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Blaze Fast Fire'd (US) Opens in Vancouver, Canada

Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza will open a Vancouver open-kitchen store Monday in the Granville Entertainment District, a news release said.

Burger King (US) Looks to Expand in sub-Saharan Africa

World's second-largest burger chain sees 'huge opportunity' in countries including Nigeria.

Delifrance (France) to Expand its Presence in Sri Lanka

Softlogic Holdings PLC plans to open two more new Delifrance outlets including a bakery by mid next year with the aim to popularise the brand in the Sri Lankan market, contemplating future expansions across the island.

K1 Speed (US) Expands into Europe with France Location

The world's premier indoor electric karting operator, K1 Speed, is thrilled to announce today its expansion into the European market with the opening of K1 Speed Lyon in France on Friday, October 12.

Shake Shack (US) to Launch the First Shack in Singapore in 2019

After announcing that flagship locations will open next year in Shanghai and Manila, plans are now underway for Shake Shack and partner SPC Group to launch the first Shack in Singapore in 2019.

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O Boticario (Brazil) Enters UAE Beauty Market

O Boticario, the largest fragrance player in Brazil, has opened its first international Amphora concept store at City Centre Mirdif, Dubai.

Dr. Vranjes Firenze (Italy) to Open First Flagship Store in the Middle East

Luxury brand to debut in Kuwait in partnership with Alshaya.

KX Pilates (Australia) Opens First International Studio

Award winning Australian fitness franchise, KX Pilates has this week celebrated two significant milestones with the opening of its 50th studio location in Hobart and the brand's first international studio in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Ziebart (US) Has Growth in U.S. Stores Opening and International Franchise Sales

Ziebart International Corporation has two new master license agreements, in addition to another U.S. license agreement, three U.S. store openings, and two U.S. expansions.

BGF Retail (South Korea) Opens 6 CU Outlets in Mongolia

Korea's top convenience store operator BGF Retail on Aug. 23 announced that it has opened six new CU outlets in Mangolia, including the first at Shangri-La Hotel in Ulaanbaatar.

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Oyo Hotels (India) to Increase the Number of its Hotels in UAE

Indian hospitality brand Oyo Hotels will create over 10,000 jobs in the UAE within the next three years as it aims to expand its footprint across all emirates and will also open a training facility in the country, a senior executive said.

MindChamps (Singapore) Awards Malaysia Master Franchise

MindChamps PreSchool has signed Malaysian education group Victoria Education as a master franchisee, marking the Singapore early education group's first expansion across the Causeway.

Marriott International (US) Expects to Expand its Portfolio in the UAE

Marriott International continues to reinforce its position as a leading hospitality company in the UAE with the expected addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years.

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Reliance FM (UAE) Continues International Expansion

In May of 2018, we had the official signing of our second global franchise in Doha, Qatar.

N-Hance Wood Refinishing (US) Awards South Africa Master Franchise

N-Hance Wood Refinishing Franchise Announces Master Franchise Agreement in South Africa.

Hyatt Hotels (US) Signs Greece's First Grand Hyatt

Hyatt Hotels signed a franchise agreement with Henderson Park and Hines to open the Greece's first Grand Hyatt hotel.

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VeganBurg (US) Plans to Franchise in Indonesia

Vegan fast-food chain VeganBurg announced this week its plan to franchise its concept in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters (Canada) Announces International Expansion

Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters, Canada's largest chicken quick serve restaurant, is expanding operations internationally.

ICONS Coffee Couture (Germany) Adding Nearly 50 Stores in the GCC

Icons Coffee Couture signs with ABL Limited Company an exclusive Country Development Agreement for Kuwait and therewith completes the list of its Franchised Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council.

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Why Are International Franchise Brands Focusing on Southeast Asia?

10 Regional Factors Why International Franchise Brands Are Focusing on Development in Southeast Asia

Top tips on what franchisors should consider when expanding internationally

There are many reasons why franchisors consider international expansion, such as increased profitability, growth, brand equity and more. However, before taking the first step for expansion, there are items the franchisor should consider.

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FOOD FRANCHISE NEWS

Blaze Fast Fire'd (US) Opens in Vancouver, Canada

Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza will open a Vancouver open-kitchen store Monday in the Granville Entertainment District, a news release said.

Burger King (US) Looks to Expand in sub-Saharan Africa

World's second-largest burger chain sees 'huge opportunity' in countries including Nigeria.

