http://www.arabianfranchise.com Franchise information in the middle east region. en-us http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcoffee-house-brews-up-big-franchise-deal-in-china The Chinese will be drinking New Zealand-roasted coffee following a deal done by the Kiwi owners of the Esquires coffee house franchise. Brothers Stuart and Lewis Deeks own the Canadian-developed coffee house franchise for everywhere outside of Europe and North America, and have expanded from New Zealand to the Middle East, Fiji and India. Now they have sold the master franchise for China to a l... 2010-02-04 14:58:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postyum-thailand-buys-back-pizza-hut-franchise-rights-from-central-restaurant-group After taking over its Pizza Hut business from Central Restaurant Group (CRG) in April, Yum Restaurants International (Thailand) Co has accelerated its expansion target to aim for 200 outlets within three years, two years ahead of a previous plan. ... 2010-02-04 15:10:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postabu-dhabi-to-get-four-new-trade-shows Nexus Global Events has contracted more than 40,000 square foot of exhibition space at Abu Dhabi’s National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The company has earmarked four B2B trade shows up to May 2010, eyeing participants from more than 35 countries. ... 2010-02-04 15:19:35 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbaskin-robbins-middle-east-history-of-baskin-robbins Baskin Robbins ice cream chain in the world. Has a lot of truth, with the support of various age groups. Baskin Robbins ice cream products, smoothies, pancakes, drinks, sand and pastels, which has a lot of truth, with all categories of food-based products. But as was the Baskin Robbins in the eyes of the people and became the flavor of the language. Baskin Robbins was founded by two men with hard... 2010-02-04 15:20:44 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postal-farooj-invests-dhs30-million-into-aggressive-gcc-wide ... 2010-02-05 07:57:39 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postair-arabia-is-ready-to-grow ... 2010-02-05 08:02:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaccor-reviews-core-business-split ... 2010-02-05 09:10:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postal-tayer-group-to-launch-crate-and-barrels-first-stores-outside-north-america ... 2010-02-05 09:14:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthai-home-furnishing-brand-index-living-mall-expands-in-middle-east-begins-with-dubai-sanveer-gill-believes-that-the-economic-downturn-will-not-affect-consumer-spending-on-home-furnishings With many of us tightening our belts and with less money to spend on lei... 2010-02-05 09:21:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postauthentic-cuban-cuisine-comes-to-beirut World renowned Cuban r... 2010-02-05 09:23:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-attracts-interest-from-thai-franchise-brands Many Thai businesses are eager to open franchised outlets in Dubai, as they have seen business opportunities beckoning in the Middle East emirate, particularly during the global economic crisis. Two well-known Thai brands to appear this year on franchised outlets in Dubai are Mango Tree and Thai Privilege Spa. Suthidej Chirathivat, who started both the Zen chain of Japanese rest... 2010-02-05 09:26:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postms-plans-fail-to-satisfy-companys-investors Marks & Spencer’s plans for the future, including a move into online food sales, disappointed investors yesterday UK retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) announced at yesterday’s investor day that it planned to save £250m (€268.6m) a year through an overhaul of its supply chain and IT systems, according to The Financial Times (FT). It also revealed its intention to take foo... 2010-02-05 09:28:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmadame-launches-new-store-at-ambala-targets-100-stores-by-2010 Aug 18, 2009 Madame, the brand of women western wear, has announced the launch of its new store at Ambala, Haryana. The store, which is spread over 1,200 sq ft, offers a wide range of latest collections in womenswear. With the new addition, Madame has 55 exclusive stores in India and is targeting 100 stores by 2010, which will be a mix of company-owned and franchised stores. ... 2010-02-05 09:31:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbata-unveils-autumnwinter-%e2%80%9909-collection ... 2010-02-05 09:31:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmaking-franchising-work How to Make a Franchise Partnership Work (These are just guidelines) When you buy a franchise, you agree to partner with the franchise system and the corporate office. Your franchise agreement puts you in a shared ownership position of the name and operational systems the franchise has developed. When you buy your franchise with a partner, you have a whole other set of... 2010-02-05 09:34:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmatalan-takes-a-step-into-the-uae The UK's number one value department store opens its first outlet at the Arabian Center Mall in Dubai Dubai, September 10, 2009: Matalan, the United Kingdom's number one value department store, has opened its doors in the UAE. The leading fashion and home ware retail chain launched its first store in the UAE at the Arabian Center Mall today. The store was officially inaugurat... 2010-02-05 09:36:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-gucci-and-yves-saint-laurent-alum-and-runway-favorite-to-create-innovative-international-music-programming-for-w-hotels September 14, 2009 // Franchising.com // NEW YORK, NY - W Hotels Worldwide, the industry innovator, today announces the appointment of renowned international music expert Michaelangelo L'Acqua as W Hotels' first ever Global Music Director. In this role, L'Acqua will serve as a strategic advisor for the W brand, strengthening W Hotels' presence within the music community in new and exciting ways, i... 2010-02-05 09:37:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbig-money-in-budget-buys ... 2010-02-05 09:38:11 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-eastern-clothing-franchise-prepares-to-conquer-eastern-europe 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. In a playing field already flooded with some of the biggest names from Europe and around the world, Sacoor Brothers, although already a household name in ... 2010-02-05 09:39:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmideasts-largest-ikea-to-open-in-abu-dhabi Swedish 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 Doron Peskin Published: 09.28.09, 19:17 / ... 2010-02-05 09:42:47 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postburberrys-first-half-wholesale-revenue-down-23 First half highlights Retail revenue up 14% underlying (up 27% reported), with comparable store sales growth of 2% (Q2 up 5%) Europe and Asia up double-digit United ... 2010-02-05 09:43:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmuscle-beach%c2%ae-launches-personal-training-division FranchiseWorks.com | Muscle Beach® Launches Personal Training Division. Muscle Beach®, the fitness ... 2010-02-05 09:46:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmuscle-beach%c2%ae-launches-sports-nutrition-division Muscle Beach®, the fitness brand based on the Santa Monica, California venue that launched the fitness movement, has added a sports nutrition division to its growing portfolio of fitness businesses. Wilbraham, MA, October 02, 2009 -- Muscle Beach®, the fitness brand based on the Santa Monica, California venue that launched the fitness movement, has added a sports nutrition di... 2010-02-05 09:46:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postralcadd-centre-ties-up-with-syscoms-to-launch-new-franchise-centre-in-qatar Qatar : India-based, CADD Centre Limited, one of Asia’s largest training institutes for computer aided design (CAD), computer aided engineering (CAE), and programme & project management (PPM) products, has signed up a partnership with Syscoms Information Tec... 2010-02-05 09:46:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcarluccios-sees-successful-year-italian-eatery-chain%c2%a0 Carluccio’s has delivered a “robust” ... 2010-02-05 09:47:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdates-prunes-or-curry-to-break-the-fast ... 2010-02-05 09:50:37 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnatuzzi-promotes-from-within Leather upholstery retailer franchise Na... 2010-02-05 09:51:51 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnestle-toll-house-cafe-views-canada-middle-east-as-priority-growth-markets Nestle Toll House Cafe views Canada, Middle East as priority growth markets 10 Aug 2009 Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip, a dessert café and bakery, is offering exclusive master franchising opportunities and area developer franchise agreements in Canada and the Middle East. The franchise system is currently operating in the United States and Puerto Rico. "To fulfill our intern... 2010-02-05 09:55:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnew-bahrain-firms-eyes-food-franchise-market by Elsa Baxter This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it  on Wednesday, 23 December 2009 Bahrain’s Global Banking Corporation has established... 2010-02-05 09:56:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdiscovery-dines-at-pilots-mid-east-cafe Discovery Asia has picked up the latest in Pilot ... 2010-02-05 09:58:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posteducate-inc-selling-european-tutoring-business ... 2010-02-05 10:02:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnexcen-brands-announces-opening-of-first-shoebox-new-yorkr-store-in-the-middle-east ... 2010-02-05 10:03:07 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posteuropcar-launches-new-location-pages Europcar, the UK’s leading vehicle hire company, has announced that it has revamped its website by enhancing their location based pages throughout the site. This update will provide customers with... 2010-02-05 10:05:45 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postoffice-depot-launches-back-to-school-collection Office Depot Inc., a successful and flourishing global supplier of office products, played its unique and exciting 'Win Your Steps' game at The Avenues Mall inviting all kids visiting the mall to enjoy an evening filled with fun, entertainment and great prizes out of the new Office Depot Back To School collection. Children of all age groups gathered around the big and colorful playing fie... 2010-02-05 10:07:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postexclusive-dubai-world-hands-hotels-to-istithmar ... 2010-02-05 10:09:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postoffice-depot-to-expand-in-middle-east Tajikistan News.Net Friday 21st August, 2009 The IT and stationery supplier has begun trading from its first store which has opened in Kuwait. The 900 square metre store is a joint venture with franchise operator MH Alshaya Co, and stocks general office supplies, computer supplies, business machines and related supplies, and offi... 2010-02-05 10:09:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfatburger-to-expand-within-canada ... 2010-02-05 10:11:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpathetic-medic-announces-national-expansion POTTSTOWN — Jim and Kim Hess, owners of Pathetic Medic in Pottstown, have announced the hiring of Patrick Ludwick as vice president. The couple also announced that they plan to take their business national with the help of Ludwick, an international franchise veteran. "Pathetic Medic management and franchisees are thrilled that Patrick Ludwick joins our company as... 2010-02-05 10:12:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfirst-arab-western-style-speciality-coffee-shop-chain-opens-in-uae UAE. Syria’s favourite specialty coffee chain, Inhouse Coffee, a member of the Specialty Coffee American Association (SCAA) has opened its first outlet in the UAE in Sharjah’s Sahara Centre. ... 2010-02-05 10:13:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfitness-franchising-company-snap-fitness-ranks-in-top-20-of-inc-500-growth-is-a-%e2%80%98snap%e2%80%99-for-world%e2%80%99s-fastest-growing-fitness-franchise (Make it Relevant to India, Remove External Links as in those other than Way2Franchise.com and FranchiseExpo.in) ... 2010-02-05 10:15:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfood-and-beverages-%e2%80%93-br-and-its-ice-cream-parlours-in-middle-east Baskin Robbins is known for its 31 flavors around the world. They are known as world’s largest ice cream parlour as well first ice cream maker. They have all time favorite ice cream flavors, famous around the world. ... 2010-02-05 10:16:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfroots-to-begin-franchising-in-the-uae-and-oman 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. ... 2010-02-05 10:17:22 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgap-heads-to-china-and-sets-up-online-uk-store ... 2010-02-05 10:22:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postprovogue-looks-for-franchise-partner Provogue India plans to enter the Middle E... 2010-02-05 10:25:27 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postge-oil-gas-and-al-shaheen-energy-services-sign-strategic-partnership-agreements ... 2010-02-05 10:27:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgood-service-is-important Authorities in Sharjah are acting to ensure that taxi drivers meet necessary standards The recent move by the authorities in Sharjah to discipline taxi drivers is welcome. Setting standards for the services provided by taxis is important. The Quality Control Department at Sharjah Transport (ST) has acted by firing some taxi drivers and placing a number of others under investigation due to recurrin... 2010-02-05 10:31:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postroyal-club-scene-extends-to-abu-dhabi A favourite watering hole for Princes William and Harry, Mahiki is set to extend its franchise to the Middle East with a club already planned for Abu Dhabi. ... 2010-02-05 10:32:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postharrahs-sets-sights-on-eastern-europe Harrah's Entertainment Inc. this week disclosed its interest in managing a casino in Slovakia, part of the gambling company's ongoing search for low-cost expansion in Eastern Europe. The Las Vegas-based company has signed a non-binding letter of intent with TriGranit, a Hungarian developer, to manage casinos and hotels that would be part of a $2 billion mixed development known as "Metropolis" outs... 2010-02-05 10:34:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postholiday-inn-express-to-start-saudi-roll-out%c2%a0 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. The three new hotels w... 2010-02-05 10:35:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postruby-tuesday-franchise-expands-in-middle-east-and-uk Also launches international franchising for Wok Hay, Asian Casual Dining Franchise Ruby Tuesday, a casual dining chain, has entered into new international franchise agreements for the development of its brand in the Middle East and the UK. The company has also granted franchise rights for Wok Hay,... 2010-02-05 10:36:03 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthow-long-would-one-have-to-work-to-pay-for-a-big-mac-at-mcdonald%e2%80%99s ... 2010-02-05 10:41:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postshake-shack-to-add-more-nyc-other-locations David Swinghamer, formerly President of USHG’s Growth Division, has been named CEO of Shake Shack. In this new fulltime role, David will have the opportunity to focus solely on Shake Shack and to lead this division of USHG into an entirely new era. David remains a Senior Managing Partner at USHG. Randy Garutti, previously Man... 2010-02-05 10:41:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postink-refilling-a-promising-franchise%c2%a0 MANILA, Philippines - There was a time when the idea of computer printer ink refilling was frowned upon because of crude system employed by refillers. Some 12 millio... 2010-02-05 10:44:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postkarl-kruse-chontel-sign-franchise-agreement Karl Kruse, German distributor of electronic components, and Chrontel, a manufacturer of TV and HDTV encoders, have signed a franchise agreement for Europe and the Middle East. Karl Kruse will take over marketing and distribution of the entire Chrontel produ... 