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Subway opens more than 400 locations in August, September

October 2, 2011

Throughout August and September, the Subway restaurant chain opened more than 400 new locations in 44 countries, 36 states and seven Canadian provinces.

This tally brings the total number of Subway units to just over 35,300 in 98 countries, further solidifying its spot as the biggest restaurant chain in the world.

Development milestones for the 2-month period include: 400 restaurants in Kentucky, 800 in Georgia, and 35,000 locations worldwide, which was achieved just in time for the chain's 46th anniversary.

During this time, the chain also announced the opening of five new Subway "Eco-Restaurants." Now with a total of 14 such locations, each are designed with environmentally friendly elements to reduce energy, water and waste consumption in cost effective ways.

"All of these new eco-restaurants reflect the brand's commitment to social responsibility and sustainability," said Elizabeth Stewart, who heads the chain's corporate social responsibility efforts. "We have made a commitment to make our restaurants and operations more environmentally responsible. As the largest restaurant chain in the world, in terms of number of locations, we know we can make a real difference and are working towards that goal."

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