Delifrance (France) to Expand its Presence in Sri Lanka

Softlogic Holdings PLC plans to open two more new Delifrance outlets including a bakery by mid next year with the aim to popularise the brand in the Sri Lankan market, contemplating future expansions across the island.

K1 Speed (US) Expands into Europe with France Location

The world's premier indoor electric karting operator, K1 Speed, is thrilled to announce today its expansion into the European market with the opening of K1 Speed Lyon in France on Friday, October 12.

Shake Shack (US) to Launch the First Shack in Singapore in 2019

After announcing that flagship locations will open next year in Shanghai and Manila, plans are now underway for Shake Shack and partner SPC Group to launch the first Shack in Singapore in 2019.

MORE FOOD FRANCHISE NEWS

RETAIL PRODUCTS FRANCHISE NEWS

O Boticario (Brazil) Enters UAE Beauty Market

O Boticario, the largest fragrance player in Brazil, has opened its first international Amphora concept store at City Centre Mirdif, Dubai.

Dr. Vranjes Firenze (Italy) to Open First Flagship Store in the Middle East

Luxury brand to debut in Kuwait in partnership with Alshaya.

KX Pilates (Australia) Opens First International Studio

Award winning Australian fitness franchise, KX Pilates has this week celebrated two significant milestones with the opening of its 50th studio location in Hobart and the brand's first international studio in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Ziebart (US) Has Growth in U.S. Stores Opening and International Franchise Sales

Ziebart International Corporation has two new master license agreements, in addition to another U.S. license agreement, three U.S. store openings, and two U.S. expansions.

BGF Retail (South Korea) Opens 6 CU Outlets in Mongolia

Korea's top convenience store operator BGF Retail on Aug. 23 announced that it has opened six new CU outlets in Mangolia, including the first at Shangri-La Hotel in Ulaanbaatar.

MORE RETAIL PRODUCTS FRANCHISE NEWS

RETAIL SERVICES FRANCHISE NEWS

Oyo Hotels (India) to Increase the Number of its Hotels in UAE

Indian hospitality brand Oyo Hotels will create over 10,000 jobs in the UAE within the next three years as it aims to expand its footprint across all emirates and will also open a training facility in the country, a senior executive said.

MindChamps (Singapore) Awards Malaysia Master Franchise

MindChamps PreSchool has signed Malaysian education group Victoria Education as a master franchisee, marking the Singapore early education group's first expansion across the Causeway.

Marriott International (US) Expects to Expand its Portfolio in the UAE

Marriott International continues to reinforce its position as a leading hospitality company in the UAE with the expected addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years.

MORE RETAIL SERVICES FRANCHISE NEWS

SERVICE & B2B NEWS

Reliance FM (UAE) Continues International Expansion

In May of 2018, we had the official signing of our second global franchise in Doha, Qatar.

N-Hance Wood Refinishing (US) Awards South Africa Master Franchise

N-Hance Wood Refinishing Franchise Announces Master Franchise Agreement in South Africa.

Hyatt Hotels (US) Signs Greece's First Grand Hyatt

Hyatt Hotels signed a franchise agreement with Henderson Park and Hines to open the Greece's first Grand Hyatt hotel.

MORE SERVICE & B2B FRANCHISE NEWS

PRESS RELEASES

VeganBurg (US) Plans to Franchise in Indonesia

Vegan fast-food chain VeganBurg announced this week its plan to franchise its concept in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters (Canada) Announces International Expansion

Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters, Canada's largest chicken quick serve restaurant, is expanding operations internationally.

ICONS Coffee Couture (Germany) Adding Nearly 50 Stores in the GCC

Icons Coffee Couture signs with ABL Limited Company an exclusive Country Development Agreement for Kuwait and therewith completes the list of its Franchised Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council.

MORE PRESS RELEASES

FRANCHISE BLOG

Why Are International Franchise Brands Focusing on Southeast Asia?

10 Regional Factors Why International Franchise Brands Are Focusing on Development in Southeast Asia

Top tips on what franchisors should consider when expanding internationally

There are many reasons why franchisors consider international expansion, such as increased profitability, growth, brand equity and more. However, before taking the first step for expansion, there are items the franchisor should consider.

Opportunities in the MENA Region

Why Southeast Asian Brands Should Consider Development in the MENA Region.

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