2010-02-05 10:47:15 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postshop-direct-plans-franchise-deal-to-bring-woolworths-back-from-the-dead LONDON Cash-poor in life, Woolworths has in death become rich in imitators with two new versions opening up this year. Now the owner of the Woolworths brand is believed to be looking to relaunch stores on the UK high street. The final Woolworths closed in January after an estimated £385m debt drove the company in... 2010-02-05 10:50:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlandmark-of-dubai-may-have-abandoned-hotel-plan-for-india Mumbai: Landmark Group, the Dubai based retail giant which runs the Lifestyle stores in India, ha... 2010-02-05 10:52:29 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlaura-ashley-enters-middle-east-home-furnishings-and-interiors-market Laura Ashley Home, the popular UK-based brand with 50 years of heritage in innovation of designs, patterns, fabrics, textures and a renowned global name in home décor today announced foraying into the Middle East home furnishings and interiors market in par... 2010-02-05 11:00:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsimply-tomatoes-gourmet-food-supplier-expands-thanks-to-franchise-stores Marilyn Lanyon first took the plunge into exporting in 2002. But after trialling her green tomatoes products on a number of international palettes, it’s the Middle East that is proving to be her recipe for success. When Marilyn Lanyon first started selling her green tomatoes at local farmers’ markets in 1978, the Middle East was a far and distant place. A farmer in the Victorian region of Boo... 2010-02-05 11:07:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlaura-ashley-hit-by-forex-losses LONDON: Laura Ashley Holdings plc has chalked up a resilient performance against the backdrop of a weak economy, with a pre-tax profit of £1.1mil (RM6.6mil) for the first half ended Aug 1. ... 2010-02-05 11:09:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postleo-sterling-offers-new-franchise-program-in-middle-east-cis-uk-and-europe Franchised businesses achieve 97 per cent success rate compared with 48 per cent among non-franchised enterprises ... 2010-02-05 11:11:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlinguaphone-group-signs-two-master-franchise-deals Linguaphone Group, a pre-school English language course, has signed two franchise deals for South East Asia. The USA-based franchise has signed a Master Franchise agreement for Thailand with Club Academia Co Ltd and a Master Fra... 2010-02-05 11:12:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlouvre-golden-tulip-hotel-chains-to-expand-in-region ... 2010-02-05 11:15:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttakeaway-eyes-major-growth Nordsee opened its first Middle Eastern outlet in The Dubai Mall. (SATISH KUM... 2010-02-05 11:17:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlucknows-delectable-tunday-kababs-go-corporate ... 2010-02-05 11:17:27 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-little-gym%c2%ae-signs-master-franchise-agreement-for-middle-east admin Uncategorized Saturday, September 26th, 2009 at 12:14 pm The Little Gym International, franchisor of gyms providing curriculum-based, non-competitive motor skills development programs to children aged 4 months to 12 years old, has entered into... 2010-02-05 11:19:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-meeting-point-of-the-world-franchise-market The highly-rated, Athens-based KEM International Franchise Exhibition always promises to be an international occasion, no less so in 2010 with franchising growth in Greece continuing to soar ... 2010-02-05 11:31:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-winners-column 23 New Checkers in First Half Checkers Drive-In Restaurants opened 23 ... 2010-02-05 11:34:24 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthrough-the-looking-eyeglass VisionSpring (India) is addressing presbyopia by distributing affordable glasses and also creating employment opportunities at bottom of the pyramid, finds out Rita Dutta ... 2010-02-05 12:00:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttoon-kidz-eyes-200-stores-seeks-franchisees-for-expansion Toon Kidz, the Bangalore-based kids' brand that retails apparel, toys, games, accessories and stationery, has plans to take the number of stores to at least 200 in India by mid-2010, along with 50 EBOs in the Far East and the GCC countries. The company, which recently opened its maiden store in New Delhi, presently has 30 stores operating in India, out of which 17 are franchised. "For this year w... 2010-02-05 12:02:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postvistajet-eyes-gulf-investors-to-fund-expansion Vistajet founder Thomas Flohr has said he is close to sealing a deal with Middle East investors that will allow him to grow his worldwide fleet and strengthen his presence in the region. Vistajet currently operates a fleet of 25 business jets ranging from Bombardier Learjets up to the long range Global Express, but wants to expand both his fleet and his footprint beyond his core ... 2010-02-05 12:06:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwendy%e2%80%99s-departing-japan-%e2%80%93-for-now The Atlanta-based company said it will not renew a franchise agreement with Zensho Co. Ltd., an accord that expires Dec. 31, after the two companies could not agree on terms for future developments. Andy Skehan, senior vice president Wendy’s/Arby’s International, said Japan remains ... 2010-02-05 12:08:54 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwill-dual-branding-work-for-wendys-and-arbys Christa Hoyland Editor 12 Aug 2009 Now that Wendy's and Arby's are under the same corporate umbrella, it wasn't that surprising when the company announced an international franchise agreement for 135 dual-branded restaurants in the Middle East and North Africa. But it is surprising that the two brands would consider co-e... 2010-02-05 12:12:19 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postyo-sushi-offers-special-preview-at-ramadan-gathering United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, September 15 - 2009 at 12:28 PRESS RELEASE Yo! Sushi, pioneers of the conveyor belt sushi concept, hosted an exclusive sampling of its new menu items over a Ramadan Sohour dinner at its new flagship store at The Dubai Mall. The main highlight of the dinner event, Yo! Sushi's lat... 2010-02-05 12:17:03 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postyum-restaurants-to-increase-kfc-outlets-in-india US-based Yum! Restaurants is planning to invest up to Rs 150 crore to more than double the number of outlets of its quick service restaurant brand 'KFC' in the country by 2010, reports Business Standard. "We are planning to invest up to Rs 150 crore in the Indian market by 2010. We will expand the KFC chain in the country to 110 restaurants by end of the period, from 50 now," quoted Niren Chaudha... 2010-02-05 12:18:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnatuzzi-promotes-from-within-2 Leather upholstery retailer franchise Na... 2010-02-09 12:20:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postroyal-club-scene-extends-to-abu-dhabi-2 A favourite watering hole for Princes William and Harry, Mahiki is set to extend its franchise to the Middle East with a club already planned for Abu Dhabi. ... 2010-02-09 12:29:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttakeaway-eyes-major-growth-2 Nordsee opened its first Middle Eastern outlet in The Dubai Mall. (SATISH KUMAR) The only fishy thing about Nordsee's new international rol... 2010-02-09 12:31:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postc-house-italia-signs-franchise-deal-for-middle-east 17th February 2010: C House Italia signs franchise deal for Middle East 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. The deal covers a 15 year partnership and will see the first Middle East C House Italia open in Beirut in May 2010. Owned by fashion designer Nicolas Jebran, NJH... 2010-02-19 14:24:11 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postchiquita-fruit-juice-bars-to-debut-in-dubai Chiquita Brands International Inc. said Monday it has signed an international master franchise agreement to open Chiquita Fruit Juice Bars in the Middle East, beginning in Dubai. The agreement was signed with Fresh Fruits Co., a distributor of Chiquita products in the Middle East. They will be located at metro transit stations being constructed around the city, starting with three locations and ex... 2010-02-19 14:34:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinterview-with-mr-nabi-saleh-the-executive-chairman-for-gloria-jeans-coffees Specialty coffee chain Gloria Jean’s Coffees, which silently entered India two years ago via a master franchise agreement with Citymax Hospitality, a company controlled by the Dubai-based retail group Landmark, is looking to ramp up operations now. From the current nine outlets, the intention is to scale up to 25 and then 100 by the end of 2013. This will see the privately-held coffee chain, whi... 2010-02-19 14:38:02 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsagar-ratna-to-expand-overseas-via-franchising New Delhi-based Sagar Ratna Hospitalities, owners of Swagath and Sagar Ratna chain of restaurants, will venture into overseas markets in the coming years. The company has already identified franchisees in places like Bangkok, in the UAE and Canada. It is planning to set up around 250 outlets in overseas markets in the next five years, Hospitality Biz India has reported, citing its top official. â... 2010-02-19 15:27:15 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfootwear-major-woodland-to-franchise-internationally Feb 16, 2010: Footwear and apparel player Woodland will open exclusive stores in select foreign markets later this year, marking its foray into single-brand retailing overseas. The company, according to its top official, would be using the franchise route for its international expansion. The home-grown brand is in advanced stages of negotiations in some markets like the Middle East, South-East Asi... 2010-02-19 15:46:59 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postal-futtaim-to-open-carrefour-franchise-hypermarket-in-iraq 19th February 2010: The UAE company with the licence to operate the Carrefour SA franchise in the Middle East is looking to open its first store in Iraq as part of a wider expansion plan in the region. 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. In the past three years, the ... 2010-02-22 09:38:02 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postexpanding-your-franchise-business-to-the-middle-east The Arabian Gulf is at the very heart of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, a powerful economy based on a combined population of 1.4 billion people and a staggering combined GDP of $1.9 trillion. The oil-boom of the 1970s changed the desert landscape forever. With more and more GCC nationals being educated abroad and now travel savvy, the demand for like-for-like services and faciliti... 2010-02-22 09:40:24 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthamleys-to-expand-further-into-middle-east 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 per cent over 2008 within the six-week period leading to January 2, 2010. From the second quarter leading up to the last quarter of 2009, Hamleys’ LFL sales were up 7.2 per... 2010-02-22 09:43:44 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postintroduction-to-the-middle-east-and-north-africa-franchise-markets The Arabian Gulf is at the very heart of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, a powerful economy based on a combined population of 1.4 billion people and a staggering combined GDP of $1.9 trillion. The oil-boom of the 1970s changed the desert landscape forever. With more and more GCC nationals being educated abroad and now travel savvy, the demand for like-for-like services and faciliti... 2010-02-22 09:47:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postburgerfuel-opens-first-store-in-saudi-arabia New Zealand gourmet burger chain Burger Fuel Worldwide Ltd has opened its first store in Saudi Arabia. The 200-seat format store opened in Dammam this week. The opening of the store before the financial year ended in March 31 had been signalled by the NZAX-listed company. The company previously reported a $296,253 loss in the six months to September 30 and said it had $1.4m of cash at that time an... 2010-02-22 10:24:07 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdairy-queen-keeps-shuffling-across-the-globe [2010-02-09] Dairy Queen announced plans for international expansion in 2010 that will include the opening of its first locations in Macau and Egypt. "It was more than 50 years ago that we first expanded beyond the U.S. and Canada," says John Gainor, president and CEO of International Dairy Queen Inc. "Since then, we've always viewed the international marketplace as a huge opportunity for our br... 2010-02-22 10:34:11 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postelevation-burger-signs-international-franchise-deal 09 Feb 2010 Elevation Burger has signed a multiunit franchising deal with investment banker, businessman, entrepreneur, and Kuwait native Ali Ashkanani. Ashkanani currently is identifying strong retail real estate in Kuwait for his first location, and expects to have his first store open by mid 2010. "We are obviously very excited about our expansion to Kuwait and the Middle East region, and we'r... 2010-02-22 10:41:03 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgloria-jeans-further-expands-its-reach International Franchisor of the Year for 2009, Gloria Jean's Coffees, has continued its expansion and opened its first coffee house in Lebanon. The market opening in Beirut's Hamra district takes the global specialty coffee brand's presence to 917 coffee houses across 38 Master Franchises in 37 countries worldwide. Lebanon Master Franchise Partner, The Purple Concept, was appointed in October 20... 2010-02-22 10:44:56 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwsi-internet-franchise-launches-a-master-franchise-in-the-uae 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. Husam, who has been an active franchisee with WSI since 2005, has shown outstanding success in the field of Internet marketing, earning him the opportunit... 2010-02-22 10:54:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthamleys-to-expand-further-into-middle-east-following-solid-2009-festive-season-sales 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 per cent over 2008 within the six-week period leading to January 2, 2010. From the second quarter leading up to the last quarter of 2009, Hamleys’ LFL sales were ... 2010-02-22 11:07:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnestle-opens-cafe-in-lebanon [2010-01-29] Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip, a premiere dessert café, announced the opening of its newest franchised café in ABC Dbayeh located in Beirut, Lebanon. This opening marks the first international café opening in the Middle East. Located in ABC Dbayeh, the new cafe opened for service on January 14, inaugurated by H.E Fady Abboud Minister of Tourism; along with MP Fadi H... 2010-02-22 11:22:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbaja-fresh-opens-first-international-location 21 Jan 2010 Baja Fresh Mexican Grill has announced the grand opening of its first international location at the entrance of the world famous Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Guests can choose from an array of tacos, burritos, salads and fajitas all featuring fresh and flavorful fire-grilled meats and produce. The salsa bar encourages guests to choose from a selection of freshly made s... 2010-02-22 11:31:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfreshii-to-land-in-the-middle-east Entrepreneurs Michael Boocher and Jennifer Ridgway have signed a multiunit franchise deal to open five Freshii restaurants in Dubai, with the first set to open in mid-2010, according to a statement. There are currently 16 units in Chicago and Toronto, several new restaurants under construction, and an additional 200 units in varying stages of development in the United States, Canada and Europe. ... 2010-02-22 11:33:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsouth-africas-famous-restaurant-spur-steak-ranches-opens-in-dubai At last, the UAE will have the opportunity to experience 'the vibe' of South African's old and loved steakhouse, Spur Steak Ranches. AMA General Trading, an umbrella holding company owned by Abdulla Alashram, has secured the GCC franchise for Spur. ... 2010-02-22 11:39:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfreshberry-opens-cafes-in-middle-east Beautiful Brands International (BBI) announced today the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The openings are a result of an agreement between BBI and Saudi-based United Food Company to market and franchise the frozen yogurt concept throughout the Middle East. "We're thrilled to join with United Food Company in bringing the incredible taste of FreshBerry to the Middle Eas... 2010-02-22 11:49:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcalifornia-pizza-kitchen-expands-middle-east-franchise-deal Related Quotes Symbol Price Change CPKI 15.07 +0.81 Press Release Source: California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. On Wednesday January 13, 2010, 4:20 ... 