Brand Equity Most Trusted Brands 2010 annual survey has named Pizza Hut the “Most Trusted Food Service Brand’ in India for the sixth year, ahead of all other Indian and global food service brands. ... Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=597 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=595 Smashburger has partnered with Bridging Culture Worldwide, a professional consulting, strategic planning and cross-cultural management service, to lead its expansion into South Korea. ... Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=595 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=590 Dubai ranks second only to London on a list of the number of global retail brands present in the city, according to a study released on Monday by global real estate consultants CB Richard Ellis (CBRE).... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=590 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=591 Global Franchise Group, LLC announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary for the Marble Slab Creamery® brand has signed a master franchise agreement with Miteco Pacific for its expansion into Australia. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=591 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=592 California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (CPK) (NASDAQ: CPKI), home to the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order pastas, creative salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches and desserts, today announced the opening of it... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=592 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=593 NEW DELHI—McDonald's Corp. plans to step up its expansion in India this year and next after finding that the country's new middle class will line up for its fast food, even in the smaller cities.... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=593 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=594 Fifty-two-year-old pizza chain Pizza Inn elevated QSR veteran Madison Jobe from vice president of development to COO this spring. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=594 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=588 McDonald's has elevated Steve Easterbrook to evp, global chief brand officer, a new position at the fast-food giant.... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=588 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=589 Hoteliers across the Middle East and Africa region are seeing pricing power return, as ADR and RevPAR both grow 11.8% in July despite occupancy rates remaining virtually flat.... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=589 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=585 Buffalo Wild Wings (BWLD.O), a U.S. sports bar-and-grill chain, outlined ambitious plans to enter the Canadian market earlier this month.... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=585 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=586 Dunkin’ Donuts quickened the pace of new store openings this year, with 338 net new locations unveiled worldwide during the first six months, compared with just 175 new shops during the same period last year.... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=586 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=587 WARSAW Orbis SA, Poland’s largest hotel company, forecasts revenue growth forecast for the second half of this year amid some of the first signs of recovery in the tourism sector in Eastern Europe.... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=587 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=582 Marks & Spencer today announces plans to open its first store in the Dandy Mega Mall in Cairo later this year – the first time the retailer will enter into the Egyptian market. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=582 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=583 Renown American restaurant chain Hooters is to open a new site in Cardiff and has applied to open Hooters Brighton and Hooters Bristol.... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=583 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=584 Planet Beach Contempo Spas has opened its first of several automated day spa franchises in Cairo, Egypt, catering to increased demand for affordable day spa and relaxation services in Africa and the Middle East.... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=584 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=580 Robeks Corporation announced today that it signed a multi-year master franchise agreement with Tokyo-based Clarence Corporation to open 500 smoothie cafes in Japan and 12 other Asian countries. ... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=580 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=581 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation today announced that its franchisee, Dominspec, S.A. has opened the first Krispy Kreme doughnut shop in the Dominican Republic. ... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=581 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=579 Having shut up shop and left Singapore in previous years, several food franchises have recently returned. ... Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=579 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=576 Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new $750 million share repurchase program. ... Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=576 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=577 China’s active hotel development pipeline is the largest in the world, exceeding the respective pipelines of the entire regions of Europe and the Middle East, according to new data from STR Global.... Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=577 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=578 California Pizza Kitchen, home of the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order pastas, creative salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches and desserts, opened its fourth location in South Korea today. ... Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=578 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=574 Founder and CEO of Denver- based Mile High Karate Stephen Oliver has announced that plans are underway to expand franchise operations worldwide. ... Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=574 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=575 Instanbul hotels proved more resilient to the global financial crisis than its counterparts elsewhere in Europe, a new report from Deloitte finds.... Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=575 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=572 DUBAI Revenues for hotel spas in Dubai are rapidly increasing and have risen by 45.5% in the first quarter, a new report by Ernst & Young says.... Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=572 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=573 Los Angeles - Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit this week announced the opening of their first store in Kuwait City.... Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=573 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=570 When Alexei Semyonov says he eats in McDonald’s “practically every day”, it sounds like a recreation of the “Supersize Me” documentary.... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=570 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=571 Domino’s Pizza has opened its first store in Bucharest, Romania — and plans to grow rapidly in the nation’s capital city and beyond in the years to come.... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=571 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=564 With domestic development slowed greatly among many U.S.-based chains during the past 18 months, international expansion deals have taken on a new importance.... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=564 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=565 Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, announced today the signing of a Master Franchisee agreement with Hiten Bajaj for the development of 20 units.... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=565 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=566 The American franchises keep coming, with popular fast-food chains Wendy's and Arby's now holding information sessions for "prospective operators" to open quick-service restaurants in Australia. ... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=566 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=567 US-based fast food giant McDonald's has cast its sights on Zimbabwe, 11 years after its initial plan to start restaurants in the country failed due to an unprecedented economic and political crisis.... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=567 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=568 Colorado’s Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. has placed second among large chains in the latest annual fast-food survey from restaurant rating service Zagat.... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=568 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=569 From November 1st to 30th, national and international franchisors operating in Venezuela will be able to exhibit their brands in a web-based version of the country’s annual franchise exposition.... Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=569 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=561 SOFIA, BULGARIA-Modern shopping centre space in Bulgaria doubled in the first quarter with the opening of five new malls to total 4.6 million square feet.... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=561 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=562 Dinu Patriciu wants to team up with kiosk owners by affiliating them to Mic.Ro district store network he launched on the market 4-5 months ago. ... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=562 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=563 Freshii has announced it is set to debut four Vienna locations, in Innere Stadt, SCS, Mariahilfer Strasse (Gerngross), and Galleria.... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=563 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=559 Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc. isn’t taking a breather as it mounts an international expansion. ... Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=559 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=560 New Delhi, India - As per our new research report, “Indian Fast Food Market Analysis”, India has seen a massive expansion in consumption of fast food in recent years. ... Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=560 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=555 Wendy’s/Arby’s Group could open as many as 180 dual-branded restaurants in Russia over the next 10 years, under a development agreement with a Moscow-based group.... Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=555 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=556 JumpBunch Inc USA, a franchisor that provides sports and fitness programs for kids, announced the successful launches of its first international master Franchise in India to M/s Fun Factory. ... Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=556 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=557 Spanish retailer Mango is aiming to open a store a day worldwide with 200 or 300 stores a year in the fast-growing Chinese market alone, its founder and chairman was reported as saying.... Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=557 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=558 The food sector is poised to serve as one of the catalysts for growth in the GCC job market as food investments continue to surge in line with efforts to attain self-sufficiency. GCC countries currently import up to 90 per cent of their food with the... Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=558 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=554 Quiznos is planning to bring its sandwiches to 15 new markets in the next two years, boosting its total international presence to 40 countries and territories. ... Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=554 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=553 Investment-friendly government of departing President Alvaro Uribe, along with a U.S.-funded military crackdown, is transforming Colombia's image as a land of civil war, drug trafficking and insecurity on the streets.... Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=553 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=551 Wendy's, one of the world's largest fast food operators based in the United States, is planning to enter the Russian market in early 2011, the business daily Vedomosti reported.... Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=551 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=552 CKE Restaurants, Inc. announced the opening of the first Carl’s Jr.restaurant in Jakarta, Indonesia. ... Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=552 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=546 Pestana Hotels & Resorts will manage a new luxury condo-hotel in Casablanca, marking the debut of Portugal’s largest hotel company in Morocco.... Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=546 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=547 Amari Boulevard Bangkok, a 309-guestroom upscale hotel in downtown Bangkok, posted 35 consecutive days—including the entire month of July—without a single vacant room.... Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=547 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=548 Jamba Inc. has signed a master development agreement with Paris Croissant to develop 200 Jamba Juice locations in South Korea over the next 10 years.... Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=548 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=549 The Linguaphone Group has today selected Evrokniga and Knizhny Dom to act as official partners for the Group’s character-based children’s English language program, Pingu’s English, across Russia.... Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=549 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=550 Condé Nast is taking some of its best-known magazine names and parlaying them into the restaurant business in Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.... Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=550 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=544 Consolidated Restaurant Operations, Inc., which operates and franchises 117 full-service restaurants encompassing seven different brands, announced the signing of a five restaurant franchise agreement for El Chico Restaurants in the Kingdom of Saudi ... Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=544 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=545 Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd. rose to a record after the Indian franchisee of Domino’s Pizza Inc. said it plans to add 70 stores in the year ending March to tap demand for pizzas and western food in the South Asian country. ... Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=545 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=537 Hooters of America, Inc. and Colliers International jointly announced today that the iconic restaurant company is undertaking an ambitious worldwide expansion.... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=537 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=538 Iconic American restaurant chain, Johnny Rockets, today announced its first South American restaurant, opening in Chile’s capital city, Santiago.... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=538 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=539 Carlson, a privately held global hospitality and travel company today announced that it has acquired the remaining 60 percent stake in T.G.I. Friday’s UK Holdings LTD from AAC Capital Partners.... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=539 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=540 EUROPE Signs of recovery are becoming evident in Europe's hotel industry, a new Fitch Ratings report says, citing improvements in occupancy and RevPAR. ... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=540 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=541 Showing great resilience against the effects of the global recession, shopping malls in Turkey keep on growing. ... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=541 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=542 Qataris and thousands of Filipinos who have made their homes in Qatar can now experience Jollibee's delicious value-for-money offerings that many have come to love. ... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=542 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=543 Franchising helps overseas ventures, but how do you decide whether to run company-owned stores or take the franchise route?... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=543 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=534 Saudi Arabia’s efforts to diversify its economy are paying off as the country’s franchising industry, estimated to be worth SR3.75 billion, is expected to grow at an annual rate of 12 percent. ... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=534 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=535 Flip Flops Shops has quickly established itself as the premier destination for flip flops and sandals, and one of world's hottest retail concepts earning this year's International Council of Shopping Centers Hot Retailer of the Year Award. ... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=535 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=536 The American restaurant Ruby Tuesday plans to open in Britain this summer. ... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=536 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=530 The Moscow city government plans to invest in developing the resort industry of Crimea, an autonomous island republic controlled by Ukraine.... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=530 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=531 Danube Building Materials, the leader in construction, building materials and shop fitting industries, has announced its expansion plan that aims to penetrate the Africa market and strengthen its presence in the Middle East through dealer and franchi... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=531 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=532 If Christian Dior’s brand name can’t attract customers, maybe dinosaurs will. ... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=532 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=533 Retail's BIG Show is the one event, once a year, where the retail world converges for education, relationship building, innovation, idea exchange and thought leadership. ... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=533 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=524 Bar-B-Cutie ads a third location in Spain as the World Cup parties go on!!! ... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=524 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=525 McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong results for the second quarter driven by all areas of the world.... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=525 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=526 A Northern Ireland-based property development company which lists former taoiseach Bertie Ahern as an adviser has secured a £40 million (€47.4 million) financing package to develop a new £100 million shopping centre in Slovakia.... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=526 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=527 Much of Baskin-Robbins' sales come from its international presence.... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=527 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=528 Alliance Boots will prepare for a major push into Africa and the Middle East with the purchase of one of Turkey’s biggest drug wholesalers.... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=528 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=529 Al Othaim wants to be the Wal-Mart of Saudi Arabia, an ambition that could make for some very happy investors.... Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=529 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=523 A revitalized take on the 2,000-year-old staple bread – the pita – will soon wrap up the Middle East, as Extreme Pita and Purblendz announce the signing of its first international agreement in Muscat, (Sultanate of Oman). ... Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=523 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=522 There is no melting Baskin-Robbins in the Middle East as it marks today the opening of 450th store in the region at the Palm Jumeirah as executives announced continued expansion to reach close to 500 stores by end of the year.... Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=522 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=519 Russian retail sales surged the most since November 2008 last month as the number of unemployed slid for a third consecutive month, signaling domestic demand may help drive the recovery.... Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=519 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=520 Chicago Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago debuts an in-room dining menu that is certified organic by Oregon Tilth, an international organic certification organization.... Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=520 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=521 Naked Pizza will erect two test locations in Dubai by the end of the year and hopes to open 100 stores across the Arabian Peninsula in the next five years, according to Abu Dhabi's The National.... Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=521 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=514 Global direct commercial real estate investment volumes reached US$66 billion in the second quarter of 2010, nearly doubling the levels seen at the market bottom a year ago.... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=514 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=515 A $1.5 MILLION INVESTMENT by Aston Peter’s Trading Co. Ltd is bringing United Kingdom-based international hairdressing franchise Toni & Guy to Barbados by year-end.... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=515 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=516 International chain Domino’s Pizza will enter the Romanian market through a franchise taken by the Radacini car dealership, according to Ziarul Financiar, quoting sources on the market. ... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=516 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=517 According to a new study by Market Force Information, Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme are the top three consumer-preferred coffee shop/snack locations in the United States.... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=517 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=518 With development rights sold out in the United States and Canada, the rapidly expanding Five Guys Burgers and Fries is exploring international growth opportunities.... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=518 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=512 DP Poland Plc, the Polish master franchisee for U.S-based Domino's Pizza Inc (DPZ.N), plans to list on London's junior market, and roll out at least 27 stores in Warsaw by end-2012, underpinning the pizza delivery chain's growth in foreign markets.... Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=512 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=513 Max’s, Inc. is eyeing 12% to 16% growth this year, better than the 7% recorded in 2009, company president Robert F. Trota told reporters at the sidelines of a franchising industry conference.... Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=513 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=511 Korath Holding, one of the oldest business groups in the UAE, said that the group’s expansion plan estimated to involve investments to the tune of Dh1 billion, is on track and would be opening more retail outlets under the brand KM soon in various em... Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=511 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=507 Food costs have helped inflation hit a 13-month high in Saudi Arabia but consumers may take some solace in the probable cooling of prices for one foodstuff – ice cream. ... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=507 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=508 Consumers around the world have developed a taste for American fast food, but demand for fried chicken sandwiches and pepperoni pizza appears to be particularly strong in China.... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=508 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=509 British fashion retailer, Superdry said yesterday it will open a series of stores across Bahrain over the next three years, as part of its global expansion plans. ... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=509 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=510 A year ago, Starbucks knocked off Coca-Cola as the most popular corporate brand on Facebook, with its page on the social network drawing 3.7 million fans. ... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=510 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=504 Brazilian retail sales rose in May, led by fuels, foodstuffs and personal care items, government statistics agency IBGE said on Tuesday.... Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=504 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=505 MADRID — Spain's Inditex, Europe's largest clothing retailer, said Tuesday it would move into Australia and South Africa next year as the Zara owner pushes ahead with its aggressive international expansion.... Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=505 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=506 Burberry Group Plc, the U.K.’s largest luxury retailer, posted a 27 percent gain in first- quarter sales, beating analysts’ estimates, led by growth in Asia and deliveries to wholesale customers.... Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=506 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=498 In hopes of increasing its international presence, Wendy's/Arby's Group has plans to re-enter the Japanese market it left only seven months ago.... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=498 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=499 Australian owned and operated pizza franchise Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Limited (DPE) has opened its 300th European store. ... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=499 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=500 New Zealand gourmet burger chain operator BurgerFuel has opened its second store in the Middle East, with the new Dubai location expected to provide more scope than the less tourist-oriented Saudi Arabia. ... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=500 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=501 Franchise Update Media Group recently conducted a survey of social media usage by franchisors who are actively recruiting franchisees. ... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=501 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=502 OAO Magnit, Russia’s second-biggest food retailer, said net retail sales in June grew 39 percent to 18.6 billion rubles ($601 million).... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=502 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=503 In the restaurant business, if you're not constantly evolving, you're dead. ... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=503 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=497 Healthzone today announced the launch of the Company's first Healthy Life China store in Shanghai's iconic Jin Mao Tower J-Life Shopping Center. ... Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=497 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=495 The Middle East is Costa Coffee’s most “critical” area for growth with sales increasing 20 percent year-on-year in Saudi Arabia alone, its managing director has told Arabian Business.... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=495 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=496 Annual footfall in Dubai’s super malls is expected to rise in 2010, owing to tourist attractions and entertainment anchors within malls, leading real estate consultancy Jones Lang Lasalle said in a report.... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=496 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=494 With Americans cutting back on spending, even retailers that had resisted opening foreign branches are now setting up shop outside the U.S.... Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=494 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=489 Rollins, Inc., a nationwide consumer services company,announced today that the company, through its wholly owned subsidiary Orkin, will begin providing pest control service in Turkey in the second half of 2010. Turkey marks the sixteenth internationa... Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=489 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=490 Murjani Group, the Indian franchisee for Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, will set up 500 Hilfiger accessories stores in the next five years as rising incomes allow people to spend more on watches, clothes and belts. ... Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=490 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=491 Atlanta-based Wendy's/Arby's Group, the third largest fast food company in the U.S., says it is pursuing an aggressive international growth plan. ... Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=491 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=492 They’ve gone through hours of training, grueling initiation and a fair amount of pleasant luncheons involving copious amounts of sugar cookies. ... Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=492 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=493 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. with its Luxury Collection brand plans to double its portfolio in South America. ... Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=493 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=487 The Middle East’s young and affluent population is spurring luxury brands such as Mulberry, Jaeger-Le Coultre and Montblanc to target the region for expansion.... Sat, 03 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=487 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=488 Parfois, Europe´s fast growing women´s accessories brand, expanded its presence in Middle East and Asia with the opening of new stores in Jordan, Philippines and Kazakhstan.... Sat, 03 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=488 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=483 American Eagle fashions target young men and women aged 15-28.... Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=483 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=484 During a presentation at an Oppenheimer-sponsored conference in Boston Wednesday, the company also reiterated plans for same-store sales to grow 1% to 3% for the year and for operating margins to expand 30 to 40 basis points. ... Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=484 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=485 The Hershey Company, known as The Chocolate Company in the United States has appointed Retail Is Detail L.L.C. to open its first Middle East Hershey’s Chocolate World store in Dubai. ... Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=485 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=486 The Second Cup Coffee Company continues to build its global presence. ... Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=486 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=482 Motivated by a personal desire to help others improve their lives through fitness, Petro Hameleers of the Netherlands has signed a master franchise agreement to open as many as 150 Anytime Fitness clubs in the Benelux region.... Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=482 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=481 The Japanese company behind the fashion chain Uniqlo has announced plans to make all its staff speak English at work.... Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=481 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=477 Krispy Kreme doughnut fans are closer to seeing the popular chain here, following a visit from the director of the company to check out interest.... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=477 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=478 UK retailer Marks and Spencer has reaffirmed its commitment to double its retail presence in India through its joint venture in the emerging market.... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=478 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=479 JEDDAH: Taif is to receive a state-of-the-art SR75 million shopping mall within two years.... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=479 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=480 Demonstrating its commitment to nurturing young local talent, du has awarded its first franchise license to an UAE-based company AST Telecomm LLC, owned by two Emirati entrepreneurs and brothers, Ali Sulaiman Al-Taher and Shahin Sulaiman Al-Taher. ... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=480 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=473 Northern Virginia-based Elevation Burger will be opening its first Middle Eastern outlet in October in the Avenues Mall in Kuwait. ... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=473 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=474 McLean-based Hilton Worldwide plans to open two new hotels in Europe in the cities of Warsaw and Lodz, Poland.... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=474 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=475 US-based NexCen Brands Inc has recently opened its first Great American Cookies store in Dubai through its master franchise owner DRH Group Inc. ... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=475 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=476 Menchie’s today announced that it has signed a development agreement with Yogurtworld Corporation to become the company’s first international Master Franchisor. ... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=476 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=472 With successful franchise locations already in operation throughout the U.S., Australia and Canada, PODS, (Portable Moving and Storage), today announced its first expansion into the United Kingdom. ... Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=472 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=471 Debenhams is considering opening shops in Libya and Morocco, as the department store seeks out new countries to drive its international sales growth. ... Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=471 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=465 Dunkin' Donuts is set to hit Ukrainian streets next year, with five stores open¬ing in Kyiv. ... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=465 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=466 Starbucks Coffee has opened its first store in Hungary in the lively and popular WestEnd Mall.... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=466 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=467 The restaurant business in the US remains challenged going into its all-important summer season, but in one segment of the industry, known as fast casual, several groups have outperformed the giant fast-food chains and taken significant business from... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=467 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=468 idzArt, a leading children's art education franchise company, announced its recent expansion into seven key international markets in an effort to introduce their US-based children's education brand beyond the States. ... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=468 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=469 Sarku Japan, the largest and most successful Japanese quick-service restaurant chain in the U.S., continues to expand globally with a major franchise deal in South America. ... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=469 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=470 Anytime Fitness Inc. has signed a franchise deal for Japan, the company said in a news release Tuesday.... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=470 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=464 A LOCAL franchisee will open American pizza chain Papa John's in the Philippines together with Malaysian partners. ... Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=464 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=463 Frank Yeung wanted out of Goldman Sachs when he realized that traders a few years older than he were kept captive by what he calls “golden handcuffs.” And when he looked at their boring lunches, he knew he’d found his escape route. ... Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=463 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=460 International Dairy Queen Inc., the soft-serve ice cream franchise owned by Warren Buffett, reached an agreement with Al Safwa Food Group to expand in the Middle East by opening stores in Saudi Arabia.... Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=460 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=461 Burger King Corp. has unveiled its first energy-efficient Burger King restaurant, located in Waghäusel, Germany.... Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=461 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=462 Round Table Pizza, a California Pizza restaurant icon known for quality and innovation, will be evaluating cities and prospective partners in China during the next two weeks. ... Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=462 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=458 McDonald’s Corp., the largest restaurant chain, plans to open 100 more restaurants in South Africa and 120 in India over the next five years as the company seeks out further growth in emerging markets.... Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=458 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=459 High energy levels are no guarantee of success as a chief executive, particularly at a fast food chain in the UK where its 2.5 million customers a day can vote with their feet. ... Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=459 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=456 American Eagle Outfitters Inc. plans to expand its international business with stores in China, including Hong Kong, the Pittsburgh-based teen clothing retailer announced Wednesday.... Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=456 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=457 Dogtech® International is pleased to announce the appointment of Vinna Tan as Area Franchisee for its new Pet Services/Dog Training franchise serving Singapore. ... Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=457 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=454 They are huge in the US, but few British diners have heard of Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) or Ruby Tuesday (RT). But all this is about to change as the restaurant chains join Taco Bell in a three-pronged US attack on the British market this summer. ... Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=454 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=455 Luxury French jewellery manufacturer Akillis announced plans to expand its distribution network throughout the Middle East region.... Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=455 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=442 "Under an agreement between the partners, Yum! Brands has decided to use its right to buy Rostik's-KFC business, a 100 percent of which belongs to Rostik Group," the source told RIA Novosti.... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=442 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=446 Miami-based Pollo Tropical, a subsidiary of fast-food restaurant operator Carrols Restaurant Group, is planning to expand by franchising new locations in the Caribbean and Central and South America.... