International Franchising News & Media
KFC bows out of Syria due to war, operational hurdles
November 6, 2013
KFC closed its Damascus franchise in October, citing "operational difficulties" driven by the country's ongoing civil war and food shortages. According to the…
read nowMcDonald's outlines Sochi Olympics sponsorship plans
October 31, 2013
McDonald's began its 100-day countdown this week for the Sochi (Russia) 2014 Olympic Winter Games, and also released some information about its sponsorship…
read nowDunkin' Brands promotes presidents to accelerate global growth
October 31, 2013
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced that it is expanding the roles of Paul Twohig, president, Dunkin…
read nowMcDonald's Canada introduces e-books through Happy Meal app
October 31, 2013
McDonald's Canada announced that it will offer books in its Happy Meals at participating restaurants for a two-week promotion starting Nov. 1, while supplies…
read nowBurger King Q3 momentum comes from international growth
October 29, 2013
Burger King Worldwide reported financial results for Q3 earlier this week, which included strong momentum from international markets and a social lift from the…
read nowDairy Queen debuts in Costa Rica
October 29, 2013
The Dairy Queen system has opened its first two DQ Treat stores in Costa Rica, marking the 21st country for the brand.
read nowIFA names International Affairs director to help with global expansion
October 29, 2013
Josh Merin has been named director of International Affairs for the International Franchise Association, a new position where he will help IFA members explore…
read nowWendy's franchisee plans to triple footprint in Philippines
October 29, 2013
The Wendy's franchisee for the Philippine market is planning to triple its store count within the next two-plus years. According to Business World, Wenphil…
read nowMcDonald's, KFC earn points for 'simplicity'
October 28, 2013
A new report from brand strategy firm Siegel + Gale outlines the impact of simplicity on a brand's revenue, loyalty and innovation. For the purpose of the…
read nowBurger King plans entry into India
October 25, 2013
Reports have surfaced about Burger King's planned entry into India, one of the fastest-growing markets in the world. A story in the India Times said the brand…
read nowSubway Canada hits 3,000-unit milestone
October 24, 2013
The Subway restaurant chain has reached the milestone of 3,000 open and operating locations throughout Canada. The landmark restaurant, which is open 24 hours…
read nowBarfresh gains rights to supply ready-to-blend beverages in new global markets
October 23, 2013
Barfresh Food Group Inc., a marketer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, including smoothies, shakes and frappes, has acquired the exclusive worldwide…
read nowKrispy Kreme plans Taiwan debut in December
October 23, 2013
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts plans to debut in Taiwan in December. Focus Taiwan's news site reports that the brand's Facebook page posted: "Coming to Taipei in…
read nowYum! Brands plans $10B investment in emerging markets
October 22, 2013
Yum! Brands has announced the opening of its 40,000th restaurant, a flagship KFC store in Goa, India. The company expects to have $1 billion in system sales in…
read nowQuiznos plans 70 restaurants in the Middle East
October 21, 2013
Following its recent expansion into Mexico and Russia, Quiznos has turned its attention on the United Arab Emirates through an agreement with new franchisee…
read nowCarl's Jr. adds delivery in Thailand market
October 21, 2013
Carl's Jr. Thailand has teamed up with foodpanda, an online food delivery service. The new collaboration started with all restaurants in Bangkok before…
read nowSnacking daypart opportunities vary across the globe
October 17, 2013
How and when consumers eat and drink between meals varies in Brazil, Russia, India, Mexico and China, as well as the U.S., according to a new study from The…
read nowRita's opens first international outlet
October 17, 2013
Rita's Italian Ice has opened its first international outlet in the Nanshan District in Shenzhen, China.
read nowDoc Popcorn awards first international franchise in Mexico
October 16, 2013
Doc Popcorn has announced its first expansion abroad through the signing of a 60-unit agreement in Mexico.
read nowMiddleby Corporation adds to India portfolio with acquisition
October 16, 2013
The Middleby Corporation has announced the acquisition of commercial refrigeration and foodservice products business Celfrost Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
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