2010-02-22 12:10:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postorkin-launches-lebanon-franchise Orkin Inc., a subsidiary of Atlanta-based pest control company Rollins Inc., has established a franchise in Lebanon, its 13th overseas and sixth in the Middle East. The franchise will focus on commercial pest control but will also offer residential and termite services. Franchisee Samer El Khoury came to Orkin's headquarters in Atlanta for training. He and franchise co-owners will... 2010-02-22 12:17:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postblimpie-heads-to-kuwait Sub shop Blimpie announced plans for its first location in Kuwait. In partnership with International Famous Franchises Co. (IFF), Blimpie's parent company Kahala announced it entered into a licensee agreement aimed at opening 18 stores in Kuwait by 2014. The first location in Kuwait is slated to open in the spring of 2010. While only minor changes have been made to the Blimpie menu for the Kuwait... 2010-02-22 12:21:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postauntie-annes-celebrates-opening-in-bahrain 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. On December 18, Auntie Anne's at Seef Mall, will open for business providing shoppers with fresh, hot, hand-rolled soft pretzels. The Auntie Anne's operations in Bahrain will be managed through a sub-fra... 2010-02-22 12:26:54 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postholiday-inn-express-enters-saudi-arabia HNN Newswire InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Saudi-based investment holding company, Siraj Capital, today announced the locations of the first three Holiday Inn Express hotels to become operational in the Kingdom. The three new hotels will be located in Madinah Road, Jeddah; Knowledge Economic City, Madinah; and King Abdullah Economic City under a master franchise agreement between IHG a... 2010-02-22 12:33:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postleo-sterling-offers-new-franchise-program-in-middle-east-cis-uk-and-europe-2 Driven by strong demand from its network of close business partners, Leo Sterling, UAE's premier property portfolio managers, 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. ... 2010-02-22 12:39:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpizza-fusion-opens-first-international-franchise-in-saudi-arabia Samir Food Ltd., Pizza Fusion Master Franchisee, opens first international Pizza Fusion Location in Jeddah Press Release Source: Pizza Fusion On Wednesday November 25, 2009, 9:13 am EST FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pizza Fusion (http://pizzafusion.com) announced the opening of its first international franchise in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia through a master franchise developmen... 2010-02-22 12:48:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-chamber-seminar-provides-potential-franchising-opportunities-in-key-sectors-of-dubai As part of its strategic objective of supporting the development of business, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry organised a seminar on 'Opening a Franchise in Dubai' at its premises on Monday. ... 2010-02-22 15:42:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-abu-dhabi-bringing-in-tasti-d-lite [2009-11-23] Tasti D-Lite signed a master franchise agreement for the United Arab Emirates. The country's first Tasti D-Lite Center will open in Dubai in the first quarter of 2010, soon to be followed by an opening in Abu Dhabi and an additional 12 locations in the coming years. Tasti D-Lite UAE—operated by brothers and joint managing directors Saeed Kalafchi and Masoud Kalafchi—i... 2010-02-22 15:57:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postal-islami-foods-launches-momen-chain-of-restaurant-in-uae 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, which spans over 20 years, Al Islami, a leading halal food producer in the Middle East, plans to open 20 outlets of Mo'men across the UAE in the next three years. ... 2010-02-22 16:10:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postyellow-chilli-set-to-open-in-bahrain Bahrain-based SunCity Ventures hosted popular Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor and signed a franchisee agreement to open The Yellow Chilli outlet in the kingdom. "Our brands serve some of the best cuisine to food lovers across the kingdom," said SunCity Ventures chairman Mohammed Adel Fakhro. "We are glad that we have taken this first step forward and will now look forward to the day when we can welco... 2010-02-22 16:16:35 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubais-gallery-one-signs-qatar-franchise Dubai-based art group, Gallery One, has signed a franchise agreement with Al-Jaidah Brothers in Qatar to open two stores in the next 12 months. The Qatari branding and franchising firm is also set to develop further stores in Jordan, Lebanon and Syria, the gallery group said in a statement on Monday. Gallery One (g-1), established in 2006 by the British designer and photographer G... 2010-02-22 16:21:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnordsee-eyes-massive-middle-east-expansion Popular European restaurant chain opens first outlet in region and reveals plans to increase foothold over next five years. By Arno Maierbrugger, Deputy Business EditorPublished: 22:41 September 24, 2009 Dubai: Europe's popular fish restaurant chain Nordsee opened its first outlet in the Middle East yesterday in Dubai Mall. The German group, founded 1896 in Bremen, Germany, will open 30 restaura... 2010-02-22 16:28:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postoffice-depot-opens-in-kuwait-major-it-and-office-supplies-chain-opens-first-middle-east-store-in-kuwait By Mark Sutton Published August 19, 2009 Offic... 2010-02-22 16:37:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfroots-to-begin-franchising-in-the-uae-and-oman-2 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. Gourmet Food General Trading first became interested in FROOTS after visiting franchise exhibitions in London and Washington. “We met with FROOTS executives and then looked at a few of their ... 2010-02-22 16:57:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnestle-toll-house-cafe-views-canada-middle-east-as-priority-growth-markets-2 Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip, a dessert café and bakery, is offering exclusive master franchising opportunities and area developer franchise agreements in Canada and the Middle East. The franchise system is currently operating in the United States and Puerto Rico. "To fulfill our international expansion goals, Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip is looking for master licensees with pri... 2010-02-22 17:01:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postindex-opens-first-middle-east-franchise Dubai: 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 with an investment of $5 million (Dh18.35 million). The company, which claims to be the third largest home retail chain in Asia, will provide the management, marketing and brand-building know how as well as supply the p... 2010-02-22 17:07:00 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsandellas-makes-plans-for-middle-east-move Sandella's Flatbread Café partnered with master franchisee Abdulaziz Abdulhadi Aljudee & Sons Holding to develop Sandella's throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Turkey. The new master franchisees will develop a minimum of 75 locations in 10 years. The new deal will add to Sandella's two stores open and 12 stores in development in the United Ar... 2010-02-22 17:10:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcaribou-coffee-announces-five-new-kuwait-branches ... 2010-02-22 18:02:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-could-lead-retail-recovery Global brands continue to expand in Middle East despi... 2010-02-22 19:28:00 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postamerican-eagle-signs-franchise-deal-for-middle-east American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is taking its first overseas flight to the Middle East. The Warrendale, Pa.-based retailer, whose chairman and largest shareholder is Columbus retail magnate Jay Schottenstein, signed a deal with Kuwait-based M.H. Alshaya Co. to take the teen-targeting chain to the Middle East. CEO Jim O’Donnell, in a conference call for stock analysts, said there ... 2010-02-23 15:27:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbaskin-robbins-opens-first-cafe-in-middle-east Leading ice cream b... 2010-02-23 15:51:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbaskin-robbins-opens-450th-store-in-dubai Baskin-Robbins opens 450th store in Dubai Baskin-Robbins ... 2010-02-23 16:07:17 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbread-talk-goes-to-the-mid-east HOMEGROWN company BreadTalk is all set for expansion, with plan... 2010-02-23 17:58:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbuild-a-bear-workshop-to-launch-in-the-gulf-region Build-A-Bear Work... 2010-02-23 18:43:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postburgerfuel-puts-pipeline-into-saudi-arabia-bahrain 2 April 2009 - BurgerFuel announced today that it has signed its second international master licensing agreement outside of Australasia, in the Middle East. The deal is for the two countries of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. The agreement has been signed with the Abdulla Fouad Group, a major corporation based in the eastern province of Dammam, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. BurgerFuel Chairman Peter B... 2010-02-24 10:59:57 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdollar-thrifty-plans-expansion-in-region 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). The car rental major plans to enter the Saudi market shortly. DTG will launch a pre-paid product for travellers enabling them to use it globally. The expansion plan follows its latest restructuring exercise that saw 35... 2010-02-24 11:01:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-based-al-aqili-group-in-retail-push-bags-master-franchise-for-uk-based-laura-ashley ... 2010-02-24 11:02:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdunkin-donuts-expansion-in-uae-on-track Dunkin' Donuts, the world's leading coffee and baked goods chain's massive expansion drive remains on track despite difficult times with 16 new outlets in operation built at a cost of Dhs8m. ... 2010-02-24 11:06:01 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdunkin-donuts-opens-55th-store-in-uae 17 June 2009 Joins Dunkin' Bra... 2010-02-24 11:59:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfirst-cafe-del-mar-in-the-region-debuts-at-nurai-island Zaya has signed an agreement with Utopia, master franchisee of Café del Mar to open in Zaya's flagship project Nurai, a spectacular private community of limited edition resort beach-front estates and water villas on a beautiful island off the coast of Abu Dhabi, UAE. "In creating Nurai, our focus was on bringing some of the world's most exclusive experiences and brands to each and every resident... 2010-02-24 12:02:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-show-success-in-2010 (MENAFN Press) International Expo Consults, one of the Middle Eastaes leading trade exhibition organisers, has announced that the seventh edition of Franchising Middle East (FME), the regionals leading exhibition for the franchise sector, will take place March 7-9, 2010 at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre. The event, the largest gathering of franchise leaders in the Middle East, will prov... 2010-02-24 12:09:03 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchisee-to-close-down-three-outlets Carvia, the parent company of UAE franchises Cinnabon, Seattle's Best Coffee, Zaatar W Zeit and Roadster Diner, will be slowing down its expansion plans. It will be closing down three outlets this year, which will bring the total number of shut down outlets to six since it began operations nine years ago. "We have some branches that didn't work, whether it's because of the crisis or not ... 2010-02-24 12:09:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfrom-the-mid-west-to-the-middle-east [2009-05-13] Beautiful Brands International announced today a 120 unit agreement with Saudi based, United Food Company, to begin franchising FreshBerry Frozen Yogurt Café to the Middle East and North Africa. The landmark deal represents BBI's largest franchise agreement to date. "Camille and I are delighted to form this partnership in the Middle East region to bring a healthy and delicious froz... 2010-02-24 12:11:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgfc-opens-second-branch-of-iranian-soul-food-chain-naz-at-zahra Gulf Franchising Company (GFC) opened the second branch of 'Naz' - the Company's first proprietary fine and casual dining chain specializing in authentic Persian cuisine - at the Zahra New Co-operative Society. ... 2010-02-24 12:13:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postikea-kuwait-to-hold-snap-and-win-draw Ikea Kuwait - the globally renowned Swedish home furnishings chain - has launched a 'Snap-and-Win' Draw as part of its ongoing 25th Anniversary celebrations. ... 2010-02-24 12:21:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postikea-on-sale-group-bid-against-itself-and-won By Ran Smolsky Bronfman Fisher Investments, which owns the IKEA franchise in Israel, yesterday won a tender for the Rishon Letzion lot on which the chain's second outlet has already been built - it was the only bidder. Its bid price? NIS 36 above the minimum bid of NIS 132 million. The court will have to sort it out, though, as the tender issue has been appealed. The Tel Aviv District Court halt... 2010-02-24 12:30:52 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postikea-plans-expansion-to-oman-qatar Monday, May 11, 2009 Gulf News Dubai: The Swedish furniture chain Ikea is going to expand in the Gulf region and plans to open two new stores in Oman and Qatar, the company's country operations and project manager in Dubai, Siddarth Bhide, told Gulf News. In Abu Dhabi, Ikea is planning to enlarge its existing store in the Marina Mall, Bhide said. The expansion plans ... 2010-02-24 12:31:39 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postkidzart-partners-with-ikea-and-toys-r-us-to-bring-art-enrichment-to-children-throughout-the-world IKEA Chooses KidzArt to Conduct Children's Art Classes at their 25th Anniversary Celebration in Kuwait while Toys R Us in Singapore Promotes KidzArt Birthday Parties New Braunfels, TX (PRWEB) May 15, 2009 -- KidzArt, an international children's art enrichment franchise company, announced its partnership with IKEA and Toys R Us in Kuwait and Singapore respectively to help bring art educat... 2010-02-24 12:33:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpayless-shoesource-opens-its-first-store-in-kuwait Payless ShoeSource, the largest specialty family footwear retailer in the western hemisphere, and its franchisee M.H. Alshaya Co., the leading retailer in the region, today announced the grand opening its first Payless ShoeSource store in Kuwait and one of the first stores in the Middle East – a 220-square-meter store located in The Avenues mall. ... 2010-02-24 12:37:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpizza-fusion-selects-saudi-arabia-for-first-international-location [2009-03-31] Pizza Fusion, pioneer of the environmental and organic restaurant movements, announced today that a master franchise development agreement has been completed for Saudi Arabia between Pizza Fusion Holdings Inc. and Samir Food Co. Ltd., a Samir Group company. The development agreement provides for new locations throughout Saudi Arabia, with the first restaurant scheduled to open in Je... 2010-02-24 12:57:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpizza-inn-an-expansion-drive-in-me (MENAFN - Arab News) Pizza Inn, in defiance of the global recession and gloomy financial forecasts, has unveiled ambitious plans to open several new restaurants in the Kingdom as well as in the Middle East & North Africa and Asia regions. The announcement was made by Charlie Morrison, president and CEO of the US-based Pizza Inn here yesterday. Morrison announced the scheduled opening of some nine ... 2010-02-24 12:58:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postregions-first-caffe-nero-store-opens-in-dubai The premium Italian-style coffee house brand, Caffè Nero, has opened its first store in the Middle East, in The Dubai Mall. The new 1,900 square-foot, 86-seat store is the first by exclusive franchisee Al Tayer Trends, with plans to open new stores and expand to Saudi Arabia and other GCC markets in the near future. The company plans to open at least 50 Caffè Nero outlets across the GCC over the... 2010-02-24 13:00:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postround-table-pizza-expands-middle-east-presence [2009-04-14] Round Table Pizza, an American pizza restaurant icon known for quality and innovation, has signed a long-term development agreement with United Arab Emirates partner Ghassan Wehbe. Wehbe, who currently operates seven Round Table Pizza restaurants in Dubai, has acquired rights to expand to 17 locations within the UAE. Additionally, Mr. Wehbe and Round Table Pizza are laying the groun... 