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=446 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=450 M.H. Alshaya Co. will open the first Pottery Barn home furnishings store in Kuwait on June 16, ameinfo.com reported Monday. ... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=450 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=451 THE iPad is already a tasty product among gadget lovers, but a North Sydney restaurant has become the first in Australia to replace their printed menus with Apple's new touch screen device. ... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=451 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=452 Jamba Inc., which operates Jamba Juice stores, said Monday it agreed to work with a franchiser to open 200 Jamba Juice locations in the next 10 years in South Korea.... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=452 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=453 Pizza Inn, Inc., an international pizza restaurant chain with more than 300 restaurants in 12 countries, announces a new development agreement for 44 new locations in Saudi Arabia over the next five years. ... Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=453 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=444 Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc. is planning to add 100 Arby’s roast beef outlets in Turkey over the coming decade.... Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=444 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=445 On June 4th Hooters will open the first location in the Czech Republic. ... Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=445 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=447 The Inditex Group has opened its first Zara store in Delhi, India. ... Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=447 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=448 GAP INC plans to open its first namesake store in Australia in August, building on the apparel retailer’s international growth through franchise partners.... Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=448 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=449 The upscale Mount Pleasant Towne Center shopping mall in Mt. Pleasant SC is now home to the sixth franchise location to open in the US for the Netherlands-based Oil & Vinegar.... Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=449 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=440 Carl's Jr. has opened its first restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, the first major Western quick-service hamburger chain to open in the market. ... Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=440 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=441 Starbucks Coffee International Inc.has entered into a license agreement with Emperica Marketing (Pty) Ltd. to distribute Starbucks Coffee in South Africa. ... Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=441 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=443 With its more than 175 years of history, Swiss watch brand Longines opens its second boutique in Dubai at the Mirdiff City Centre, expanding its franchise to three stores across the Middle East.... Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=443 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=434 David Banfield, President of The Interface Financial Group, announces three new UK-based Interface offices, the first step in establishing an IFG-UK network that will provide alternative funding to small businesses. ... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=434 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=435 An iconic Canadian coffee shop has ambitious plans for expansion. ... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=435 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=436 The Coffee Club has expanded into four new Thai locations, with a fifth set to open in Koh Samui’s Chaweng Beach in July. ... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=436 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=437 Singapore’s food and beverage retailer BreadTalk plans to more than triple the number of its outlets in Asia in two years with China leading the business expansion.... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=437 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=438 The weak economy is no match for fast-growing Five Guys Burgers and Fries, where the standard hamburger has two patties and french fries are served in a cup with an extra scoop on the side for good measure.... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=438 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=439 Dubai: In a region where the ancient food staples of rice, flat breads and kababs still figure large around the family dinner table, a mushrooming McWesternised menu of greasy burgers, sandwiches and fried chicken is offering an exotic alternative to... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=439 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=432 Diyafa Holding has expanded their hospitality portfolio with the recent announcement of a franchising agreement with Ghia Holdings, owners of the Abdel Wahab Restaurant chain.... Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=432 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=433 After the runaway success of its openings in Riyadh and Dhahran, Freshberry has entered Jeddah to open its first 2 locations in Aziz Mall & the new Stars Avenue Mall. ... Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=433 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=431 BEIRUT: The budding Lebanese franchising industry has reached a turning point and is set to expand beyond the country’s domestic market.... Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=431 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=430 Yum Brands, the US restaurant group behind KFC and Pizza Hut, is to step up its assault on the UK fast-food market with the launch of the Taco Bell chain in the country next month. ... Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=430 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=427 Fast Retailing Co, the operator of the popular Uniqlo casual clothing chain, aims to continue expanding its global operations with an eye to opening shops in emerging markets such as India and Latin America.... Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=427 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=428 The Pita Pit set to launch in Panama – the gateway to South America! ... Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=428 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=429 California Pizza Kitchen has announced the opening of its eighth restaurant in Mexico. ... Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=429 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=425 French retailer Carrefour SA has said it would open its first wholesale store in New Delhi soon. ... Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=425 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=426 NexCen Brands announced the opening of the first Great American Cookies(R) store in Dubai, the third of this franchise brand in the Middle East. ... Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=426 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=424 Sbarro has announced the results of operations for its first quarter ended March 28, 2010.... Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=424 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=422 The great philosopher John Travolta once observed that, in France, a Quarter Pounder with Cheese is known as a "Royale with Cheese", while they call a Big Mac "Le Big Mac" and allow you to wash it down with beer. ... Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=422 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=423 McDonald's Corp.'s global same-store sales rose 4.9% in April on growth at all three of its regional segments. ... Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=423 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=417 With an aim to expand its footprint further in India, British footwear brand, Pavers England, plans to open 19 exclusive franchisee stores by the end of this fiscal, a top company official said.... Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=417 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=418 Fast Retailing Co, the operator of the Uniqlo casual clothing chain, will aim to raise the number of its outlets in China to 1,000 over the next 10 years, its Chairman and President Tadashi Yanai said Thursday.... Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=418 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=419 International grilled chicken restaurant chain Nando's is boosting its businesses in Singapore and Malaysia. ... Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=419 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=420 David Beckham eats there. ... Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=420 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=421 Sylvan Learning announced expansion in the Middle East. ... Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=421 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=413 Subway, the US-based sandwich-shop chain, plans to open its first store in Vietnam in August and is targeting 25 shops throughout the country by 2015.... Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=413 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=414 Johnny Rockets announces Magusa, in Northern Cyprus, as the first Mediterranean location to serve the Original Hamburger. ... Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=414 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=415 BEIRUT: Minister of State Adnan Kassar said on Tuesday that franchises play a great role in the improvement of Arab investment and commercial activities. ... Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=415 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=416 Mrs. Fields Famous Brands LLC, which includes Mrs. Fields Cookies and TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, has announced aggressive expansion plans both domestically and abroad.... Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=416 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=412 Wendy’s/Arby’s International, Inc. today jointly announced with Al Jammaz Group, the opening of the first international dual-branded Wendy’s® and Arby’s® restaurant in Dubai, United Arab Emirat... Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=412 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=411 Dubai: The UAE's position as a retail hub makes it the second most attractive venue for international retailers, according to a recent report by CB Richard Ellis.... Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=411 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=410 Saudi families hungry for New Zealand-style gourmet burgers have been so enthusiastic in their turnouts that they have to wait in their cars until a security guard advises they can enter.... Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=410 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=406 McDonald's Corp (MCD.N), the world's biggest fast-food chain operator, is looking for new franchise partners in China, expanding a six-year-old trial programme in its fastest growing market, a spokeswoman said on Thursday.... Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=406 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=407 Gymboree Corp.’s (GYMB) fiscal fourth-quarter profit grew 13% as the children’s apparel maker posted higher sales and margins.... Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=407 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=408 Texas Roadhouse, Inc. announced that it would open its first restaurants outside of the United States in the Middle East. ... Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=408 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=409 Domino’s Pizza will enter Germany by completing a Master Franchise Agreement with the founder of Grand City Property Group and Grand City Hotels.... Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=409 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=405 Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta took over as Hotel Check-In's guest-hotel-CEO blogger for April. ... Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=405 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=400 A successful UK-based franchise, Dream Doors, is set to expand its business across New Zealand. Joint founder of Dream Doors Derek Lily, has moved to New Zealand.... Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=400 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=401 Yum Brands Inc.’s KFC brand is plotting a deeper move into France, hoping that the Colonel’s recipe will strike the taste of a broader swath of French consumers. ... Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=401 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=402 Anytime Fitness, the fastest-growing fitness club chain in the world, is showing no signs of slowing down. ... Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=402 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=403 MANILA, Philippines – Local fast food giant Jollibee Foods Corp. is building a new chain of casual dining restaurants specializing in coffee and Italian ice cream or gelato using a newly acquired master franchise for a popular Korean brand.... Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=403 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=404 Philippines' largest quick-serve Jollibee Foods Corp. has signed an agreement with Guangxi Zong Kai Food and Beverage Investment Co. Ltd of China.... Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=404 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=396 Kishore Biyani-led Future Group, the country's largest retail operator, has reportedly signed a retail alliance with French hypermarket chain Carrefour, Europe's largest retailer.... Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=396 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=397 Russia's fast food market has shown huge growth over the past decade, with international and local players alike reaping in the benefits. ... Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=397 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=398 In anticipation of the much awaited market rebound, luxury goods manufacturer Montblanc, has implemented a planned expansion of retail operations in the country with the opening of boutiques in high end malls in the UAE.... Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=398 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=399 There are five P’s at the basis of McDonald’s recent success, and the company’s CEO says it’s not rocket science to figure out how to make a profit in this industry.... Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=399 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=393 The British-based easyGroup, which has a range of businesses including aviation, hotels and car rentals, is eyeing the market potential in Asia. ... Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=393 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=394 HOMEGROWN food and retail firms plan to increase their presence abroad this year with the Filipino diaspora and post-recession property prices working to their advantage. ... Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=394 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=395 AFTER business-process outsourcing (BPO), franchising is now seen as the next biggest employment generator and catalyst for real-estate development as more foreign brands locate to the country and make the Philippines their franchising hub for Asia.... Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=395 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=392 Popeye’s and Moe’s Southwest Grill are scouting locations in the Middle East. ... Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=392 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=391 After a retreat from Russia in 1999, Dunkin' Donuts is returning Wednesday with the first of 20 planned store openings in Moscow this year.... Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=391 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=388 The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) planned further expansion in this country and other parts of Africa, Phil Kasselis, its vice-president for development in the Middle East and Africa, said yesterday.... Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=388 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=389 As expansion markets for U.S.-based foodservice chains go, India is “still more of a long term play,” according to Chicago-based foodservice analyst Michael Schaefer of business intelligence firm Euromonitor International. ... Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=389 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=390 Praful Desai celebrated his 65th birthday last weekend by doing something special with his family.... Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=390 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=383 Speaking to investors last week, Rick Carucci, CFO of Yum Brands said that his company has a competitive advantage over rival restaurant operators in emerging markets and sees significant growth opportunities.... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=383 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=384 As dusk settled across Kyiv, a blue construction crane fitted with spotlights continued to swing on Taras Shevchenko Boulevard in the center of the city. ... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=384 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=385 The Grooming Company (TGC), the founding company of the increasingly popular grooming concepts – N.Bar, 1847, JetSet & Tilia & Finn – will soon launch a franchise program to export its home grown brands to cosmopolitan cities arou... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=385 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=386 ChasWood Resources Sdn Bhd, one of the largest multi-concept operators in Malaysia's restaurant business, expects revenue to hit RM110 million this year as it expands internationally and opens more outlets.... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=386 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=387 The positive sentiment in the domestic retail market is driving foreign retailers to increase their focus on the Indian shores. ... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=387 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=382 Teriyaki Experience, an international Asian inspired quick-serve concept recognized for being the healthy alternative to traditional fast food, announced the opening of its newest Honduras location in the Multiplaza Mall Food Court.... Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=382 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=380 Mumbai, Apr 20: IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms made its entry in Mumbai with the launched its first newly-built Holiday Inn hotel in the city.... Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=380 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=381 Sarku Japan, the largest and most successful Japanese quick service restaurant chain in the U.S., will make its international debut in Vietnam through a multi-year franchise agreement with Gami Group, one of the largest and oldest private business gr... Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=381 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=379 Coca-Cola Co. said Tuesday first-quarter profit rose 20%, as international growth, market-share gains and lower costs offset a continuing slump in North America. ... Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=379 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=373 Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies has signed a new Master Franchise Agreement for the country of Kuwait with Global Franchising Group (GF Group) to be the second Master Franchisee for Maui Wowi Hawaiian in the GCC. ... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=373 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=374 Get Sushi, the French arm of the Australian owned Go Sushi franchise brand, is now open in the Kinepolis Cinema Complex located in Lomme, France.... