Franchising

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Greene King signs Coffee Republic franchise deal

Coffee Republic has signed its first “Coffee Republic Served Here” franchise agreement with brewer and pub operator Greene King
Posted: 01 June 2007 | 13:23

Continent Hotels & Resorts plan Europe and Asia expansion

Turkish hotel group, Continent Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to expand throughout Europe, India and China.
Posted: 15 May 2007 | 14:35

Coffee Republic signs Dorset franchise deal as finance director quits

Coffee Republic logoCoffee Republic has reached an agreement with CR Dorset granting the retailer the exclusive development franchise for the South-coast territory.
Posted: 10 May 2007 | 13:45

InterContinental to offer franchising and other international news

Essential news from around the world, including: Delaware North appoints corporate executive chef; Starwood to enter Tibet; Hilton to expand in the Middle East; McDonald’s sees strong Q1 results...
Posted: 30 April 2007 | 10:24

McDonald’s Japan enjoys highest sales in 36-year history

McDonald’s Japanese franchise chain McDonald's Holdings Co Japan has reported the highest level of sales in the company's 36-year history.
Posted: 16 April 2007 | 15:50

Hamburger Union unveils first overseas franchise deal

Hamburger Union, Dean Street, LondonHamburger Union has unveiled details of its first overseas franchise deal, signing an agreement to open 10 sites in the Gulf region over the next five years.
Posted: 05 April 2007 | 13:15

Coffee Republic to raise more funds to support franchising plan

Coffee Republic logoCoffee bar chain Coffee Republic has gone back to the stock market in the hope of raising a further £707,000 to fund the expansion of its brand with the recruitment of a network of franchisees.
Posted: 03 April 2007 | 10:08

Papa Johns sets 100-store target for expansion

Papa Johns, the US pizza franchise, has revealed plans to expand the number of outlets in the UK to 100 by the end of the year.
Posted: 30 March 2007 | 12:47

Hilton to introduce new hotel brands into the UK - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say

weekend papersA round-up of the weekend's news affecting the hospitality industry. News includes: London’s Blakes hotel looks to international expansion; M&B facing hostile takeover bid; Rocco sells Cardiff St David’s Hotel and more...
Posted: 19 March 2007 | 09:33

Kew Green Hotels signs Holiday Inn franchise deal with InterContinental

Holiday InnKew Green Hotels (KGH) has signed a franchise agreement with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), which will see 11 Courtyard by Marriott sites rebranded as Holiday Inns.
Posted: 21 February 2007 | 14:47

Domino’s Pizza to focus on business relationship with franchisees as sales continue to soar

Domino's PizzaDomino’s Pizza plans to focus on franchise management in 2007, as it works on increasing the numbers of stores owned by individual franchisees.
Posted: 20 February 2007 | 14:36

EasyHotel to open Luton property

Stelios outside EasyHotelBudget hotel chain EasyHotel has announced plans to open a 58-room property in Luton.
Posted: 06 February 2007 | 09:55

Coffee Republic signs first international master franchise

Coffee Republic logoCoffee Republic has signed its first international master franchise in Bulgaria, as the company’s new management team realign the business.
Posted: 21 December 2006 | 10:32

Coffee Republic signs new franchises

Coffee Republic logoCoffee Republic, the coffee and deli bar operator, has signed two new regional development franchises.
Posted: 04 December 2006 | 13:22

How to buy a franchise

Deborah WyattFranchising offers security and a ready-made concept for budding businesspeople who want to work for themselves. Deborah Wyatt from Business Link provides guidance on how to buy a franchise.
Posted: 24 October 2006 | 00:00

Whitbread sells Pizza Hut stake to partner Yum! Restaurants

Whitbread logoWhitbread has sold its 50% stake in Pizza Hut UK to American group Yum! Restaurants for £112m.
Posted: 31 July 2006 | 15:27

Soup Kitchen International plans UK invasion

Soup KitchenThe man who inspired the no-nonsense “Soup Nazi” character in the US sitcom Seinfeld is bringing his broths to Britain.
Posted: 18 July 2006 | 12:51

Is McDonald's still lovin' it?

McDonald's is struggling to satisfy its UK market - but can it now rekindle the love affair by returning to its core product? Rosalind Mullen reports
Posted: 01 June 2006 | 00:00

Michels plans £1b hotel fund - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say

weekend papersA round-up of the weekend news affecting the hospitality industry. News includes: GI Partners buys Noble House Leisure restaurants; Punch to sell 35 gastro-pubs; UK wine sales flatten; McDonald’s to refocus on burgers; Benjys accused of misleading franchisees
Posted: 22 May 2006 | 11:20

Franchise agreements

Before taking on a franchise, the wise investor will know what to look for in an agreement with the franchisor. David Morrison outlines some key points
Posted: 18 May 2006 | 00:00

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