2010-02-24 13:02:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsmoothie-king-expands-to-turkey-egypt [2009-05-18] Smoothie King Franchises Inc. signed an agreement with the Amer Group to open at least 20 Smoothie King locations in Egypt and Turkey in the next few years. Smoothie King serves smoothies in more than 600 locations of which 550 are in 32 states across the United States and an additional 52 locations are in South Korea. The multiunit agreement with the Amer Group, an Egyptian real-es... 2010-02-24 13:03:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/poststeak-escape-moves-into-the-middle-east [2009-07-08] Steak Escape opened its second Middle East location in May, in the island country of Bahrain. The new restaurant opened in the Juffair Centre, an in-line center within walking distance of a U.S. Naval base. Spread out over two stories, the dining area is among the largest of any Steak Escape restaurants. Like the first Middle East Steak Escape, which opened in Bahrain last fall, th... 2010-02-24 13:04:54 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsylvan-learning-expanding-in-the-middle-east Baltimore Business Journal - by Rachel Bernstein Staff Print Email Reprints RSS Feeds LinkedIn Share Comments Sylvan Learning Centers will be cropping up in the Middle East. Mohamed A. Dobashi, an associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, purchased rights to open centers in seven areas throughout the Middle East. Baltimore-based Sylvan Learning Inc., which tutors pre-K through... 2010-02-24 13:06:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postuae-based-al-islami-foods-enters-into-partnership-with-intercol Consolidating its presence in the GCC region, Al Islami Foods, a leading halal food producer in the Middle East, today announced its re-launch in Bahrain and distribution agreement with the International Agencies Co. Ltd in press conference held here in Bahrain today. ... 2010-02-24 13:07:45 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postuhsna-opens-its-first-franchised-unit-in-abu-dhabi The new Ushna Indian Restaurant was recently opened with a vibrant VIP reception at the acclaimed Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. ... 2010-02-24 13:16:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postuk-laura-ashley-returns-to-the-middle-east 8 July 2009 | Source: just-style.com British fashion retailer Laura Ashley has returned to the United Arab Emirates following a two-year absence, after signing a master franchise agreement with the Dubai-based Al Aqili Group LLC. The deal with the regional business conglomerate is also seen as an opportunity to expand the British brand into the Middle East market. "The partnership with Laura As... 2010-02-24 14:26:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwendysarbys-to-seed-middle-east-and-north-africa-with-cobrands [2009-06-16] Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. (NYSE: WEN) today announced an agreement with Saudi Arabia-based Al Jammaz Group to build 135 dual-branded Wendy's® and Arby's® restaurants in nine countries in the Middle East and North Africa over the next decade. This marks the first agreement with an international franchisee to build dual-branded restaurants since the formation of Wendy's/Arby's Gro... 2010-02-24 14:27:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnew-food-brands-flock-to-franchise-middle-east-exhibition New food concepts are being introduced to the Middle East at the Franchise Middle East (FME 2009) exhibition, as brands look to expand their market share into the UAE and beyond. "Food i... 2010-02-25 12:58:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posth-e-sami-alqenzi-opens-franchise-middle-east-exhibition His Excellency Sami Alqenzi, Director General of the Dubai Economic Department, opened Franchising Middle East (FME), the region's leading exhibition for the franchise sector, this morning at Dubai International Exhibition Centre. ... 2010-02-25 15:54:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgap-opens-its-second-dedicated-gapkids-and-babygap-store-in-dubai Discover the world of GapKids and babyGap with the opening of its second store in Dubai's Arabian Center, solely dedicated to children's fashion and accessories. Gap has become a cultural icon around the world since opening in 1969 and GapKids has been renowned as the best destination for cool, confident and casual clothing and accessories for children. The range includes hoodies, t-shirts, shor... 2010-02-25 16:06:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-demand-in-uae-to-expand DUBAI // The franchising industry in the UAE will continue to grow in the coming year as regional investors shift away from property and financial markets, and out-of-work executives seek new forms of employment, industry insiders say. “The potential for growth is there,” said Matthew Shay, president and chief executive of the International Franchise Association, on the sidelines of the Franc... 2010-02-25 16:28:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthome-grown-businesses-lead-franchise-growth Non-retail and at-home business opportunities are set to shape the franchise market in 2009 and beyond as entrepreneurs and brand owners look for cheaper avenues to business success, that's according to industry expert Sary Hamwy, CEO of Franexcel. ... 2010-02-25 16:35:56 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsandellas-flatbread-cafe-comes-to-dubai [2009-02-25] Sandella's Flatbread Café recently opened its first location in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dubai, the most populous city in the UAE, has responded quite well to the new store. This location marks the beginning of Sandella's major international expansion plans. Sandella's has more than 400 restaurants in development across the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. The first Sandell... 2010-02-25 16:45:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postzpizza-location-in-saudi-arabia-doubles-normal-store-sales [2009-02-24] zpizza opened its second international location in early February. With an open location in Mexico, the new store in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marks the beginning of zpizza's journey into the Middle East, where they have several locations planned in the near future. Since it opened, the Riyadh store has seen sales double the system-wide average for zpizza. zpizza currently has 90 open sto... 2010-02-25 16:48:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postrestaurant-franchisors-remain-upbeat-about-dubai Dubai's downturn in real estate could help franchisees, according to American franchisors. By David Farkas, Senior Editor -- Chain Leader, 4/1/2009 12:00:00 AM For months there had been speculation that Dubai's real estate bubble was ready to burst. It did in January, tanking real estate prices by 30 percent and putting the kibosh on the large construction projects that turned the city into one of... 2010-02-25 16:50:57 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinternational-franchise-conference-returns-to-riyadh SAUDI ARABIA. Speakers and exhibitors from around the world will converge on Riyadh from 25-27 May to attend the second International Conference & Expo for Franchise (ICEF 2009). The event, hosted by the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce & Industry and organised by MARCOM, will highlight new franchise concepts from the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia, and will address new and evolving... 2010-02-25 16:56:28 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postatlanta-fast-food-chains-make-inroads-in-mideast AFC, Church’s, Focus expanding in region; Raving Brands, Petrus are new players By JOE GUY COLLIER The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Monday, February 02, 2009 While a recession has slowed overall U.S. restaurant growth, Atlanta food franchises are finding ample room for expansion in the Middle East. Several Atlanta-based restaurant groups, such as AFC Enterprises, Church’s Chicken and Focus... 2010-02-25 17:03:39 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-original-basket-boutique-arrives-in-dubai THE original basket boutique is open for business in Dubai, providing unique and convenient gift giving options to residents and businesses in the area. We are officially announcing the launch of our baby basket & gifts range from Stephan Baby. "The decision to open this operation was an easy one. We saw a need in our community to provide a product that distinguishes itself through its origi... 2010-02-25 17:06:36 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-arabia-will-provide-a-knowledge-exchange-for-regions-franchise-related-business-leaders The inaugural Franchise Arabia Conference and Exhibition will be held at ADNEC in capital city Abu Dhabi, on the 4th - 6th October, 2009. "The region's key investors and business ope... 2010-02-25 17:10:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcalifornia-pizza-kitchen-arrives-in-dubai California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), renowned international premium casual dining chain and home of the original BBQ Chicken Pizza, opened in Dubai Mall this week, introducing its astounding array of signature Californian cuisine and innovative hearth-baked pizzas to the Middle East for the first time. ... 2010-02-25 17:14:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbaskin-robbins-to-open-100th-uae-store Ice cream franchise Baskin Robbins has opened its 100th store in the UAE in the Dubai Marina Mall. Regional partner Galadari Ice Cream co has registered a 25% year-on-year growth rate, and 40 new regional stores are planned for 2009.... 2010-02-25 17:18:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnoodle-house-launches-new-branches-in-saudi-arabia-and-kuwait The Taste Department, the dedicated branded restaurant division within the Jumeirah Group tasked to set up and license innovative and successful casual dining restaurant concepts to partners worldwide, has announced new licensing agreements to open the Noodle House restaurant branches in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. ... 2010-02-25 17:20:36 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postalshaya-and-mothercare-mark-25-years-as-partners M.H. Alshaya Co., the Middle East's leading franchise operator, and Mothercare, the specialist retailer for mothers-to-be, babies and young children, recently celebrated a 25-year partnership within the region. ... 2010-02-25 17:26:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcamilles-sidewalk-cafe-expands-its-middle-east-presence [2009-01-22] Beautiful Brands International announced today international growth of its Camille's Sidewalk Café brand with the opening of five new cafes in the Kingdom of Bahrain and United Arab Emirates. The company also plans to open 20 additional cafés in the Middle East. "We'r... 2010-02-25 17:31:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postabdullah-tayyeb-qassem-opens-franchising-middle-east-exhibition Marble Slab Creamery franchised stores to open in Egypt; Great American Cookies stores to open in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Seventh edition of... 2010-03-09 18:25:56 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwendy%e2%80%99sarby%e2%80%99s-signs-deal-for-middle-east 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 countries in the Middle East and North Africa over the next 10 years. Unlike the company’s recent deal for franchised Wendy’s restaurants in Singapore, the agreement wi... 2010-03-22 15:27:56 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postchowking-pursuing-aggressive-expansion-plan-in-united-states-middle-east CHOWKING FOOD Corp., a subsidiary of listed food giant Jollibee Foods Corp., is looking at putting up more stores locally and internationally. Additional fastfood stores will allow the food company to continue sales growth and tap the Filipino market abroad, the firm’s top executive said yesterday. “We still see a lot of potential in the Philippines and we will continue to build [stores] in ... 2010-03-23 14:53:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postamerican-eagle-outfitters-and-m-h-alshaya-co-open-first-stores-in-the-middle-east Flagship Stores to Feature High Quality, Affordable Fashion to Men and Women in Dubai and Kuwait City Dubai - United Arab Emirates, March 17, 2010--American Eagle Outfitters Inc., (NYSE: AEO) a leading lifestyle apparel brand for women and men 15-to-25 years old, today opened its first flagship store outside of North America and its first store in the Middle East. The first American Eagle Outfitt... 2010-03-23 15:04:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postamerican-eagle-outfitters-and-m-h-alshaya-co-open-first-stores-in-the-middle-east-2 American Eagle outfitters and M.H. Alshaya Co. open first stores in the Middle East Re... 2010-03-23 15:20:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-middle-east-achieves-huge-success The seventh annual edition of Franchising Middle East (FME), the region's leading exhibition for the franchise sector, proved a huge success for those exhibiting local brands at the show. The show, which concluded on March 4, saw participation from 61 exhibitors, representing a wide range of both regional and international brands. Some 2892 visitors attended the event, looking for both establishe... 2010-03-23 15:27:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postame-info-abu-dhabi-united-arab-emirates-retail-briefs Mar 15, 2010 (AME Info - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- AZADEA GRO... 2010-03-23 15:33:44 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthamleys-fast-tracks-expansion-plans Hamleys fast tracks expansion plans 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. Currently the toy retailer has just two international stores in Dubai and Jordan and has partnered with franchisee Delta Sport to open in central Belgrade in Serbia in October and possibly in Romania, Bulgaria, Slov... 2010-03-23 15:39:56 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpizza-inn-opens-new-restaurant-in-kingdom-of-bahrain Pizza Inn Opens New Restaurant in Kingdom of Bahrain Texas-Based Pizza Chain Continues Aggressive Expansion Into the ... 2010-03-23 15:58:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postamerican-eagle-outfitters-expands-internationally Opens First Stores Outside North America in the Middle East American Eagle Outfitters, Inc . announced the opening of its first stores outside of North America. This month, flagship American Eagle Outfitters stores will open in Dubai and Kuwait City. This Middle East launch comes in cooperation with M.H. Alshaya Co., the leading retailer in the region, which last year signed a franchise agreement... 2010-03-23 16:04:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgymboree-inks-franchise-deal-in-middle-east Children’s clothing sellerGymboree Corp. signed a deal to put franchises in the Middle East. Stores in Dubai are supposed to open later this year. San Francisco-based Gymboree (NASDAQ: GYMB) inked this deal with Azadea G Group Ltd. Said Daher is CEO of Beirut-based Azadea Group Holding SAL, which owns Azadea G Group. The group operates 350 stores in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egy... 2010-03-23 16:09:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-in-kuwait Although the Kuwaiti market is relatively small, franchising offers profitable opportunities. The population of 2.2 million have high disposable income and a strong inclination to buy American goods. Additionally, labor saving services are in demand. At present, most franchises are in fast food, with McDonald's being a recent arrival. US fast food franchises are highly sought after by local compan... 2010-03-23 16:18:54 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postintroduction-to-the-middle-east-and-north-africa-franchise-markets-2 The Arabian Gulf is at the very heart of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, a powerful economy based on a combined population of 1.4 billion people and a staggering combined GDP of $1.9 trillion. The oil-boom of the 1970s changed the desert landscape forever. With more and more GCC nationals being educated abroad and now travel savvy, the demand for like-for-like services and faciliti... 2010-03-23 16:20:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postexpanding-your-franchise-business-to-the-middle-east-2 The Arabian Gulf is at the very heart of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, a powerful economy based on a combined population of 1.4 billion people and a staggering combined GDP of $1.9 trillion. The oil-boom of the 1970s changed the desert landscape forever. With more and more GCC nationals being educated abroad and now travel savvy, the demand for like-for-like services and faciliti... 