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=374 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=375 Having opened its 300th restaurant in Turkey, fast food restaurant chain Burger King has reached the highest growth figures after its home country, the USA. TAB Gida, franchisor of Burger King in Turkey, has opened more than 100 restaurants in the la... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=375 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=376 Canadian apparel brand, which has been delivering affordable casual fashion to teens in Canada and the United States, announces the opening of its first international store outside North America.... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=376 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=377 French supermarkets tap rising demand for halal food ... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=377 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=378 Just a quarter of the way through 2010, and the Harcourts international department is seeing large-scale growth across the globe with major rebranding activities in South Africa and Indonesia.... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=378 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=370 Flip Flop Shops, North America's leading flip flop and sandal retailer, announces the signing of a franchise agreement that will bring the growing brand to the Caribbean island of St. Maarten.... Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=370 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=371 US chocolate maker Hershey Company is expanding in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. ... Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=371 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=372 Curves International, a US-based fitness club for women plans to open 250 fitness centres in India through its Master Franchise- Curves India. ... Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=372 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=367 Yum Brands Inc. is reporting that higher first-quarter 2010 profits in China more than offset declines in domestic operations.... Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=367 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=368 Armani Hotel Dubai, the world's first hotel developed by Armani Hotels & Resorts, in Burj Khalifa will open on April 21, 2010.... Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=368 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=369 Sbarro, the quick service Italian restaurant concept, today announced its entry into the Brazil marketplace through a partnership agreement with GPS Group. ... Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=369 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=364 Iconic luxury chain Peninsula is planning to begin operations in India as part of its global expansion plan, the chain has confirmed.... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=364 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=365 Ruby Tuesday said its upscale repositioning is starting to gain traction with consumers, leading the company to its best quarterly sales performance in three years.... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=365 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=366 Specialty store operator Limited Brands, Inc. (La Senza, Bath and Body Works, Victoria's Secret) announced that it is forming a franchise partnership with M.H. Alshaya, Co., the retail business of the Alshaya Group, to operate stores in the Middle Ea... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=366 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=358 Smoothie King has reached an agreement with BW Ventures LTD to develop multiple stores in the Cayman Islands within the next few years.... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=358 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=359 The world's largest restaurant company, Oak Brook, Ill.-based McDonald's Corp., reported that its same-store sales rose 5.2% in Europe in 2009, double what its U.S. units could muster. ... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=359 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=360 The combined operating revenue of the top 50 fast food companies in China reached RMB 59.88 billion last year, according to statistics recently released by the China Cuisine Association. ... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=360 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=361 Shuaa Capital's Saudi arm hopes to raise more money for its hospitality fund through a second closing in October and to make more acquisitions this year as market conditions improve, its chief executive said.... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=361 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=362 BridgeStreet Worldwide today announced the opening of 46 serviced apartments in Doha, Qatar. ... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=362 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=363 The 100th Russian SUBWAY® outlet opened in Moscow on 6th of April. ... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=363 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=356 A Turkish business conglomerate and an international hotel chain signed a cooperation agreement on Saturday to build a seven-star hotel in Istanbul.... Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=356 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=357 British toy retailer Hamleys launched its first store in Mumbai at High Street Phoenix Mills. ... Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=357 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=349 Gold's Gym, the American bodybuilding chain that has helped pump up Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tiger Woods, is pushing deeper into the Arab world.... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=349 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=350 Lu by Lolita, a global retailer for women’s clothing and accessories has joined hands with Franchise India Brands to take strategic advice on its pan-India expansion. ... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=350 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=351 A trial programme of opening franchise retail outlets has been started by ¬Vodafone Czech Republic. ... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=351 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=352 With the world’s leading markets experiencing a welcomed recovery phase, a New Career Economy is emerging around the globe. ... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=352 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=353 After a 10 months period rich in events, PastaMania Damascus Cham Center opened its door to business just after the Eid in November 2009. ... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=353 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=354 Vanucci, a kitchen and bathroom furniture company which was founded by Sinpaş Group’s subsidiary Prodek in 2005, has signed franchising agreements aiming at becoming a global player.... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=354 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=355 Chiquita Brands International, Inc. (NYSE:CQB) today announced the signing of an international master franchise agreement in the Middle East for the operation of Chiquita Fruit Juice Bars, as part of its global innovation strategy. ... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=355 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=348 The Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) said that the state-owned entity will invest $735 million in developing hotels in Abu Dhabi, Gulf News reported. ... Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=348 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=346 FFW advises House of Fraser on first franchise in Middle East expansion.... Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=346 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=347 Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal hopes to take Fairmont Raffles Holdings International public in the next few years, he tells Bloomberg.... Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=347 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=342 Two Hyatt-branded luxury properties, Hyatt at Capital Centre and Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, will open in Abu Dhabi within the next 12 months as part of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts’ commitment.... Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=342 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=343 Retailers and restaurants cash in on rapidly expanding and highly profitable market in halal food and drinks.... Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=343 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=344 Maternity Corp, a maternity apparel retailer, said that its Indian partner, Mahindra Retail, has opened two Motherhood Maternity shop-in-shops in India. ... Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=344 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=345 Realty Executives International announced franchising rights to six countries of the Middle East’s Gulf Region: United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar.... Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=345 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=339 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. plans to open 300 hotels in the next three to four years, many overseas.... Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=339 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=340 Jeddah, 31st March 2010: The first Boots branded store in Saudi Arabia officially opened this week at Mall of ArabiaMall of ArabiaMall of Arabia, Jeddah. ... Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=340 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=341 Second Cup, the specialist coffee house with branches across the Middle East, has expanded into Abu Dhabi.... Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=341 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=334 Moe's Southwest Grill has signed an agreement to take the Fresh Mex chain into international territory. ... Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=334 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=335 Snap Fitness, an international chain of fitness clubs, launched its first gym in Malad, Mumbai recently.... Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=335 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=336 The largest international Mothercare store has opened Today in Dubai Mall with a day long celebration of children and family entertainment suitably marking the 25th anniversary of the brand’s presence in the region.... Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=336 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=337 The restaurant industry is slowly showing signs of improvement in domestically and abroad, according to recent data.... Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=337 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=338 Shortly after Domino's announced that India was one of its top markets a few weeks ago, Pizza Hut is planning to ramp up its delivery outlet presence in the company, according to Indian newspaper Mydigitalfc.com.... Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=338 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=332 Russian businessmen God Nisanov and Zakhar Iliyev, who already own two hotels in Moscow, plan to build three more hotels in the city, Kommersant business daily reported Monday citing one of developers.... Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=332 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=333 Two years ago, Don Tyson, the founder and former CEO of Tyson Foods (TSN), the world’s largest meat processor, told the Associated Press that there wasn’t “much left for Tyson Foods to do in the US.”... Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=333 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=330 Middle East investors, financiers, food & retail developers and franchisors will be strongly represented at the International Food Franchise Forum (IFFF) being held in Dubai at the end of May. ... Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=330 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=331 Spadamco Holdings, a Dubai-based company with interests and holdings in light industry, retail and food and beverage franchises in the GCC, will expand its retail operations in the UAE and the Gulf, said its managing director.... Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=331 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=327 Hotelier Middle East talks to InterContinental Hotels Group MEA chief operating officer John Bamsey about the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express at Dubai airport.... Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=327 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=328 A report issued by STR Global showed that Dubai's hotel occupancy rose by almost 16 percent in February, a recovery sign in the emirate suffering from an economic downturn, Reuters reported. ... Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=328 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=329 Azadea Group leads the way by launching 6 of its premium international brand names at Le Mall Saida. ... Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=329 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=324 Gap Inc plans to open its first namesake store in Australia in August, building on the apparel retailer's international growth through franchise partners.... Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=324 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=325 Yum! Brands, Inc. announces the grand opening of the first Taco Bell in India by its international division, Yum! Restaurants International (YRI). ... Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=325 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=326 A FEW weeks after Waitrose opened its first Scottish store in Edinburgh, a rumour spread through the City that the residents of one particularly well-heeled district were actually dressing up for their weekly visit to the Morningside Road branch.... Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=326 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=320 Cuban traditional cuisine-loving Lebanese and tourists are able to indulge in the subsidiary of the famous La Bodeguita del Medio restaurant (BdelM), the first such franchise in the Middle East opened in Beirut, Lebanon.... Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=320 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=321 Stella McCartney, the premium womenswear label, has opened its first store in Dubai, ahead of further openings in the Middle East, in Qatar, Jeddah and Riyadh.... Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=321 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=322 Domino’s quick service restaurant chains, and the leader in the organised pizza home delivery segment, has launched its 300th store in Delhi, India. ... Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=322 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=323 Mos Food Services Inc. has opened its first Mos Burger outlet at Hong Kong Plaza, Siming Nan Road, Xiamen on 25 Feb 2010. ... Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=323 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=316 J. Patrick Doyle, new CEO of Domino's Pizza, spent his first days on the job last week in India and Saudi Arabia.... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=316 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=317 Gourmet Gulf announced the opening of three franchise stores YO! Sushi, Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK) and California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) in the 2.1-million square-foot Mirdiff City Centre.... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=317 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=318 DUBAI - Ishraq Gulf Real Estate Holding Co plans to invest up to $3 billion in a bid to get its hotel pipeline back on track after failing to meet its target to open over 20 hotels by the end of 2010, its CEO said on Monday.... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=318 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=319 Wendy’s is expanding into the Middle East, but it isn’t going alone. Atlanta-based Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc., whose Wendy’s division is based in Dublin, unveiled a franchise deal on Tuesday for 135 restaurants in nine co... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=319 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=313 FOCUS Brands Inc., the owner of Carvel ice cream and Cinnabon, will add 50 locations this year to its fastest growing chain, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and expand into Turkey as the global recession recedes.... Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=313 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=314 Subway, the US-based sandwich-shop chain, plans to open its first store in Vietnam in August and is targeting 25 shops throughout the country by 2015.... Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=314 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=315 Success Coach Michael Kubina has opened an office in Ilsede, about 40 km east of the major center of Hanover with a population of over 500,000 and the home base of a major Volkswagen plant.... Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=315 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=309 Linguaphone Group are delighted to announce the appointment of the latest licensing partners for the Group’s character-based pre-school English language program, Pingu’s English, in Romania and the Czech Republic.... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=309 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=311 Al Tayer Trends opens the first Crate and Barrel store in the Middle East in Dubai, also the brand's first venture outside North America.... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=311 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=312 Johnny Rockets, a US based restaurant chain, has opened new restaurant in Zapopan, Jalisco, in Central Mexico, as part of its plans for international expansion. ... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=312 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=305 On January 14, 2010 Pita Pit International Inc. sold the master franchise rights for Australia. ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=305 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=306 Mos Food Services Inc., Japan's second largest hamburger chain, plans to open 200 stores in China in the next five years, saying that its rice burgers may better cater for the tastes of Chinese consumers than those offered by McDonald's. ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=306 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=307 CHOWKING FOOD Corp., a subsidiary of listed food giant Jollibee Foods Corp., is looking at putting up more stores locally and internationally. ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=307 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=308 Maui Wowi Hawaiian Saudi Arabia recently opened its newest location in the Panorama Mall in Riyadh.... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=308 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=310 Destination Maternity Corporation, the world's leading maternity apparel retailer, is excited to announce the opening of Destination Maternity® in the Mirdiff City Center in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=310 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=301 Leading franchise company Dubai Holding Group has opened two additional outlets in the new Mirdif City Centre shopping complex. ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=301 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=302 Pittsburgh-based American Eagle Outfitters Inc. announced it will open its first stores outside of North America in Dubai and Kuwait City. ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=302 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=303 First there was Whopper Freakout, the award-winning webfilm by Crispin, Porter + Bogusky documenting actual customer reactions to the Whopper's removal from the menu in a U.S. store. ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=303 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=304 Dippin' Dots Inc. has reached a landmark, surpassing more than 1 million fans on the company's official Facebook fan page. ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=304 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=298 Hamleys has agreed a franchise deal to open in nine markets in the Balkans, with franchise shops set to open shortly in the Middle East and India.... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=298 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=299 Lebanon-based Azadea Group Holding has signed a multi-year franchise agreement with US-based fashion designer, The Gymboree Corp, to launch the Gymboree retail brand in the Middle East. ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=299 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=300 International fashion brand, New Yorker has inaugurated its 1400-sqm flagship store at Dubai Mall, the firm's 777th store worldwide. ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=300 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=297 Pizza Inn, an international pizza restaurant chain with more than 300 restaurants in 12 countries, announces the opening of its newest location in the Oasis Mall in the Kingdom of Bahrain. ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=297 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=293 Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Vietnam, announced on March 10 its strategic expansion plans including additional hotels within the Novotel, Mercure hotel brand, and the launch of the ibis brand and MGallery label.... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=293 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=294 Quick service restaurant chain DOMINO'S PIZZA on Thursday said that within three years its Indian operations would be among the top five global markets of the company. ... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=294 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=295 At a time when the retail industry in India has started looking up again, franchising business in the country is expected to grow by 35% in the next fiscal.... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=295 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=296 The SUBWAY restaurant chain has named Marwan Abdul Malik Al-Hamar, Development Agent for UAE, as the recipient of its 2009 Development Agent of the Year award for International Developed Markets.... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=296 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=291 Fast-food giant McDonald's is continuing to satiate the increasingly Western appetites of Asian consumers, serving up a 10.5pc like-for-like increase in sales across the continent in February.... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=291 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=292 Two new dining concepts are set to launch in London later this year at retail and commercial development St Martin’s Courtyard.... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=292 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=288 Asia and Latin America locations rose to the top of the list as up-and-coming destinations in the newly released 2010 Virtuoso Luxe Report. ... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=288 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=289 Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit this week announced its latest Middle East launch scheduled for mid-March in Dubai, marking the second location in the city. ... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=289 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=290 Nestlé today announced the launch of its Jenny Craig weight management programme in France. ... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=290 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=285 McDonald's Corporation today announced global comparable sales growth of 4.8% in February.... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=285 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=286 Marriott International plans to more than double the number of its properties in Europe in the next few years.... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=286 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=287 Subway aims to have 500 stores in mainland China within five years and will start by adding 35 to 50 stores this year, Reuters reported yesterday.... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=287 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=282 Tim Horton’s is preparing to test drive a new upscale restaurant format in the United States and broaden its North American product line as part of a three-year expansion plan that will include the opening of about 900 new stores.... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=282 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=283 Great American Cookies Stores to Open in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait ... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=283 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=284 Richoux, the London-based restaurant chain, has announced the first franchise in Dubai will open in early 2011.... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=284 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=280 Investors in the food business sector, attending the Franchising Middle East (FME) have expressed their plans of expanding their local brands and international names, organisers said.... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=280 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=281 House of Fraser is set to announce plans to expand into the Middle East, as the department store chain aims to expand its customer base by taking advantage of demand for designer brands in the region.... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=281 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=279 Carmen Steffens is a Brazilian-based franchise that sells high-fashion shoes and handbags and has over 150 franchises around the world, with plans to boost its Australian presence over the next few years.... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=279 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=278 Boardwalk Fresh Burgers & Fries, known for its fresh, made to order hand pattied burgers and fresh cut fries, has signed a multi-unit franchising deal with Future Kid Entertainment Company for 50+ units throughout the Middle East region.... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=278 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=274 Cold Stone Creamery has announced it has signed a Master Franchise agreement for Thailand. ... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=274 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=275 TNT Express, the world’s leading provider of express delivery services has advanced its expansion plans in the Eastern Africa region with the inauguration of its newest Express Centre.... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=275 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=276 Convenience store chain 7-Eleven plans to open 50 new stores in Shanghai this year, and aims to expand to 165 stores in the city within three years and 300 stores within five years.... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=276 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=277 Marriott International, Inc. will open its first luxury JW Marriott hotel and fourth branded hotel in Jordan in 2013 in Aqaba under a recently-concluded agreement with Beaches for Hotels & Spas P.S.C.... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=277 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=271 Deloitte, the business advisory firm, has confirmed that hotels in the Middle East achieved the highest occupancy, average room rates and revPAR globally in 2009.... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=271 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=272 Department store Harvey Nichols is looking further afield to boost sales.... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=272 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=273 Realty Executives International, Inc. announced franchising rights to six countries of the Middle East’s Gulf Region: United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar.... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=273 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=262 At a spectacular gala dinner at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 22 February, attended by more than 750 industry representatives, the finalists and winners in the 2010 Gulfood Awards were announced.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=262 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=263 Swensen's, a Canada based chain of ice-cream restaurants is planning to foray in the Indian market through their Asian License Minor International, supported by Franchise India International. ... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=263 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=264 Building off its strong financial performance in 2009, Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that it would enter the Italian market in 2010 as one of its long term growth investments.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=264 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=265 Lifeline Group LLC of Abu Dhabi has acquired the master franchise rights for The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy chain for the Middle East.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=265 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=266 Following the signing of master franchisee agreement with the Mo'men Group, an Egypt based fast food giant, Al Islami today launched the Mo'men chain of restaurant in the UAE.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=266 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=267 UK department store group House of Fraser has signed a franchise agreement with the aim of expanding into the Middle East market.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=267 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=268 FROOTS, a rapidly growing quick service food and smoothies franchise, has added David Rodgers of Gourmet Food General Trading LLC as their Master Franchisee for the United Arab Emirates and Oman. ... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=268 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=269 The award-winning family restaurant adds another feather on its cap as it opens its first outlet in Bahrain. ... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=269 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=270 Hamleys' productive run extended to the Middle East, where its franchise store in Dubai (at The Dubai Mall) run by partner Retail Arabia International reported a festive-season LFL sales increase of 54 per cent.... Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=270 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=261 After a bumper year in 2009, with 36 hotel openings across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Rezidor Hotel Group plans to keep up the pace of expansion despite tough market conditions. ... Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=261 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=259 Debenhams has recently agreed with RTC group to grant the company franchise rights to open stores in another 11 countries in Central and Eastern Europe.... Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=259 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=260 Indian snacks and fast food player Haldiram's on Sunday said it will take its restaurant business overseas, starting with UK this year.... Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=260 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=256 The HTLroundtable was created as a forum for hotel and real estate professionals to discuss trends in the hotel, tourism and leisure sector.... Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=256 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=257 New Yorkers, self-defined as global trendsetters, continue to pave the way in Kuwait and Dubai but this time it's with classic Americana staples: frozen low-calorie dessert, burgers and cupcakes.... Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=257 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=258 American Eagle Outfitters is taking its first overseas flight to the Middle East.... Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=258 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=252 Melco China Resorts (Holding) Limited (TSXV: MCG) ("Melco China Resorts" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that it has entered into definitive management agreements (the "Agreements") with Club Med Asie S.A. ("Club Med").... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=252 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=253 Koutons Retail looks beyond India... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=253 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=254 First there were the Abu Dhabi campuses of NYU and the Guggenheim. ... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=254 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=255 Majid Al-Futtaim (MAF) Retail manages a joint venture in the Middle East with France's Carrefour, the world's second-biggest retailer by revenue after Wal-Mart Stores Inc.... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=255 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=250 Jonathan Wigley, Chairman of Absolute KBJ Hotel Services India and CEO of Absolute Hotel Services Thailand announces four more new hotels in India as members of U Hotels & Resorts. ... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=250 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=251 Fatburger this week announced its latest Asia Pacific launch scheduled for late February in Beijing, shortly after the weeklong Chinese New Year festivities.... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=251 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=247 Smoothie Factory has recently executed a master franchise agreement in China and a multiple unit development agreement in Vietnam taking a significant step forward towards achieving plans for international expansion.... Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=247 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=248 On 10 February Kwik-Fit Group announced that is has entered into a Frachise agreement with the ROLF Group, one of Russia’s leading automotive businesses.... Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=248 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=249 P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. today announced a development and license agreement with Global Restaurant Concepts, Inc., a leading casual dining operator in the Philippines, to develop eight restaurants over the next five years. ... Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=249 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=246 Chiquita Brands International, Inc. today announced the signing of an international master franchise agreement in the Middle East for the operation of Chiquita Fruit Juice Bars, as part of its global innovation strategy.... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=246 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=242 New Zealand gourmet burger chain Burger Fuel Worldwide Ltd has opened its first store in Saudi Arabia.... Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=242 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=243 International Franchisor of the Year for 2009, Gloria Jean's Coffees, has continued its expansion and opened its first coffee house in Lebanon.... Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=243 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=244 NexCen Brands, Inc. today announced the opening of the first MaggieMoo's(r) franchised store in Asia.... Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=244 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=245 Gourmet Gulf Company, a pioneering food and beverage retail company operating top-tier brands in the Gulf region, has unveiled ambitious expansion plans for the Middle East and India, with its franchise-driven strategy targeting 100 units by 2014.... Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=245 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=238 Although the global economy remains shaky, hotel companies are building a slew of new hotels in parts of Asia and the Middle East. ... Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=238 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=239 Best Western International has expanded its portfolio in Eastern Europe with its first hotel in the Ukraine, the Best Western Sevastopol Hotel in Sevastopol, located in one of the largest sea ports and cultural-historical centers.... Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=239 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=240 “Thoughtful expansion” will continue this year with a big focus on international development. ... Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=240 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=241 GNC a leading global retailer of nutritional products, announced today that it, together with its parent company, has entered into a memorandum of understanding to form a strategic partnership with Bright Food (Group) Co., LTD (Bright Food). ... Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=241 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=234 Building For International Retail Expansion... Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=234 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=235 Dairy Queen (DQ), an international chain of soft serve and fast food restaurants, is planning to open its first stores in Macau and Egypt this year, Reuters reported yesterday. ... Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=235 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=236 Landmark Group, one of the largest retail conglomerates in the Middle East and India, announced the imminent launch of a brand new fashion concept that is poised to revolutionize the retail landscape in the region. ... Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=236 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=237 Global hospitality management conglomerate Golden Tulip has continued its strategic expansion into South-east Asia with the recent signing of two hotels in Thailand's popular resort destination of Pattaya.... Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=237 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=233 Two of the world’s largest food and beverage companies – McDonald’s Corp. and the Coca-Cola Co. – said Tuesday that they have countries other than the U.S. to thank for their recent strong performance. ... Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=233 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=230 Oman's government investment arm, State General Reserve Fund (SGRF), has joined hands with a unit of Britain's Equest Investment Balkans to set up a $1.1 billion ski resort in Bulgaria, Reuters reported. ... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=230 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=231 Elevation Burger, the five-unit chain specializing in organic burgers and fries cooked in olive oil, signed its first international franchise deal and plans to expand into the Middle East later this year. ... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=231 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=232 Russia’s Fast Food Market Booms as Fewer Gourmands Are Able to Afford Restaurant Dishes... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=232 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=227 IKEA UAE, an affiliate of the Al-Futtaim Group, broke ground in the capital for the biggest IKEA store in the Middle East on Wednesday, and said it will seek further expansion in other untapped Gulf markets such as Qatar and Oman. ... Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=227 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=228 NexCen Brands, Inc. today announced the opening of the first MaggieMoo's(R) franchised store in Asia. ... Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=228 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=229 Rollins Inc., a nationwide consumer services company, announced today that the Company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Orkin, has established a new international franchise in Ireland. ... Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=229 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=226 Located in Doha, Qatar the fitness franchise’s first centre is a £2m facility boasting state-of-the-art cardiovascular and resistance equipment.... Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=226 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=220 Lifeline Group LLC of Abu Dhabi has acquired the master franchise rights for The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy chain for the Middle East. ... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=220 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=221 They succumbed eagerly to Ronald McDonald. Mikhail Gorbachev once advertised pizza. ... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=221 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=222 Silver Spring-based hotel franchisor Choice Hotels announced its first foray into Poland Monday, with plans to franchise six hotels in the country.... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=222 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=223 Italian restaurant and lounge franchise C House Italia has signed an agreement with Nicolas Jebran Houte Couture (NJHC) to expand the brand across the Middle East. ... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=223 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=224 A Master Franchise operations have been launched today in the UAE by WSI, the world’s #1 Internet services franchise, according to industry leading Entrepreneur Magazine. Located at Dubai Media City, this new office is operated by Husam Jandal.... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=224 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=225 Hamleys, the world-famous toy retailer, intends to broaden its reach into the Middle Eastern markets to sustain a record year-end festive-season performance which saw the company increase its like-for-like (LFL) sales by 11.6% over 2008 within the si... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=225 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=219 McDonald's will expand by 45 outlets in Russia by the end of this year, CEO Jim Skinner said Monday as the company marked the 20th anniversary of the opening of the first landmark restaurant under Soviet rule in 1990.... Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=219 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=216 Pizza Inn has continued its worldwide franchise expansion with the opening of its first location in Bangladesh. ... Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=216 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=217 Baja Fresh Mexican Grill the quick-casual fresh Mexican chain, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first international location at the entrance of the world famous Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. ... Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=217 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=218 At last, the UAE will have the opportunity to experience 'the vibe' of South African's old and loved steakhouse, Spur Steak Ranches.... Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=218 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=214 Burger King, the U.S. chain of hamburger fast food restaurants, opened on Thursday its first outlet in Russia's capital to compete with its main rival, McDonald's, the country's media reported.... Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=214 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=215 Extreme Pizza, the leading purveyor of innovative pizzas, monster subs and salads has officially opened its doors in Dublin, Ireland. ... Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=215 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=211 Just as Burger King is opening its first store in Russia this week, Russian business daily Vedomosti has reported that Dunkin' Donuts plans to open dozens of stores in Moscow, according to news organization RIA Novosti.... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=211 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=212 Entrepreneurs Michael Boocher and Jennifer Ridgway have signed a multi-unit franchise deal to open 5 Freshii restaurants in Dubai. ... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=212 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=213 Mr Boparan is buying the 82-year-old business from SSP, the food franchise operator, for an undisclosed sum and plans to add 100 branches to Harry Ramsden's existing 35 shops in the UK over five years. ... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=213 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=210 Sbarro today announced its aggressive expansion into the Japanese market which will include the opening of 1,250 units.... Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=210 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=207 Carrefour, Europe’s biggest retail chain, has agreed with Kishore Biyani of Pantaloon Retail to set up franchisee stores in India. ... Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=207 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=208 The Little Gym International has entered into a master franchise agreement with an existing franchise owner in Kuwait City, Kuwait.... Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=208 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=209 Diyafa Holdings Co. W.L.L.; a subsidiary of Global Banking Corporation, has announced the signing of a new franchising agreement with leading regional restaurant chain Shakespeare & Co.... Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=209 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=206 Tim Horton’s Inc. is lining up plans for further international growth after warming American coffee enthusiasts in the Big Apple to its fritters and Timbits.... Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=206 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=203 Fatburger this week unveiled an elaborate international expansion strategy for 2010 and beyond in the Middle East and Asia Pacific.... Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=203 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=204 Domino's Pizza, the UK's biggest pizza delivery company, remains recession-proof as the company announces surging sales despite the continuing sluggish economy. ... Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=204 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=205 Yogen Fruz has further expanded its world-wide franchise development and network of retail outlets now to the Middle East. ... Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=205 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=201 California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. today announced the expansion of their original agreement with Gourmet Gulf Company, an existing franchise partner. ... Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=201 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=202 Beautiful Brands International (BBI) announced today the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.... Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=202 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=199 With about 70% of Saudis in their teens, and their preference for Western style foods over their parents generation, international and local fast food chains continue to expand and import a significant share of their required ingredients. ... Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=199 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=200 Emirates General Petroleum Corporation 'Emarat' signed five agreements granting UAE investment firms the franchise of its brand 'Bakeria' and 'Fresh Plus'.... Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=200 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=198 Mamas & Papas, the fast-growing mother-and-baby retailer, has secured a new funding package from HSBC to support its expansion overseas. ... Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=198 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=194 Cold Stone Creamery has signed a 20-year agreement with Central Restaurants Group Co. Ltd. to introduce the ice cream stores in Thailand.... Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=194 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=195 PIU Management, LLC, franchisor of the Pump It Up and BounceU brands, announced two new appointments to its senior management team, including Vice President of Operations Scott Keppel, and Vice President of Development and Real Estate Sean Bock. ... Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=195 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=196 Hell Pizza has continued its global spread, opening its first Canadian store this month.... Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=196 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=197 Christchurch snack-food company Cookie Time will launch a new health bar in United States next year as part of its international expansion. ... Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=197 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=192 A Norfolk bin-cleaning company that already has a presence in the US, Australasia and South Africa has moved into mainland Europe for the first time. ... Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=192 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=193 Rollins, Inc., a nationwide consumer services company announced today that the Company, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Orkin, has established a new international franchise in Lebanon.... Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=193 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=189 Sandwich chain Subway Japan Inc., a subsidiary of Japan's Suntory Holdings Ltd., plans to open a record 80 outlets in 2010, boosting the total by 40 per cent to about 270. ... Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=189 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=190 Hard Rock International Inc. CEO Hamish Dodds talks about the company's plan for expansion of its hotel business in Asia.... Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=190 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=191 Ontario Canada - As restaurants continue to struggle with a recession that has put millions of people out of work and forced people to cut back on meals away from home, Extreme Brandz is experiencing “extreme” growth.... Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=191 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=188 Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) announced the opening of the first Maggiano's(r) location in Saudi Arabia, which also marks the only franchised Maggiano's restaurant outside of the United States. ... Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=188 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=186 2009 was a busy year for franchises with more and more well-known global brand names appearing in Vietnam's market as well as Vietnamese trademarks springing up in foreign markets. ... Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=186 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=187 An Austalian-based storage retail franchise has continued its international expansion with the opening of its latest outlet in the UK. ... Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=187 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=185 Russia's Far Eastern Primorsky territory has received 8.5 billion rubles for the construction of hotels and social infrastructure and it will get another 2.5 billion rubles for the same purposes at the beginning of next year, Prime Minister Vladimir ... Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=185 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=184 Domino's Pizza’s Indian franchise, a gym chain and a developer of games for Sony’s PlayStation plan to sell shares in India, riding a boom in spending in the world’s second-fastest growing major economy. ... Sat, 26 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=184 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=181 Domestic tourist company UTIP Crne Gore will soon sign a franchise contract with the world-famous Hilton hotel chain.... Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=181 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=183 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn Bhd plans to have 2,000 convenient stores nationwide in three years, boosted by its efficient franchise programme. ... Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=183 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=179 International dining chain, Vapiano, has opened its first Australian restaurant in Brisbane's CBD.... Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=179 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=180 Colorado's Fitness Together Franchise Corp. is expanding its franchise network to a sixth nation, Brazil. ... Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=180 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=176 Sub shop Blimpie announced plans for its first location in Kuwait. ... Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=176 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=177 Coach Ling Zhang and her business partner Feng Zhao have extended the Mars Venus Coaching brand to become the first coaches in China. ... Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=177 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=178 The presence of KFC in Nigeria is the result of a franchise agreement between Devyani International (Nigeria) Limited, RJ Corp of India and Chellarams Plc. ... Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=178 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=175 McDonald's still sees plenty of growth potential in Russia -- where more than two thirds of the population are yet to make a habit of eating out -- two decades after opening its first restaurant there. ... Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=175 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=172 Despite last week's announcement that Wendy's sole franchisee in Japan would be closing all of its stores, the Asian market still shows promise for the burger chain.... Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=172 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=173 Hilton Worldwide announces the signing of its first Hampton by Hilton hotel in the city of Berlin near the Kaiser Wilhem Church. ... Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=173 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=174 Jack Wolfskin, a retailer of outdoor clothing, opened up its first store in the Ukraine on 1st December 2007.... Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=174 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=167 Whitbread PLC coffee-shop subsidiary Costa Ltd. Tuesday said it had agreed to buy coffeeheaven international PLC, a deal that provides a Central and Eastern European platform for Costa's international expansion. ... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=167 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=168 Abu Dhabi's biggest sovereign wealth fund has bought more than 10 percent of the Hyatt Hotels Corp. shares floated by the iconic hotelier last month.... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=168 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=169 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation today announced that its long-time franchise partner, KKD Lotte Holdings Company, Ltd., has opened the first Krispy Kreme doughnut shop in Shanghai, China. ... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=169 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=170 "KStrading", a well-known Ukrainian retail developer, is planning to focus on the development of one of the world's largest food retailers, Spar, in Ukraine.... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=170 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=171 Auntie Anne's, one of the largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchises in North America, announced that it is continuing its global expansion with the addition of stores in the Kingdom of Bahrain. ... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=171 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=163 Famous British toy retailer Hamleys will make its India debut with a 22,000-square-feet store at the popular Phoenix Mills in Mumbai, by February 2010.... Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=163 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=164 Century 21 Real Estate LLC, franchisor of one of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, has announced its expansion in Europe with the signing of a master franchise agreement to license CENTURY 21 franchises in Slovakia. ... Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=164 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=165 Pizza Inn, Inc., an international pizza restaurant chain with more than 300 restaurants in 11 countries, announces the opening of its first location in the capital city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. ... Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=165 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=166 Yum! Brands' growth plans rely heavily on international expansion and its value-focused Taco Bell outlets amid one of the fast-food business's most challenging environments, executives said Wednesday.... Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=166 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=161 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Saudi-based investment holding company, Siraj Capital Ltd (Siraj), today announced the locations of the first three Holiday Inn Express hotels to become operational in the Kingdom. ... Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=161 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=162 McDonald's Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 0.7% in November.... Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=162 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=160 President and CEO of the Ritz Carlton Hotels Company, Simon Cooper announces that the company plans to establish two more hotels in Istanbul and Bodrum.... Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=160 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=158 Leo Sterling has announced that it has recently launched a new franchise program, offering a highly cost-effective start-up to individuals in the Middle East, UK and Europe who are looking to operate their own business.... Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=158 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=159 Kidville, a US children's retail brand is open 11 stores in the UAE, the company has announced.... Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=159 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=157 The government has cleared the proposal to allow Gucci Group NV, Netherlands, for foreign equity participation of 51% stake in its Indian franchisee, Luxury Goods Retail Private Ltd, with an investment of Rs 1.04 crore. ... Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=157 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=156 Resort Maps, creator of more than 90 customized travel maps across the United States, England and Puerto Rico, recently announced agreement for franchises in Windsor, England, Escazu and Santa Ana, Costa Rica and Old San Juan Puerto Rico. ... Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=156 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=155 Payless ShoeSource announced plans today for the continued international expansion of the Payless retail chain.... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=155 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=153 Five Guys Burgers and Fries, a U.S. burger chain, will open its first international location in Medicine Hat, Alta., Canada, in January.... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=153 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=154 Starbucks will see China become the company's next major market after the United States in the near future, the firm's China chairman said on Wednesday.... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=154 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=149 Mars Venus Coaching recently opened offices in Poland. Grzegorz Kordek, in Czosnow, has joined Mars Venus Coaching and recently completed the Mars Venus Coaching Induction Training Program held in Las Vegas. ... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=149 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=150 Former Rubino proprietor Julian Sammut has much on his plate these days as Kitchen Concepts, the restaurant development company he runs, inaugurates two projects in the next fortnight.... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=150 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=151 Thailand-based Minor Food Group will enter the Indian market next year and plans to bring three of its major brands of ice-cream, pizza and cafe. ... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=151 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=152 Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee Foods Corp. sees Vietnam and India as the next countries where it wants to aggressively expand after conquering the local industry and establishing a solid presence in China. ... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=152 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=148 CKE Restaurants Inc. said Tuesday that it opened its first Hardee's restaurant in Pakistan.... Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=148 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=147 Business is steaming hot for Caffe Nero as founder Gerry Ford attempts to keep the coffee shop chain on an expansionary curve with a projected 1,000 outlets worldwide over the next five years.... Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=147 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=144 Subway, the world's No. 2 fast food restaurant chain by sales, plans to expand its Russian network to 1,000 outlets by 2015 from 78 now and make Russia its fourth-biggest European market next year.... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=144 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=145 Continent Hotels & Resorts and MAYER GMBH today announced the formation of strategic brand development and management partnership.... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=145 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=146 Tasti D-Lite has signed a master franchise agreement with Tasti D-Lite UAE - operated by brothers and joint managing directors Saeed Kalafchi and Masoud Kalafchi - to open 12 locations there in the coming years.... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=146 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=143 According to Starbucks Deputy President of EMEA Operations, Rossann Williams, the company intends to further expand in Russia during the present year, starting with the opening of a new outlet in St Petersburg. ... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=143 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=141 Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories and personal care products for men, women, children and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime and Athleta brand names.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=141 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=142 Marks & Spencer Group Plc's incoming Chief Executive Officer Marc Bolland will use his 30 years' experience selling beer at Heineken NV to speed international expansion of the U.K.'s largest clothing retailer, Executive Chairman Stuart Rose said.... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=142 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=139 The British luxury group Burberry is planning to further boost its presence in China by expanding the number of franchised stores to 100 in the country in the next couple years.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=139 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=140 Marco's Pizza, an Italian pizza company headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, has 31 stores planned for a brand new territory: the Caribbean.... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=140 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=138 Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. announced plans to open a London store, its first in the European Union.... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=138 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=135 Vice Versa International FZ-LLC has teamed up with capital and franchise advisers to accelerate their continued growth.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=135 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=136 Hard Rock Cafe will be opened next month in Kumho Asiana Plaza, HCM City, by Viet Thai International, which has been granted developer rights to four Hard Rock Cafes in the country.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=136 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=137 Casual-dining restaurant leader Ruby Tuesday, Inc. has announced new international franchise agreements for the development of its flagship brand in the Middle East and the United Kingdom.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=137 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=133 Burger King , the world's second biggest hamburger chain, said on Friday it plans to open its first Russian restaurant in Moscow this year, lured by the potential of the country's 140 million population.... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=133 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=134 Talking about the Apple retail strategy of getting computer users to switch from PCs to Macs, Johnson said: "Our Apple stores are a magnet for switchers. About half the people who come into our retail locations are first-time Mac buyers."... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=134 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=132 Yum Brands Inc, owner of the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut fast-food chains, wants to have 1,000 restaurants in India generating sales of $1 billion by 2015, the head of its Indian operations said on Tuesday.... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=132 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=131 Papa John's announced its third quarter earnings yesterday, revealing ups and downs: For the period ending Sept. 27, quarter revenues were down, but net income for that period was way up. Same-store domestic sales were flat. ... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=131 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=130 Starbucks and business partner Scandinavian Service Partner (SSP) plan to open the coffee chain's first store in Sweden early next year, at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport.... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=130 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=129 Destination Maternity Corporation, the world`s leading maternity apparel retailer, announced its planned expansion into India.... Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=129 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=128 Improving service, innovating quickly and consistently, and staying "customer-centric" are the key priorities for McDonald's amid the recession, according to the fast-food giant's top executive.... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=128 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=125 The owners of Chicago-based Freshii have signed a master franchise agreement with Andreas Kotal, owner of Vienna, Austria's, Salad Room, to convert his existing restaurant into a Freshii location and expand the brand throughout Eastern Europe.... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=125 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=126 P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. today announced a development and license agreement with M.H. Alshaya, the Middle East's leading retailer, to develop 34 restaurants throughout the Middle East over the next 10 years. ... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=126 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=127 Pinkberry the frozen yogurt concept that launched amid a flurry of long lines, celebrity praise, and customers driving hours just to get a taste of the tangy yogurt at its original Los Angeles location when it opened in 2005. ... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=127 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=120 Hilton has entered the mid-market segment in the Middle East with the opening of Hilton Garden Inn in Riyadh. ... Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=120 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=121 "With more than half of the assets under management in regional Private Equity companies still un-invested, a limited number of deal flows and an overly-cautious capital, post-crisis survival will be challenging to many". Dr Karim El Solh, CEO... Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=121 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=122 California Pizza Kitchen has opened its seventh location in Mexico. The new restaurant opened by CPK franchise partner Grupo Calpik, S.A.P.I. de C.V., is the first to open in Cancun.... Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=122 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=123 Marriott International Inc. has signed two more hotel operating agreements in Eastern Europe, bringing the company's development pipeline in the region to 10 properties due to open through 2012.... Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=123 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=124 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation announced today that it has entered into a franchise development agreement with Dominspec, S.A. for the development of 14 Krispy Kreme shops over the next five years in the Dominican Republic. ... Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=124 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=115 Pizza Inn has opened its new restaurant in Muscat, Oman. The full-service buffet-style restaurant opens on the heels of the company's first location in Muscat, a delivery-carryout location, which opened in July 2009. ... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=115 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=116 The first Mo'men outlet started operations at the launch ceremony held in Sharjah. With an initial investment of 50m into the Mo'men UAE franchise Al Islami plans to open 20 outlets of Mo'men across the UAE in the next three years. ... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=116 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=117 British mother and baby products retailer Mothercare is accelerating its expansion in India with plans for 200 stores, double its original target. ... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=117 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=118 Rollins, Inc., a nationwide consumer services company announced today that the Company, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Orkin, has established a new international franchise in Cyprus. ... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=118 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=119 Al Aqili Group, a Dubai-based regional conglomerate, has bagged the Middle East master franchise for the United Kingdom-based fashion and lifestyle brand, Laura Ashley.... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=119 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=114 Office Depot, a leading global provider of office products and services, together with M.H. Alshaya Co., an international retailer, have concluded an agreement to sell office products and services under the Office Depot name. ... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=114 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=113 Dunkin' Donuts has secured agreements to open 480 coffee and baked goods shops in mainland China.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=113 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=112 Bahrain-based SunCity Ventures hosted popular Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor and signed a franchisee agreement to open The Yellow Chilli outlet in the kingdom.... Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=112 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=109 Dairy Queen opened its 200th location in China, and expects to open 500 more in that country in the next five years.... Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=109 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=110 The Chinese will be drinking New Zealand-roasted coffee following a deal done by the Kiwi owners of the Esquires coffee house franchise. ... Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=110 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=111 BKC strengthened the company's broad-based commitment to global restaurant growth and the continued delivery of a quality food experience that rivals casual dining at the official grand reopening of its new 20/20 restaurant design at Schiphol Airport... Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=111 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=107 Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s Fatburger unit opened its first Indonesia restaurant at Plaza Indonesia in Jakarta. ... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=107 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=108 Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh fruit arrangements, announced today the signing of a Master Franchisee agreement with Kemal and Emre Aydin.The brothers plan to develop 15 locations throughout Turkey. ... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=108 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=104 Home furnishings retailer Crate and Barrel announced today that it has entered into a franchise agreement with noted franchise specialist Al Tayer Group LLC to open stores in the Middle East in 2010. ... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=104 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=105 Shortly after signing a master franchise agreement for Slovakia, Mortimer English Club has announced that it has now signed a further contract for the Czech Republic. ... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=105 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=106 McDonald's (MCD) plans to open around 1,100 of McCafes across Europe. ... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=106 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=100 Hard Rock International is proud to announce the opening of the new Hard Rock Cafe Hyderabad on Monday, September 21, 2009.... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=100 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=101 California Pizza Kitchen, a USA-based casual restaurant franchise, is set to expand into India. ... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=101 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=102 Mrs. Fields Famous Brands, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, includes franchisors Mrs. Fields Cookies and TCBY. It has revealed expansion plans both domestically and abroad. ... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=102 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=103 Sweden's furniture giant is expanding in United Arab Emirates, with plans to open its biggest store in the Middle East on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, near emirate's Formula 1 racetrack. ... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=103 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=99 Nordsee, Europe's largest fish restaurant chain based in Bremerhaven, Germany, with over 400 outlets across Europe, has begun implementing its ambitious expansion plan for the MENA region by opening its first outlet in the region at The Dubai Mall.... Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=99 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=98 Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the only destination for authentic Hawaiian coffee and fresh smoothies on the Mainland, has expanded its worldwide 'Ohana (family) with new locations in Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Turkey.... Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=98 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=97 CKE Restaurants, Inc. has announced the opening of its first Carl's Jr. restaurant in Shanghai, China. This marks the first of more than 100 Carl's Jr. units planned over the next eight years. ... Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=97 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=94 The Australia-based speciality home retailing company Howards Storage World is to open a chain of stores across Britain and has awarded the master franchisee rights to a Scottish businessman.... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=94 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=95 Grandpolitan Sdn Bhd yesterday sealed an agreement with Romacorp Inc, the owner of Tony Roma's, the world's largest casual dining concept, to bring the famous American ribs to four countries in Asia.... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=95 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=96 C3 Brandworks' founder and Brand Communications Director, Cameron Clement conceived, created, and developed the Silver Joe's Coffee brand from the grounds up.... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=96 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=93 When Portuguese lifestyle brand Sacoor Brothers set up shop in Dubai a little over three years ago, its promoters and owners knew it was not going to be an easy market to break. ... Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=93 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=91 The first Taco Bell restaurant will open in Cyprus at the end of the year, probably at the MyMall in Limassol's Zakaki, making this the second European market to develop the brand after Spain.... Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=91 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=92 International restaurant chain Johnny Rockets announces its newest overseas location in the airport of United States Air Force Base, Ramstein, in Southern Germany. ... Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=92 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=89 Burger King on Friday categorically denied a report that it had signed a franchising deal in Russia.... Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=89 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=90 Kiwi baby gym business Jumping Beans is making the leap to Beijing on a one-year trial in a bid to hook an investor to help it expand. ... Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=90 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=88 Stratus Building Solutions, the St. Louis-based franchisor of branded building service and maintenance operations, has expanded to Europe by awarding a franchise in Kaunas, Lithuania. ... Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=88 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=87 CKE Restaurants Inc. today announced the opening of its first Carl's Jr. restaurant in Shanghai, China.... Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=87 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=85 Starbucks said Tuesday that it would acquire the 50 percent of its French operations that it did not already own from its partner in the joint venture, Grupo Vips, which will get exclusive franchise rights for the coffee chain in Spain and Portugal.... Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=85 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=86 Collective Brands Inc. and its Payless ShoeSource unit announced plans today for additional international expansion for the Payless retail chain. ... Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=86 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=83 MGM Mirage has entered into 10 franchising agreements to manage hotels overseas to help expand its international footprint and build revenue.... Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=83 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=84 Edible Arrangements, a USA-based company that sells hand-sculpted fresh fruit arrangements, has signed two Master Franchise agreements for Rome and Hong Kong. ... Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=84 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=81 Pho 24, a popular pho brand in Vietnam, will open its first restaurant in a shopping mall in London.... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=81 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=82 Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is planning to launch 30 Italian restaurants in Asia, with the first one set to open its doors in Hong Kong early next year. ... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=82 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=80 Krispy Kreme's new store is on Istanbul's Bagdat Avenue. It is the first of 25 Krispy Kreme shops planned to open over the next five years in Turkey.... Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=80 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=79 Linguaphone Group, global leaders in language training have signed two new Master Licensees in South-East Asia for the Group's character-based pre-school English language course, Pingu's English.... Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=79 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=78 Hilton (USA) Plans Hotels for Middle East & Africa - interview with Hilton Hotels' President Jean Paul Herzog.... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=78 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=77 Office Depot has opened its first store in the Middle East, as part of a planned expansion across the region.... Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=77 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=76 Brinker International, Inc., has entered into a development agreement with developer Trio's Group Ltd. to establish Chili's(R) Grill & Bar in Russia.... Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=76 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=75 FROOTS, a rapidly growing quick service food and smoothies franchise, has added David Rodgers and Gourmet Food General Trading LLC as their Master Franchisee for the United Arab Emirates and Oman. ... Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=75 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=74 Consolidated Restaurant Operations, Inc.(Dallas, Texas), which operates and franchises 140 full-service and casual dining restaurants encompassing eight different brands, has executed a 75 restaurant franchise agreement spanning 13 countries.... Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=74 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=72 Index Living Mall, the leading manufacturer and exporter of furniture products in Thailand, has officially opened its first full-scale franchise in the Middle East in Dubai.... Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=72 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=73 California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. announced an agreement today with new franchise partners JSM Corporation Pvt. Ltd. (JSM) and Daud Arabian Trading to expand into India.... Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=73 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=71 The Cereal Bowl, a USA-based cafe franchise, has signed a franchise agreement that will see the brand expand into Qatar and other regions of the Middle East. ... Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=71 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=70 Wyndham Hotel Group's second largest brand in China, Ramada Worldwide, has announced plans to increase its presence in China with the development of two new hotels in Chongqing.... Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=70 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=68 American ice cream chain Ben & Jerry's will begin operating in Australia in October when it opens a flagship outlet in Sydney.... Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=68 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=69 Choice Hotels India (CHI), which primarily works on the franchise model in India, is eyeing at balancing its portfolio in the country.... Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=69 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=66 Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd has doubled its forecast for annual profit growth, which it now expects to rise by as much as 30 per cent after strong sales. ... Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=66 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=67 NexCen Brands, Inc. announced the opening of the first Marble Slab Creamery franchised store in Asia.... Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=67 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=65 Organic pizza franchise kicks off international expansion with development deal in Saudi Arabia.... Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=65 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=63 Carlson Hotels Worldwide wasn't sitting on the sidelines in the second quarter. The Minneapolis, MN-based developer and franchise operator signed branding deals with 33 hotels in 13 countries.... Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=63 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=64 Williams-Sonoma today announced that it has entered into a multi-year franchise agreement with M.H. Alshaya Co., W.L.L. to launch the company's portfolio of brands in the Middle East.... Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=64 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=62 RE/MAX International, Inc., recently welcomed the countries of Colombia and Morocco to its growing global franchise network which now boasts offices in more than 70 countries.... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=62 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=61 Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC announced the signing of an exclusive 25-year master franchise agreement covering Lazio, Rome, with St. Peter - Real Estate s.r.l.... Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=61 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=60 Jan Pro, an international commercial cleaning franchise, is set to expand across Northern Ireland.... Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=60 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=59 Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh fruit arrangements, announced today the signing of two Master Franchisee agreements in Rome, Italy and Hong Kong.... Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=59 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=58 UNIGLOBE Travel International (Canada) is pleased to announce that B. D. Graiver Tourism Services Ltd of Haifa, Israel, and Egytrav of Cairo have joined the UNIGLOBE family as the newest Global Partner agencies, thereby strengthening its growing pres... Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=58 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=57 Steak Escape opened its second Middle East location in May, in the island country of Bahrain.... Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=57 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=56 Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS), the San Francisco retailer has signed a franchise agreement with Armin Systems Ltd. to open Gap stores in Thailand. ... Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=56 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=55 Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group (DTG), the US-based parent company of the Thrifty and Dollar Rent A Car brands, is expanding operations in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena).... Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=55 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=44 Shared Wendy's and Arby's restaurants will soon be cropping up all over the Middle East thanks to an agreement the parent company of the restaurant chains reached with a Saudi franchisee.... Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=44 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=43 Clementine Communications Candy Cakes, the London-based boutique cafe retreat specialising in bespoke and affordable cakes is to open its first international franchise in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in the second half of 2009.... Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=43 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=41 The Pizza Company, a part of Minor International's (MINT) Minor Food Group is set to enter the Indian market with their unique and exciting restaurant chain through the assistance of Franchise India International.... Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=41 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=42 Casual-dining restaurant leader Ruby Tuesday, Inc. today announced that it is continuing its aggressive growth in the Middle East with the awarding of franchise development rights for restaurants in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.... Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=42 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=40 RE/MAX International Inc., recently welcomed the Federative Republic of Brazil to its expanding list of international regions.... Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=40 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=39 Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the originator of the nutritional, fruit-based smoothie, has signed an agreement with the Amer Group to open at least 20 Smoothie King locations in Egypt and Turkey in the next few years. ... Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=39 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=38 The new Ushna Indian Restaurant was recently opened with a vibrant VIP reception at the acclaimed Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. ... Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=38 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=34 The RE/MAX system continues to grow at a record pace, as Ken Lim, broker/owner of RE/MAX Real Centre in Singapore, becomes the new Master Franchise regional owner and director, the company announced. ... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=34 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=35 The head of Hard Rock International announced the leisure firm was looking to expand its rock-and-roll themed hotel franchise across Asia despite the financial crisis. ... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=35 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=36 Australians' taste for Asian cuisine has inspired an established restaurant franchise in Japan to explore the Australian market as part of its international expansion. ... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=36 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=37 The Fort Lauderdale-based organic pizza maker said in a news release that its signed its first international franchise development agreement with Samir Food Co. Ltd. ... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=37 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=33 Sandler Training is pleased to announce the global expansion of its network into seven new regions: Central America, Germany, Singapore, Kenya, Romania, Saudi Arabia and South Africa. ... Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=33 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=32 Ruby Tuesday, a US-based restaurant chain, has signed a new franchise agreement with Global Brands Qatar. ... Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=32 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=28 RedBrick Pizza Worldwide, Inc. says today's soft economy is a great time to invest in a Master Developer Franchise.... Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=28 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=31 One business sector is booming in the recession - and the driving force behind this success is an army of hard-working franchisees.... Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=31 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=29 Istanbul location marks first in country for one of the world's largest casual dining brands.... Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=29 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=30 Hilton Hotels Corporation is proud to announce the opening of the Doubletree by Hilton Kosice, the first Doubletree by Hilton branded hotel in Eastern Europe.... Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=30 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=22 Coffee Franchise Gloria Jean's is opening its first store in the Czech Republic.... Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=22 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=24 UK-based global home furnishing retailer Habitat has planned to open stores in the Middle East and Russia this year.... Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=24 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=27 Gap, a retailer of apparel, accessories and personal care products, has announced a franchise agreement with Elbit Trade & Retail to bring Gap and Banana Republic stores to Israel.... Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=27 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=25 TaxAssist Accountants have now sold the Master Franchise Licence for the Republic of Ireland.... Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=25 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=20 When Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. began thinking about selling its glazed doughnuts internationally in 2001, analysts questioned how well the delicacy would go over with foreign consumers.... Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=20 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=26 On the heels of a recent opening at the Mall of Dubai, the world's largest mall, Uno Chicago Grill(R) continues its expansion into the Middle East with the opening of its first unit in Kuwait.... Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=26 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=23 The Taste Department has signed licensing agreements for The Noodle House brand in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.... Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=23 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=19 Business integrity, community service and support for other women entrepreneurs has landed Sue Olson, executive director of Kidzart in Traverse City Michigan, the Salute! to Women in Business award. ... Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=19 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=18 The West Oahu restaurant, scheduled to open in Kapolei Commons in 2010, will be about 5,200 square feet, and the Hilo location at Prince Kuhio Plaza has a target opening date of 2012... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=18 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=17 Teriyaki Experience, an international Asian-inspired quick-serve concept with over 120 restaurants, recognized for being the healthy alternative to traditional fast food, announces the opening of its newest Egypt location in Cairo.... Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=17 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=21 UK based nursery retail franchise Mamas & Papas has signed a franchise agreement that will see 30 outlets open in Russia.... Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=21 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=16 Choice Hotels is proud to announce that for the second time, it has been named by National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI) as one of the top 50 franchises for minorities. ... Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=16 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=15 Beautiful Brands International (BBI) announced today an agreement with Tulsa-based Daylight Donut Flour Company, parent company of Dixie Cream Donuts, to franchise and market the Dixie Cream Donuts brand.... Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=15 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=14 Multi-Year Agreements Include Opening of Minimum of 160 Stores Global Pipeline Increases to 394 Stores.... Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=14 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=13 Texas Chicken, the international brand of Atlanta-based Church?s Chicken, opened its first restaurant in India.... Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=13 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=12 Debenhams opens seven new stores in the UK, and 10 international franchise stores.... Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=12 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=11 The worldwide chain of McDonald's fast food restaurants plans to invest around US $1 bn into developing its franchises in Europe next year, the Reuters newswire reported.... Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=11 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=6 Hardee's, a USA based burger restaurant chain, has signed franchise agreements to open 25 outlets in Pakistan over the next five years. ... Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=6 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=3 Quiznos, one of the nation's fastest growing quick service restaurant chains, announced that it will significantly expand its international restaurant operations.... Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=3 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=7 Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that C.S. McClellan Real Estate, in Pelham, N.Y., has joined its luxury real estate network.... Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=7 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=10 Researchers estimate Australia and New Zealand to have 700 and 300 franchise systems with 51,000 and 14,000 franchised units, respectively.... Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=10 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=4 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. gained the most market value during the second quarter among the 50 companies measured in the Rosenberg Center Franchise 50 Index.... Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=4 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=5 Domino Pizza, the international fast food pizza delivery franchise is planning to add another 300 odd outlets in the country by end of 2010-11.... Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=5 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=8 The United States arm of Australian franchise success story ecowash mobile predicts it will have 1000 cars on the road within two years.... Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=8 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=2 Ready-Steady-Move is a fun, energetic, educational franchise for children that builds physical strength, flexibility and coordination while teaching vocabulary, sentence structure and pronunciation of... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=2 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=9 Nearly three years ago, Cold Stone Creamery initiated an international expansion, spreading the love of super-premium ice cream across oceans.... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=9 http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news-article.php?nid=1 Low-Calorie Dessert With New York Roots Is Going International.... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/franchise-news.php?ev_id=1