2010-03-23 16:22:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postal-futtaim-to-open-carrefour-franchise-hypermarket-in-iraq-2 19th February 2010: The UAE company with the licence to operate the Carrefour SA franchise in the Middle East is looking to open its first store in Iraq as part of a wider expansion plan in the region. 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. In the past three years, the ... 2010-03-23 16:24:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthamleys-to-expand-further-into-middle-east-2 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 per cent over 2008 within the six-week period leading to January 2, 2010. From the second quarter leading up to the last quarter of 2009, Hamleys’ LFL sales were up 7.2 per... 2010-03-23 16:26:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postchiquita-fruit-juice-bars-to-debut-in-dubai-2 Chiquita Brands International Inc. said Monday it has signed an international master franchise agreement to open Chiquita Fruit Juice Bars in the Middle East, beginning in Dubai. The agreement was signed with Fresh Fruits Co., a distributor of Chiquita products in the Middle East. They will be located at metro transit stations being constructed around the city, starting with three locations and ex... 2010-03-23 16:27:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfootwear-major-woodland-to-franchise-internationally-2 Feb 16, 2010: Footwear and apparel player Woodland will open exclusive stores in select foreign markets later this year, marking its foray into single-brand retailing overseas. The company, according to its top official, would be using the franchise route for its international expansion. The home-grown brand is in advanced stages of negotiations in some markets like the Middle East, South-East Asi... 2010-03-23 16:30:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinterview-with-mr-nabi-saleh-the-executive-chairman-for-gloria-jeans-coffees-2 Specialty coffee chain Gloria Jean’s Coffees, which silently entered India two years ago via a master franchise agreement with Citymax Hospitality, a company controlled by the Dubai-based retail group Landmark, is looking to ramp up operations now. From the current nine outlets, the intention is to scale up to 25 and then 100 by the end of 2013. This will see the privately-held coffee chain, whi... 2010-03-23 16:31:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posteducation-and-training-franchises Education and Training Franchises NIIT No. of Franchisees: 1500+ Franchising Since 1983 It was over 27 years ago that NIIT committed itself towards developing manpower for India’s slowly awakening IT sector. In doing so, it not only pioneered a brand new industry—the IT training segment—it also fueled the fire of entrepreneurship in the country. Within a few years of rapidly expanding i... 2010-03-23 16:40:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postvaidyaratnam-eyes-to-have-more-franchisees 3rd February 2010: Vaidyaratnam, an ayurvedic player, has announced plans to roll out 1,000 more franchisees in major destinations in India and abroad in the next three years. Meanwhile, the company has set a turnover target of Rs 200 crore by 2015. For this, the company would invest 25 crore in a phased manner over the next four year. The target is achievable considering the pace at which the mar... 2010-03-23 16:43:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbritish-fitness-club-energie-franchise-powers-gulf-health-stream The first énergie Fitness Club franchise in the Middle East has been launched this week in Doha, Qatar. Located on Airport Road, the stunning new £2m facility boasts state-of-the-art Precor cardiovascular and resistance equipment, dedicated boxing/combat studio, locker rooms, private personal training studio, a VIP locker room, as well as dedicated customer amenities and services. The club openi... 2010-03-23 16:45:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postc-house-italia-signs-franchise-deal-for-middle-east-2 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. The deal covers a 15 year partnership and will see the first Middle East C House Italia open in Beirut in May 2010. Owned by fashion designer Nicolas Jebran, NJHC will also open C House Italia franchises in Europe. Business Development... 2010-03-23 16:48:00 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthamleys-to-expand-further-into-middle-east-following-solid-2009-festive-season-sales-2 Hamleys to expand further into Middle East following solid 2009 festive-season sales From the second quarter leading up to the last quarter of 2009, Hamleys' LFL sales were up 7.2% on 2008. The buoyant performance and cost benefits derived from a restructuring programme completed in 2009 combined to significantly boost company profits, with Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amorti... 2010-03-23 16:50:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postforest-secret-malaysia-to-spread-wings-overseas Forest'Secret, a herbal-based wellness and beauty brand developed and managed by Forest'Secret Sdn Bhd, will score a first when it spreads its wings to Middle East, China and Hong Kong this year. The company is optimistic its foray into the international market will be a productive venture as it will introduce and heighten awareness of Malaysian herbal-based products. Forest’Secret Sdn Bhd, a ... 2010-03-23 16:52:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlifeline-group-acquires-medicine-shoppe-franchise-rights-in-middle-east Lifeline Group LLC of Abu Dhabi has acquired the master franchise rights for The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy chain for the Middle East. This will compliment the region with the best pharmacy practices from across the globe. The agreement was signed between Bruce Burnett, Vice President International for Medicine Shoppe and Dr. Shamsheer of Lifeline Group LLC. The Medicine Shoppe is the world's leadi... 2010-03-23 16:56:18 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcalifornia-pizza-kitchen-expands-middle-east-franchise-deal-2 Casual dining chain California Pizza Kitchen has expanded its original agreement with its existing franchise partner Gourmet Gulf Company (Gourmet Gulf). Under the new agreement, Gourmet Gulf will develop 19 restaurants throughout the Middle East over the next 10 years. During the term of the agreement, at least one California Pizza Kitchen restaurant is planned to open in each of the following P... 2010-03-23 16:58:47 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-retail-market-maturing-across-the-mena-region Dubai - The MENA retail market is fast maturing and is set to evolve from an emerging market to a mature one, in terms of operating model, according to a new retail report published by CB Richard Ellis (CBRE), the global property consultancy. CBRE’s latest research report examines the current attitudes and 2010 expansion plans of 220 leading retailers, based on interviews conducted over the sum... 2010-03-23 17:03:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgrammy-fever-takes-over-gloria-jeans-coffees Gloria Jean’s Coffees, one of the world’s leading global specialty coffee company in association with Citymax Hospitality India Pvt. Ltd has announced an exclusive tie-up with Universal Music to bring to its customers the best of Grammy’s 2010. Buzz up! Spend Rs.349/- on your favourite coffee/ snack at Gloria Jean’s Coffees and take away a special video compilation of Grammy Nominated so... 2010-03-23 17:10:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinternational-expansion-freshberry-to-open-in-middle-east-north-africa Freshberry inks 120 unit franchise agreement in the Middle East and North Africa. PRESS RELEASE: TULSA, OKLA - May 13, 2009 - Beautiful Brands International, the parent company of Camille's Sidewalk Café, FreshBerry Frozen Yogurt Café and many other brands, announced today a 120 unit agreement with Saudi based, United Food Company, to begin franchising FreshBerry Frozen Yogurt Café to the Midd... 2010-03-23 17:15:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-little-gym-usa-signs-master-franchise-agreement-for-middle-east The Little Gym USA Signs Master Franchise Agreement For Middle East 19 Jan 2010 - The Little Gym International, franchisor of gyms providing curriculum-based, non-competitive motor skills development programs to children aged 4 months to 12 years old, has entered into a master franchise agreement with an existing franchise owner in Kuwait City, Kuwait, to develop at least 15 and as many as 50 loc... 2010-03-23 17:19:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-conference-helps-international-food-chains-franchise-in-middle-east 25 Jan 2010: Uno Chicago Grill, Pizza Hut, Round Table Pizza and California Pizza Kitchen are just a handful of food franchise brands that have recently researched expansion in Dubai and other key Middle Eastern markets. Now their executives and others looking to get in on the hot nontraditional market have both a trade show and interactive conference tailored to the area’s food and beverage sec... 2010-03-23 17:25:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmcdonald%e2%80%99s-middle-east-franchise-reports-a-3-4-percent-surge-in-sales McDonald’s has reported a 3.4 percent increase in sales in the Middle East and Africa, reflecting a year of strong worldwide growth in... 2010-03-23 17:33:45 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postedible-arrangements-experiences-strong-growth-in-2009-considering-india-expansion 21st January 2010: Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit arrangements, has experienced strong growth in 2009 with the opening of 74 new stores and franchise agreements for more than 85 locations in the U.S. and internationally. Currently, Edible Arrangements has over 940 locations with the goal to reach 1,000 units by the end of 2010. In addition to its strong f... 2010-03-23 17:41:15 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinternational-expansion-freshberry-opens-in-middle-east Beautiful Brands International (BBI) announced today the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. PRES... 2010-03-23 17:46:17 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnew-budget-hotel-brand-for-middle-east Middle East hotel brand Layia Hospitality is set to roll out a budget hotel chain called Day & Night Hotels, Travel Daily UK can reveal. The Dubai-based firm has already signed an agreement with CAPM Investment PrivJSC to roll out five of the three-star properties in Abu Dhabi over the next five years. Layia Hospitality CEO Daniel Hajjar said the firm was currently seeking investors to roll ou... 2010-03-23 17:49:34 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthertz-promotes-michel-taride-to-president-hertz-international LONDON, January 20 Hertz, the world's largest general use car rental brand, has announced the appointment of Executive Vice President Michel Taride to President, Hertz International. Formerly, Mr. Taride served as President, Hertz Europe. His previous role has been expanded to head up the company's Asia and Pacific car rental and leasing businesses in addition to those in Europe, the Middle East a... 2010-03-23 17:51:29 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-middle-east-freshii-signs-multiunit-deal-for-middle-east Healthy fast-casual restaurant concept to enter Dubai market. PRESS RELEASE: Chicago, IL, January 19, 2010- Entrepreneurs Michael Boocher and Jennifer Ridgway have signed a multi-unit franchise deal to open 5 Freshii restaurants in Dubai. The wildly successful fast casual concept is known for its modern, hip vibe and convenient, healthy and delicious meals and snacks. There are currently 16 unit... 2010-03-23 18:00:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfirst-freshberry-cafes-open-in-saudi-arabia Beautiful Brands International has announced the opening of its first four locations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The openings are a result of an agreement between BBI and Saudi-based United Food Co. to market and franchise the frozen yogurt concept throughout the Middle East. The openings are part of a 120-unit deal between BBI and United Food Company to extend the brand’s reach into the Middle Ea... 2010-03-23 18:09:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postworlds-largest-frozen-yogurt-chain-open-its-door-to-middle-east United Arab Emirates: 17 hours, 3 minutes ago Yogen Fruz has further expanded its world-wide franchise development and network of retail outlets now to the Middle East. A master franchise partnership with the Arcology Investments, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, will establish the Yogen Fruz brand... 2010-03-23 18:10:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmamas-papas-secure-funds-for-global-expansion Ian King, Deputy Business Editor RECOMMEND? Mamas & Papas, the fast-growing mother-and-baby retailer, has secured a new funding package from HSBC to support its expansion overseas. The business, based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is specifically looking to build up its operations in Europe, the Middle East, Russia and Japan. Mamas & Papas, whose celebrity customers include Gwen Ste... 2010-03-23 18:12:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postiiht-targets-emerging-markets-for-growth Ravi Menon / Chennai/ Bangalore January 06, 2010, 0:27 IST IT education tranining and consulting organisation, Indian Institute of Hardware Technology Ltd (IIHT), is expanding its operations into Eastern Europe and the Middle East with a view to tapping the new markets opening up training in these geographies.... 2010-03-23 18:14:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postit%e2%80%99s-not-easy-being-green It’s not easy being Green For the savvy marketing professional there’s been only one colour in fashion over the past few years. Being gree... 2010-03-23 18:24:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postorkin-establishes-first-franchise-in-lebanon This franchise is Orkin’s sixth in the Middle East and the company’s 13th international franchise worldwide. Pictured is Frank Meek, Orkin’s international technical and training director, trains Lebanon franchise owner Samer El Khoury at the Orkin Learning Center in Atlanta. ATLANTA – Orkin, Inc. has established a new international franchise in Lebanon. This franchise is Orkin’s sixth i... 2010-03-23 18:30:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/post123-refills-signs-master-franchise-licenses-in-saudi-arabia-and-kuwait This is the first fruits of a partnership agreement signed with Middle East Franchising in January 2009. 123 Refills, the American Greek concept has signed the master franchise licenses with investors in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia and it in an advance position to open the first units in both countries before the end of 2009. This is the first fruits of a partnership agreement signed with Middle Eas... 2010-03-23 18:34:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postshake-shack-to-add-more-nyc-other-locations-2 Shake Shack to Add More NYC, Other Locations New Leadership Structure, Two New Manhattan Locations, First International Site December 16, 2009, New York – Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) has announced plans for the growth of its acclaimed Shake Shack including two new Manhattan locations (Theater District and the Upper East Side), its first international site (Kuwait City... 2010-03-23 18:36:58 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfatburger-to-expand-within-canada-2 Canada marks a successful franchise territory in award-winning restaurant chain's international expansion. PRESS RELEASE: Los Angeles, December 16, 2009 -- Since launching its first Canadian franchise in 2005, Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger has opened 11 locations in Western Canada, and will open a new restaurant early next year in Vancouver, marking the franchisee's thir... 2010-03-24 10:14:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postauthentic-cuban-cuisine-comes-to-beirut-2 World renowned Cuban restaurant and cigar lounge La Bodeguita del Medio is set to open its doors in Beirut this December. The traditional Cuban restaurant brings with it the authentic spirits of Havana as like the Mojito. La Bodeguita del Medio is one of the most loved franchises that can taken out of Cuba it can be found in be found in large cities like Mexico, Madrid, London, Paris, Prague, Rom... 2010-03-24 10:23:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postatp-signs-uae-franchise-deal UAE ATP International Group has consolidated its position in the Middle East by signing a franchise agreement with one of the UAE’s leading travel companies, Orient Travel. The deal will see ATP open and operate corporate travel offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Orient Travel will also have first option on extending the partnership to all other nations in the Middle East, Pakistan and A... 2010-03-24 10:25:00 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwendy%e2%80%99s-departing-japan-%e2%80%93-for-now-2 Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc. is closing its 71 Wendy’s restaurants in Japan, but still holds hopes for business growth in the Asian nation. The Atlanta-based company said it will not renew a franchise agreement with Zensho Co. Ltd., an accord that expires Dec. 31, after the two companies could not agree on terms for future developments. Andy Skehan, senior vice president Wendy’s/Arby’s Int... 2010-03-24 10:26:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlocations-of-first-three-holiday-inn-express-hotels-in-saudi-arabia-announced-by-intercontinental-hotels-group-and-siraj-capital Nine more Holiday Inn Express properties to be developed over the next five years in the Kingdom InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Saudi-based investment h... 2010-03-24 10:30:01 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubai-to-get-new-indian-school DUBAI  A major operator of Indian schools in Asia unveiled plans yesterday to open a new facility in the emirate. The Singapore-based Global Indian Foundation (GIF), which bills itself as the largest network of Indian schools in South East Asia, announced a partnership with the Dubai franchise of Score Plus. The intention is to establish the Global Indian International School (GIIS) of Dubai. ... 2010-03-24 10:36:43 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcarluccios-sees-successful-year%e2%80%a8italian-eatery-chain Carluccio’s has delivered a “robust” performance thanks to its format of combining its restaurants with retail shops, according to executive chairman Stephen Gee. ?In the year ended September 27th, revenue was up by 8% to £69 million, with adjusted pre-tax profit of £4.7 million (adjusted for non-trading and non-cash charges). ?In the period, the company continued its expansion programme, ... 2010-03-24 10:38:23 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postleo-sterling-offers-new-franchise-program-in-middle-east-cis-uk-and-europe-3 Franchised businesses achieve 97 per cent success rate compared with 48 per cent among non-franchised enterprises December 05, 2009 - Driven by strong demand from its network of close business partners, Leo Sterling, UAE's premier property portfolio managers, has announced that it has recently launched a new franchise program, offering a highly cost-effective start-up to individuals in the Middle... 2010-03-24 10:41:19 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpayless-shoes-opening-first-stores-in-the-philippines Share Business ExchangeTwitterFacebook By Lauren Coleman-Lochner and Allison Abell Schwartz Dec. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Collective Brands Inc., the Kansas owner of several footwear chains, will bring its first Payless ShoeSource stores to the Philippines next year. The retailer will open in as many as seven locations in the country within the next 12 months, Chief Executive Officer Matthew Rubel said... 2010-03-24 10:43:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthardee%e2%80%99s-opens-first-restaurant-in-lahore-pakistan CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) today announced the opening of its first Hardee’s ® restaurant in Lahore, Pakistan. This marks the first of at least 25 Hardee’s restaurants to be opened in Pakistan within the next five years. The franchised Hardee’s restaurant is operated by MDS Foods Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Super Asia Group, a leading home appliances and automotive company ... 2010-03-24 10:47:20 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsweet-taste-of-sparkling-success Ferry Biedermann Patchi Founder and Chairman Nizar Choucair enjoying one of his chocolates, made the same way it was when he was a 12 year old boy. Bryan... 2010-03-24 10:51:13 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-franchise-market-to-grow-by-25 The franchise industry in the Middle East is seeing prolific growth as international and local brands look for greater market penetration. Seen as an ideal business model for small to medium enterprises (SMEs), the Middle East's franchise industry is estimated to be worth $30bn, with an average annual growth rate of 25%. Fuelling this growth is the mammoth retail explosion currently being witnes... 2010-03-24 11:14:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postruby-tuesday-franchise-expands-in-middle-east-and-uk-2 Also launches international franchising for Wok Hay, Asian Casual Dining Franchise Ruby Tuesday, a casual dining chain, has entered into new international franchise agreements for the development of its brand in the Middle East and the UK. The company has also granted franchise rights for Wok Hay, an Asian-focused casual dining concept, in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Chile. The compa... 2010-03-24 11:16:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postshop-direct-plans-franchise-deal-to-bring-woolworths-back-from-the-dead-2 LONDON Cash-poor in life, Woolworths has in death become rich in imitators with two new versions opening up this year. Now the owner of the Woolworths brand is believed to be looking to relaunch stores on the UK high street. The final Woolworths closed in January after an estimated £385m debt drove the company into administration at the end of 2008. Since then two versions of the store, Wellwort... 2010-03-24 11:19:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postluxury-retailers-bet-on-mideast-to-boost-sales (MENAFN - Times of Oman) In the current global economic scenario, the Middle East luxury market is proving to be a safe bet for luxury retailers worldwide. Luxury goods manufacturer Montblanc recently announced the opening of its boutique in Oman. Louis Vuitton, the flagship brand of LVMH, announced plans to open its first store in Lebanon. In the coming months, the French luxury retailer, Van Cl... 2010-03-24 11:30:49 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postruby-tuesday-expands-in-middle-east-uk From Staff Reports Originally published: November 16. 2009 7:30PM Last modified: November 16. 2009 8:25PM Ruby Tuesday continue... 2010-03-24 11:34:24 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmedicine-shoppe-pharmacy-franchise-expands-presence-to-middle-east-beginning-with-uae Medicine Shoppe International, Inc. (MSI) is expanding its global presence into the Middle East this fall with five Medicine S... 2010-03-24 11:36:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmarrybrown-to-open-more-outlets-in-m%e2%80%99sia-overseas CHENNAI: Malaysia’s largest homegrown fast-food chain, Marrybrown Fried Chicken Sdn Bhd, plans to opens 35 outlets in the country and overseas next year. Group managing director Nancy Liew told a press conference that 20 outlets would be set up in Malaysia and the rest in the Middle Eastern, African and Asia-Pacific countries. “We will franchise the rights of Marrybrown Fried Chicken for the... 2010-03-24 11:39:29 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlandmark-of-dubai-may-have-abandoned-hotel-plan-for-india-2 Mumbai: Landmark Group, the Dubai based retail giant which runs the Lifestyle stores in India, has decided to shelve its plans to enter hospitality business in the country, according to industry sources. The management of the group, which first announced hospitality plans in 2007 through its subsidiary Citymax Hotels India Pvt Ltd (CHIPL), is understood to have called off the plans citing unfavou... 2010-03-24 11:41:02 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlaura-ashley-enters-middle-east-home-furnishings-and-interiors-market-strengthens-partnership-with-al-aqili-for-regional-foray Laura Ashley Enters Middle East Home Furnishings And Interiors Market; Strengthens Partnership With Al Aqili For Regional Foray • The British Consul General in Dubai, Guy Warrington opens the flagship Laura Ashley Home outlet at Mercato, Jumeirah • Popular UK-based brand kicks off entry into Home Decor Retail with 2009 Autumn-Winter collection • Projects a growth in regional spending on qu... 2010-03-24 11:43:18 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postharrahs-sets-sights-on-eastern-europe-2 Harrah's Entertainment Inc. this week disclosed its interest in managing a casino in Slovakia, part of the gambling company's ongoing search for low-cost expansion in Eastern Europe. The Las Vegas-based company has signed a non-binding letter of intent with TriGranit, a Hungarian developer, to manage casinos and hotels that would be part of a $2 billion mixed development known as "Metropolis" out... 2010-03-24 11:45:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmcdonalds-to-sell-potato-burger-fries-in-india McDonald's Corp. is staking its future in India on burgers made from mashed potatoes, peas and spices. Sumil Mittal says it's a good bet. Mittal, 19, sits beneath the golden arches at a McDonald's in Ambala, a small town 125 miles north of New Delhi. He is eating the vegetarian McAloo Tikki sandwich, with french fries and a Coke, before seeing the new Bollywood movie, "Wake Up Sid." "It's a chan... 2010-03-24 11:47:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmore-business-groups-can-tap-govt-scheme By Francis Chan BUSINESS associations and chambers can now tap a multimillion-dollar government scheme to help members deal with the challenging times - and to prepare for the upturn ahead. Trade and Industry Minister Lim Hng Kiang said the Local Enterprise and Association Development (Lead) programme has been extended to cover non-industry specific business organisations. Set up in 2005, Lead ... 2010-03-24 11:54:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postoffice-depot-launches-back-to-school-collection-2 Office Depot Inc., a successful and flourishing global supplier of office products, played its unique and exciting 'Win Your Steps' game at The Avenues Mall inviting all kids visiting the mall to enjoy an evening filled with fun, entertainment and great prizes out of the new Office Depot Back To School collection. Children of all age groups gathered around the big and colorful playing field waiti... 2010-03-24 11:56:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/post1060 SunCity Ventures, a Bahrain-based company, recently hosted the renowned Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor at their office in Manama, as both parties signed a franchisee agreement for the opening of 'The Yellow Chilli', deliciously different Indian Food, in Bahrain. ... 2010-03-24 12:03:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaustralian-franchisors-planning-the-key-for-international-franchise-success-expansion-in-india-and-china Any international franchisor will attest that an unexpected email from China or India offering US$250,000 for the right to sell franchises in one of those countries is tempting, particularly when overseeing the expansion on your own is such hard work. But signing over a master franchise agreement for a big cheque is rarely the money spinner it appears to be. Few franchise operations overseas turn... 2010-03-24 12:13:47 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbooming-waitrose-franchise-to-expand-in-scotland-middle-east-thailand-and-india 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-h... 2010-03-24 12:17:34 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfinding-a-place-in-a-crowded-world Sacoor Brothers has made branding modifications in keeping with local sensibilities, says Gonçalo Veloso. (DENNIS B MALLARI) By David Tusing on Friday, August 28, 2009 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. In a playing field already flooded with some of ... 2010-03-24 12:20:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postholiday-inn-officially-opens-on-jordans-dead-sea August 31, 2009 // Franchising.com // Dead Sea, Jordan - InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announced the opening of its second Holiday Inn property in Jordan and its first on the world famous Dead Sea. The Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea offers visitors to what is widely described as a natural wonder of the world the reliability, friendly service and modern facilities for which the Holiday In... 2010-03-24 12:23:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpayless-shoe-to-expand-into-russia Collective Brands Inc. is expected to announce Tuesday that it is expanding its Payless ShoeSource retail chain into Russia with franchise partner M.H. Alshaya. The Topeka, Kan., footwear company, known for its affordable line of shoes by top fashion designers, plans to open stores beginning in 2010 in Russia. The agreement calls for between 95 and 150 stores to be built within five years. Alshay... 2010-03-24 12:25:07 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcuban-restaurant-franchise-opens-in-beirut Since Wednesday, Mar 10, Cuban traditional cuisine-loving Lebaneses 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.... 2010-03-24 12:45:00 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/poststella-mccartney-to-open-in-dubai-expands-in-the-middle-east-region LONDON, FEBRUARY 4, 2009. Stella McCartney continues its expansion in the Middle East region with the opening of the first store in Dubai, which follows the stores recently opened in Bahrain and Kuwait. A location in Qatar will follow in two weeks, while Jeddah and Riyadh are due to open later this spring, totalling six stores in the Middle East by the middle of 2009. Stella McCartney’s pres... 2010-03-24 13:00:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-as-a-career-option-for-students Are you a student, considering entrepreneurship? Have you not determined which business would really excite you? Are you the one that fears failing and do not have a strong conviction. Are you looking for an additional income source? Finding it difficult to locate a suitable job? Would you be considering bank funds to start your business? If you answered a YES to any of the qu... 2010-03-25 13:23:29 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-in-morocco-north-africa Mr. Abderrahmane Belghiti, Chairman, Moroccan Franchise Federation, shares some insights. Franchising in Morocco was born in the '60ies, when brands such Avis... 2010-03-30 10:45:17 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postkey-moroccan-franchise-contacts Fédération Marocaine de la Franchise (FMF) Président : Mr Abderrahmane BELGHITI. Address : Angle rue Ain Taoujdate et rue Ain Ifrane Résidence Kacimi 2 éme ét... 2010-03-30 10:48:39 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmorocco-franchise-market-information Franchising in Morocco Although franchising in Morocco started in the 60’s, it has only flourished during the last 15 years to become a real i... 2010-03-30 10:50:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmoroccos-franchise-sector-clocks-18-growth It seems that the franchise sector is really doing well in Morocco. It has registered over the last ten years an average annual growth of about 18%. There are now 3,653 outlets and 407 franchise networks in Morocco, according to the statistics of the department in charge of domestic trade presented in a conference held on Thursday in Safi. ... 2010-03-30 10:55:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlaura-ashley-enters-middle-east-home-furnishings-and-interiors-market-2 Laura Ashley Home, the popular UK-based brand with 50 years of heritage in innovation of designs, patterns, fabrics, textures and a renowned global name in home décor today announced foraying into the Middle East home furnishings and interiors market in partnership with its region... 2010-04-01 13:20:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfat-expansion-for-burger-chain Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit this week announced its latest Middle East launch sche... 2010-04-15 11:41:18 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlaunch-of-boots-retail-brand-into-saudi-arabia-with-first-store-opening New Jeddah outlet offers Saudi Arabian customers a large selection of internationally trusted healthcare, skincare products and toilet... 2010-04-15 11:51:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsecond-cup-steams-into-abu-dhabi Young Emirati to operate first outlet in capital Second Cup, the specialist coffee house with branches across the Middle East, has expanded into ... 2010-04-15 12:14:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmoes-signs-first-international-development-deal Moe's Southwest Grill has signed an agreement to take the Fresh Mex chain into international territory. Moe's has sold a master franchise agreement to develop the concept in Turkey with master licensee David Ergisi. He plans to open the first of 40 Moe’s locations in September in Istanbul’s Sapphire Towers, the city’s tallest building. Moe’s president Paul Damico said Turkey is one of sev... 2010-04-15 12:30:34 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postuaes-grooming-franchise-to-expand-globally UAE's Grooming Franchise to expand globally The Grooming Company... 2010-04-23 15:11:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postunited-spirits-explores-global-franchising-plans Franchising is definitely flourishing with a lot more established players are now  exploring this idea. In India, previously,... 2010-04-27 13:03:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-franchises-arab-franchising Ruby Tuesday, a US-based restaurant chain, has signed a new franchise agreement with Global Brands Qatar. In line with the deal, Global Brands Qatar plans to develop and operate three Ruby Tuesdays, primarily in the city of Doha, over the next five years. This agreement will bring the total number of Ruby Tuesdays to be developed in the Middle East to approximately 45 50 including locations in Sau... 2010-04-30 13:23:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-childrens-franchises Leading childrens art education franchise company, announced its recent expansion into a number of key international markets in an effort to introduce their childrens education brand beyond the States. International franchising rights were first granted in Shanghai, China in January and most recently to a new franchisor in Kuwait. KidzArt is the first childrens art education brand to develop it... 2010-04-30 13:36:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfitness-franchise-to-target-the-uae Owners to develop The Little Gym locations in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Egypt, Bahrain, Syria, Oman, Qatar, Iran, Cyprus, Jordan, Morocco, Algeria, Mauritania, Tunisia, Libya, Sudan, Iraq and Yemen. They will also assist those who join the franchise in opening and operating their locations, providing business training, site-selection and site-design assistance, operational c... 2010-04-30 14:05:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchises-in-kuwait-franchising-opportunities Fitness Franchise in the Middle East, Little Gym International, franchisor of gyms providing curriculum based development programs to children aged 4 months to 12 years old, has entered into a master franchise agreement with an existing franchise owner in Kuwait City, they will now seek prospective single-and multi-unit franchise owners to develop The Little Gym locations in the United Arab Emirat... 2010-04-30 14:14:48 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/post1313 Why Silver and not Gold? Gold is hoarded ( Mined, Bought & Stored ), Silver is a commodity used by industry never to be recovered but also bought & stored, both are considered as the only true "Real Money" that there is in the world, the paper money that we use has no intrinsic value except the value of the paper, ink and a promise from world governm... 2010-04-30 14:26:03 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgulf-franchises-for-sale-uae Supplyco (Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation) has planned to set up its franchisee stalls across different Middle East countries. The fully government owned company; Supplyco is engaged in assuring food security to the 30 million people of Kerala. The company offers life’s essentials at reasonable prices and caters to the needs of both the rural poor and the urban rich. Supplyco was Supplyc... 2010-04-30 14:30:05 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postproperty-franchises-expand-in-dubai Dubai Franchise Opportunity The RE/MAX Property Franchise Middle East growth. There are 3 new countries in the Middle East are being introduced to the RE/MAX real estate franchise. RE/MAX franchise rights for Lebanon, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have been purchased and offices will open soon in all three countries, bringing to 50 the number of countries with RE/MAX franchises. In 2002,... 2010-04-30 14:36:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postrestaurant-franchise-opens-more-units-in-the-middle-east Restaurant Franchise Burger King opened its 200th restaurant in the Middle East region, at Dubai International Airport Terminal 3, the restaurant was inaugurated by Samer Khawashki, vice president of Olayan Financing Company, whose subsidiary Hana International Company Ltd, is the master franchisee for Burger King restaurants in Mena region. The Fast Food Franchise Burger King has opened its 200th... 2010-04-30 14:44:02 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttexas-roadhouse-signs-first-international-franchise-agreement-for-middle-east Louisville, KY 6th May 2010:Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH) announced that it would open its first restaurants outside of the United ... 2010-05-10 11:06:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postindian-chef-sanjeev-kapoor-franchises-his-restaurants-yellow-chilli-in-saudi-arabia RIYADH: Sanjeev Kapoor, the celebrated TV host of India's best cookery show, has entered into a business agreement with the Riyadh-based Catering Services Corpora... 2010-05-10 11:34:40 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postindia-impact-of-3g-auctions-on-franchising 20th May 2010:(FranchiseExpo.in Exclusive) Finally, after years of waiting, the Indian Cell Phone Consumer will finally be able to enjoy high speed internet access and various other allied services. One would definitely want to consider what would be the impact of 3G services for franchisors, franchisees and the community alike. A quick peek into 3G Auct... 2010-05-20 11:01:17 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postc-house-coffee-shop-c-house-by-nicolas-jebran ... 2010-06-02 11:01:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postpho-hoa-noodle-soup We are a U.S. based corporation and is the developer and owner of Pho Hoa Noodle Soup in the United S... 2010-06-02 11:14:01 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmrs-fields Delicious desserts and warm smiles. These are the things that have taken Mrs. Fields Cookies from one small store in Palo Alto to intern... 2010-06-02 11:26:59 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwingers Casual Themed Grill & Bar that combines amazing food with an extraordinary experience. Winger's signature items are it's Wings & Sticky ... 2010-06-02 11:42:36 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcrazy-doughs-pizza Crazy Dough's Pizza is the next generation of Pizza Fast Casual Concepts and is ... 2010-06-02 12:11:29 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttcby TCBY®, the leader in frozen yogurt market innovations for over 25 years, has always provided consistently delicious treats to millions of loyal customers... 2010-06-02 12:25:07 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-lessons-from-2010-world-cup 25th June 2010: I enjoy taking business lessons from non-business niche. This time, I take areflection and philosophical look at 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Of course, I enjoy the football/soccer games, but I also enjoy the wealth of lessons I can benefit from for my entrepreneurial journey. 2010 World Cup is full of surprises. Check out how New Zealand (#78 FIFA world ranking) can hold t... 2010-06-25 05:53:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/post14-july-2010-sale-talks-landmark-group is understood to be in talks to buy a unit of Al Hokair, a deal that includes the Middle East franchise of Fitness First. Al Hokair Group, the Saudi leisure conglomerate, is u... 2010-07-15 09:23:11 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsaudi-success-comes-with-sprinkles-for-baskin-robbins-franchise Baskin Robbins plans to open about 30 stores in Saudi Arabia from a total of 50 openings for the Gulf. July 10 2010: Food costs have helped i... 2010-07-21 09:04:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postgaladari-ice-cream-company-middle-east-master-franchisee-scoops-450th-baskin-robbins-store June 24, 2009: 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 ... 2010-07-21 09:12:22 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwomen-entrepreneurs-take-on-to-new-business-ideas-in-bahrain New business ideas paying off BAHRAIN women are proving they can compete in a sector dominated mostly by men thanks to new and innovative businesses. A... 2010-07-26 11:15:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinternational-food-franchise-forum-in-dubai-on-8-june-2010 Middle East investors, financiers, food & retail developers and franchisors will be strongly represented at the International Food Franchise Forum (IFFF) being held in Dubai on June 8th. Ken Adams, President, World Franchise Associates (WFA) USA, an international franchise development, marketing and media company, announced ... 2010-07-26 11:40:30 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-challenges-of-franchising-in-uae Although I am retired now, I always found the prospects of entering additional foreign markets interesting. It is actually quite fun to create the regional variations in your business model to succeed. In a franchising company there are even more dynamics to consider. After all, you have a successful model, which has prompted others to contac... 2010-07-26 11:50:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-and-north-africa-amongst-the-most-exciting-retail-detinations-globally-for-growth Middle East and North Africa Region Most Exciting Destination for Retail Growth According to 9th Global Retail Development Index Emerging Market Retailers Target Developed Markets for Expansion. ... 2010-07-26 11:56:27 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmucho-burrito-set-to-open-first-restaurant-in-muscat-oman-launches-expansion-initiative-with-signing-of-master-franchisee-agreement As the Middle East's food service industry continues to attract more international names from the fast casual restaurant sector, one Canadian chain is bringing a new wave of flavor intensity, gourmet Mexican options and freshly made ingredients to the region. Mucho Burrito, which opens its first location in the Middle East later ... 2010-07-26 12:01:21 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdanube-buildmart-eyes-global-franchise-expansion-africamiddle-east-india-china-on-radar 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 franchise networks. This follows the opening of the first Danube BUILDMART branch at in India, which ... 2010-07-26 12:22:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postextreme-pita-and-purblendz-look-to-put-a-%e2%80%98wrap%e2%80%99-on-the-middle-east July 21, 2010: Mississauga, Ontario CANADA: A revitalized take on the 2,000-year-old staple bread – the pita – will soon wrap up the Middle East, as ... 2010-07-29 14:33:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsaudi-franchising-market-reaches-us1-billion-to-grow-by-up-to-12-annually 27th July 2010: Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) franchising market has been estimated to be worth SAR 3.75 billion (U... 2010-07-29 15:14:06 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbritish-franchise-chain-alliance-boots-plans-strategic-development-for-middle-east-and-north-africa 26th July 2010: British Retailer, Alliance Boots, a pharmacy and beauty retail chain will prepare for a major push into Africa and the Middle East with the purchase of one of Turkey’s biggest drug wholesalers. Alliance Boots will take full control of Hedef Alliance in a deal thought to value the Turkish company at more than £600m. (To read ... 2010-07-29 15:51:13 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchisees-prosper-when-their-franchisor-provides-a-marketing-machine-got-one If your goal is to promote successful franchising and sell more franchises, focus on creating a marketing machine for your franchisees. That will set you apart from most of the franchise companies that are trying to sell franchises today. Marketing is one of the components that differentiates the successful franchise companies from those that are struggling. Successful marketing separates the pros... 2010-08-07 01:41:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfive-lessons-franchisors-can-learn-from-network-marketers-to-expand-and-build-their-franchise-companies Franchise companies tend to think of themselves as a level or two (at least) above multi-level marketing (MLM) companies, but having worked in both industries I have discovered that MLMers (or network marketers) do some things more efficiently and effectively than do many franchisors. Five lessons Here are five ways you can borrow from the MLM community and help your franchise... 2010-08-07 01:41:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcoffee-bean-roasts-israeli-master-franchisee Says all master franchisee branches must close by 8th August 2010 ... 2010-08-07 09:24:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postconde-nast-to-open-restaurants-licensed-on-its-magazine-titles ... 2010-08-07 09:46:32 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchising-in-nepal [caption id="attachment_1591" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The newly opened City Centre Mall in Kathmandu, boosting Retail and Franchise Business"]... 2010-08-30 11:07:22 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postkuwait-subway-franchisee-helps-in-pakistan-flood-relief [caption id="attachment_1597" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Subway Franchise Restaurant in the Middle East Region"]... 2010-09-08 05:37:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postautomobile-franchises-to-participate-in-middle-east%e2%80%99s-first-automobile-expo [caption id="attachment_1601" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Liberty Automobiles is the Largest General Motors Franchisee / Dealership in Middle East"]... 2010-09-08 07:21:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinternational-food-franchises-find-ways-to-cater-to-the-indian-palette [caption id="attachment_1606" align="alignleft" width="180" caption="Baskin Robbins is the most successful icecream franchise in India, thanks to its very Indian products. "]... 2010-09-08 11:17:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-agreement-in-australia-important-issues [caption id="attachment_1610" align="alignleft" width="201" caption="Alan Branch @ Donaldson Walsh Lawyers, Australia"][/ca... 2010-10-14 10:07:47 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postchoosing-the-right-route-to-introduce-your-franchise-business [caption id="attachment_1614" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Franchising and Licensing Association @ Singapore"]... 2010-10-14 10:22:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postasia-franchises-see-strong-growth-amid-economic-slowdown-in-the-west [caption id="attachment_1614" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Franchising and Licensing Association @ Singapore"]... 2010-10-14 10:30:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-brands-llc-to-purchase-taco-del-mar%c2%ae [caption id="attachment_1619" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Taco Del Mar Food Franchise Business now sold to Franchise Brands LLC"]... 2010-10-19 06:39:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsubway-opens-100th-outlet-in-uae-44th-in-kuwait-and-41st-in-saudi-arabia [caption id="attachment_1624" align="alignleft" width="225" caption="Subway Opens 100th Outlet in UAE, 44th in Kuwait, and 41st in Saudi Arabia"]... 2010-10-19 07:36:17 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postblues-clothing-company-to-launch-turkish-clothing-franchise [caption id="attachment_1632" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Blues Clothing Company to launch Turkish Clothing Franchise"]... 2010-10-19 10:47:51 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postedible-arrangements-signs-master-franchisee-agreement-in-jordan [caption id="attachment_1638" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Edible Arrangements Signs Master Franchisee Agreement in Jordan"]... 2010-10-19 11:24:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthai-training-franchise-aims-to-build-stock-knowledge 11th October 2010: The stock market may be better than property or gold when it comes to consistently attractive returns over a long term, but it still carries high risk. Time is another factor. Before investing in the stock market, traders must take the time to monitor news about each stock they are interested in from a variety of sources and consult their brokers. People's desire to learn mor... 2010-10-20 05:29:36 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postreviewing-dubai-based-landmark-group-one-of-the-region%e2%80%99s-largest-and-fastest-growing-retail-operations It came as no surprise to hear that Dubai-based group Landmark plans acquisitions worth around $1 billion over the next year, given that its announcement followed immediately the reports that Thomas Reuters has ranked the UAE as the most acquisitive Middle Eastern country. But in fact, the announcement would have come as no surprise anyway, even in these trying times, as the group has been in and ... 2010-10-20 06:15:44 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmarks-spencer-departmental-store-franchise-bows-down-to-desi-demands In India, the analogy, sell as the locals buy applies quite well. Marks & Spencer is an example of yet another international player tailoring its offerings for the local market The sheer size of the Indian market and to an extent its inflexibility is driving multinational companies to adapt, adjust and customise products for desi tastes, sensibilities and size. The latest to fall in line is... 2010-10-20 06:55:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdarden-in-deal-with-americana-group-to-bring-some-of-its-brands-to-the-middle-east 19th October 2010: Darden's Restaurants Inc. is working with Americana Group to develop and run its Red Lobster, Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse brands in the Middle East. Terms were not disclosed. "The Middle East is an attractive, growing market that has shown a strong affinity for American brands, especially American dining brands," Darden Chairman and CEO Clarence Otis said in a statemen... 2010-10-20 07:24:07 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postkuwaiti-retailer-alshaya-seeks-to-increase-stores-chairman-says M.H. Alshaya Co., a Kuwaiti retailer with Middle East franchising rights for companies including Starbucks Corp. and Hennes & ... 2010-11-02 12:24:59 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-noodle-house-bucks-trend-to-expand-regionally-and-internationally Expansion announcements and news about increased performances of different companies from various industries have been... 2010-11-04 08:14:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttcl-india-plans-franchise-expansion TCL India Holdings Pvt. Ltd, a 100 per cent subsidiary of TCL Corporation a China based company, is eyeing to expand its dealership network in the eastern an... 2010-11-04 08:25:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posthighlight-of-business-operations Franchise fees and royalties increased by 8.8% to $1,428,000 in the second quarter fiscal 2011 as compared to $1,312,000 in the second quarter fiscal 2010. Total royalties were $1,260,000 in the second quarter fiscal 2011 as compared to $1,162,000 in the second quarter fiscal 2010. During the second quarter fiscal 2011, we did not recognize revenue of $2,000 for royalties deemed to be uncollectibl... 2010-11-08 04:41:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-tasty-tangles-comes-to-mumbai Jumeirah Restaurants has partnered with Dish Hospitality Pvt Ltd to open 'The Tasty Tangles' the restaurant, which has a seating c... 2010-11-12 12:43:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-agencies-and-franchise-exhibition-atex-2011 Event Description Venue: Jeddah International Exhibition Center Country: Saudi Arabia Start date: Sunday, January 16 - 2011 End date: Wednesday, January 19 - 2011 Website: http://www.atex-ksa.com The first of its kind show to provide a platform for more than 300 companies from over 35 countries to explore business opportunities with leading Saudi business firms. Find new agents, sign new franchise... 2010-11-12 13:14:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaussie-franchisor-mr-rental-wins-award [caption id="attachment_1699" align="alignleft" width="217" caption="Mr. Rental considers overseas franchise expansion. "]... 2010-11-22 03:33:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnew-zealand-natural-ice-cream-chain-comes-to-uae [caption id="attachment_1706" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="New Zealand Natural, Icrecream Franchise Now in UAE "]... 2010-11-23 05:03:13 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchisees-are-you-paying-the-right-franchise-fee [caption id="attachment_1709" align="alignleft" width="135" caption="Are you paying the Right Franchise Fee? "]... 2010-11-23 05:22:51 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postadvaya-hospitality-chain-coming-to-india [caption id="attachment_1712" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Advaya Hospitality Comes to India"]... 2010-11-23 05:28:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postnew-zealand-franchisor-burger-fuel-opens-fifth-middle-east-location Middle East is the new emerging market for international gourmet food franchisors... 2010-11-25 05:15:53 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcisco-burger-launches-international-franchise-efforts Cisco Burger USA announces the expansion of its franchising efforts to new International markets. The first location and model store is located in Long Beach... 2010-12-09 02:28:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwomens-wear-brand-w-to-go-international-india-middle-east 28th Dec. 2010: Delhi-based TCNS Clothing Company that owns women's wear brand 'W' today said it is exploring opportunities to introduce the label in international markets, besides expanding domestic retail operations. As a part of India expansion, the company plans to set up 100 exclusive 'W' stores in the country including tier II and tier III cities by March 2012. Some of these stores are fr... 2011-01-04 13:10:25 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcalifornia-fresh-food-franchise-to-expand-into-middle-east Santa Maria-based California ... 2011-01-04 13:17:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaussie-franchisor-retail-food-group-acquires-esquires-coffee An Australian food franchisor has agreed to buy the Australasian rights to the Esquires Coffee Houses chain from an Auckland family. The Gold Coast-based ... 2011-01-04 13:22:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdubais-gallery-one-reveals-15m-global-expansion-plans Dubai-based retailer Gallery One is seeking $15m in investment to help launch over 100 stores worldwide as part of an aggressive expansion plan outside the Middle East region, its CEO has said. “We’re going public with the statement that we want to have 100 stores, and we reckon – with the combination of home and franchise stores – we can get to that 100 with about $15m,” Gallery One ... 2011-01-05 13:48:27 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlandmark-group-officially-launches-the-first-centrepoint-in-city-mall [caption id="attachment_1776" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The launch of City Mall in Beirut, Lebanon"][/caption] Landmark Group, one of the retail and ... 2011-01-08 05:18:16 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdixie-cream-donut-co-us-awards-middle-east-franchise-rights 05 Jan 2011 - Tulsa-based Beautiful Brands signed a deal with a company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to put Dixie Cream Donut Co. stores in Iraq, Syria, Qatar, Jordan and the UAE. The deal could put 100 stores in the region and continue to expand the Beautiful Brands footprint internationally. “Some companies are afraid of going into Iraq and other countries in the Middle East,” said ... 2011-01-08 07:14:24 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postjust-falafel-aims-to-become-largest-falafel-franchise-globally Just Falafel, the first specialized falafel restaurant in the UAE, has global aspirations to become the largest franchised falafel chain in the Middle East and ... 2011-01-15 12:55:47 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postjoelle-mardinian-launches-maison-de-joelle-at-arabian-center In the presence of HH Dr. Hind Al Qasimi, Chairperson, Emirates Business Women's Council, Arabian Center, the latest hotspot for shopping, leisure and entertainment announced the opening of "Maison De Joelle", owned by the makeup artist Joelle Mardinian, and a TV presenter of hugely popular, prime-time TV “Joelle show on MBC1. The opening was attended by many media figures from MBC and other VIP... 2011-01-17 06:48:14 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postmiddle-east-set-for-increased-economic-growth-prospects-in-2011 Analysts worldwide have revised growth prospects for most developed and emerging markets. In the post-crisis world, decoupling will intensify, regionally and globally. Inflation and higher interest rates will be inevitable, while in the GCC, the foundations for a sustainable knowledge economy are just being put in place. According to Gary Dugan, chief investment officer, private banking, Emirates... 2011-01-18 10:34:55 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postdesigner-lebanese-chocolate-shop-wedding-day-happy-day-opens-in-dubai Wedding Day & Happy Day, an established Lebanese chocolate franchise, has finally opened its doors in Dubai, making it its third branch in the region. After the r... 2011-01-18 11:07:09 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaward-winning-russos-new-york-pizzeria-at-dubai-gulfood-2011 ... 2011-01-28 12:20:51 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postengel-voelkers-middle-east Tapping into new markets together – securing long term competitiveness. Leading instead of following! Why Engel & Völkers? • A leading real estate company, specializing in the buying and selling of high-end residential properties in top locations. • An expanding franchising system that has opened 395 shops in the last five years, including 14 shops in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman ... 2011-01-28 12:21:24 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise-in-saudi-arabia we are a franchise marketing and trading firm in saudi arabia we intend to got an exclusive master distributorship kindly inform us about your conditions, send the agrrment if you can businessgroup@aol.com ... 2011-01-28 12:21:39 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postthe-cheesecake-factory-announces-international-expansion The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ: CAKE) today announced it has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with the Kuw... 2011-02-02 07:33:04 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaccor-sees-54-hotels-in-middle-east-by-2014-says-md French hotel group Accor said Monday it plans to open five ibis hotels across the Gulf by 2014 as part ... 2011-02-02 10:16:38 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postzpizza-expanding-in-brea-ca Irvine, CA, January 26, 2011, 2010 —Zpizza, the fast casual gourmet pizza chain known as “The pure one”, has fi... 2011-02-02 10:27:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postaustralian-companies-in-middle-east-claim-business-as-usual-but-keeping-an-eye-on-protests Businesses operating in the Middle East claim they are unaffected by the civil unrest but say they are keeping a close eye on the situation to ensure their companies are not affected if it spreads. The comments come as the Egyptian military has confirmed it will allow protestors to continue their demonstrations in Cairo, saying in a statement that it ... 2011-02-02 10:48:35 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttim-hortons-partners-with-dubai-group-to-open-120-restaurants Coffee chain Tim Hortons announced Friday it has signed a deal with Dubai-based Apparel... 2011-02-05 10:44:50 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsupergroup-maintains-sales-momentum Superdry fashion firm SuperGroup posted another stellar performance as it revealed its sales continued to soar in January. The group, which targets the youth fashion market and operates 59 stand-alone outlets as well as 70 concessions, said UK retail sales increased 91.8% on a year ago to £61.4 million in the three months to January 30. The sales growth in January has barely slowed since the last... 2011-02-11 10:28:36 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postinterview-to-patrick-lahoud-from-colombiano-coffee-house We are pleased to introduce you Patrick Lahoud, Sales & Marketing Manager at Colo... 2011-02-19 08:52:10 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postzinc-invision-singapore-thailand-plans-28-hotels-in-the-middle-east Zinc InVision Hospitality plans to invest up to US$180 million to brand and operate 28 hotels in the Middle East and North Africa region by 2020. The group’s regional flagship property, called Zinc Edge, will be located in downtown Jebel Ali, Dubai, and will open by 2014. Zinc InVision is also in talks with local developers to launch its first property in Dubai by 2012. Zinc InVision is a ... 2011-02-19 10:26:46 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/posttruworths-boosts-h1-profit-mulls-share-buybacks JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Truworths, South Africa's biggest listed clothing retailer, posted a 19 percent rise in first-half profit as lower interest rates boost consumer spending and said it was considering M&A or buying back shares. Truworths, which runs 250 stores of the same name across South Africa, said on Monday diluted headline earnings per share totalled 242.7 cents in the 26 weeks to Dece... 2011-02-28 05:48:08 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postanytime-fitness-to-flex-its-muscles-in-the-middle-east Anytime Fitness LLC, a leading franchiser of neighbourhood fitness clubs, soon will pump up its presence in an unusual location. Anytime said this week that a master franchise agreement has been signed with the marketing division of Doha, Qatar-based Almuftah Group to open its first three fitness clubs there by July. Qatar, a small, wealthy peninsular state in the Persian Gulf, is home to about 1... 2011-02-28 05:57:42 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postscots-tyre-recycling-technology-franchise-deal-with-spanish A FLEDGLING Scottish biotechnology company has sold a franchise on its unique method for recycling tyres to a Spanish firm, and is planning to open its own facility in Grangemouth. Recyclatech Group was set up in 2006 after researchers at Napier University in Edinburgh found a way of devulcanising rubber using bacteria, opening the way for car tyres to be fully recycled. Since then, the company ha... 2011-02-28 06:03:27 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcold-stone-creamery-expands-into-three-new-countries-in-2011 ... 2011-03-11 07:12:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postcompanies_see_b The Franchising Middle East (FME), the largest international franchise expo in the Middle East region, saw local and international brands maximising on new business opportunities in the region. The FME concluded on March 16 after providing three days of business opportunities, industry education and networking. More than 3,400 visitors attended the exhibition, which showcased 50 companies from 17 ... 2011-03-30 05:59:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwyndham_to_fran Parsippany (New Jersey) Mar 26 (IBNS): Wyndham Hotel Group, part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies recently announced that they have entered into an agreement with Chatwal Hotels & Resorts, LLC, gaining exclusive rights to franchise and manage its Dream... 2011-03-30 06:33:59 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postlion_capital_ag 25th March 2011: Lion capital, majority owner of noodle chain wagamama, has agreed to sell the business to Duke Street for a reported £215 million. ... 2011-04-04 05:52:26 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postbbis_dixie_crea   Beautiful Brands International has signed an agreement with Khalid Al-Sudairy to franchise and open at least 40 Dixie Cream Donut Company stores in Saudi Arabia. The deal marks the first Dixie Cream openings in Saudi Arabia. ... 2011-04-04 07:23:31 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/post10_things_to_le ... 2011-04-05 02:42:41 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postwhat_is_your_vi My response was: The advantage of keeping bad news from staff is that eventually they will not trust you, will search for rumours, ac... 2011-04-05 02:56:33 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postme_franchising_ Customers, colleagues and investors flocked to ME Franchising first annual Gala Dinner in Dubai. The guest list included names from around the world, including New Zealand, Sweden, India and Saudi Arabia and coincided with the company’s largest presence ever at the ... 2011-04-05 03:11:12 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postfranchise_and_c Top tips for franchising: 1. Make sure you engage with the right business partner for you. Look for someone who is not only financially secure but has the right knowledge, support, and experience for your venture. ... 2011-04-05 03:20:01 http://arabianfranchise.com/blog/postsubway_restaura Dubai, UAE   April 5, 2011: SUBWAY res... 2011-04-06 08:05:58