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Sun, sea and sausage rolls – Greggs eyes expansion abroad again
British bakery chain Greggs is opening its first overseas outlet in nearly two decades at Tenerife South Airport later this month, in partnership with Lagardere Travel Retail. The shop will sit in the international departures area and target the roughly…
Explore Franchise Opportunities at the International Franchise Show 2026
The International Franchise Show 2026, the UK’s premier event for aspiring business owners, returns to ExCeL London on 17–18 April. The two-day event brings together over 250 vetted franchise brands across more than 25 industries, providing attendees with the insights,…
Youtubers behind Sides on are the rise as Sidemen serve up new openings
Sides, the hot chicken concept founded by YouTubers Sidemen in partnership with Hero Brands, has built a reputation for bold, freshly cooked Nashville style fried chicken. Double dipped and double coated for extra crispiness, diners can choose their flavour level…
Eatphoria secures multi million pound backing from Italian investor TAN Food
Founded by Mohammad Shaikh and Arshad Shaikh, Eatphoria has grown from its UK-born flagship concept Wraps & Wings into a diversified multi-brand quick service restaurant group. The group UK QSR Eatphoria is the multi-brand quick service restaurant group behind its…
IFA Annual Convention 2026 – Las Vegas, 23-25 February
L’Express Franchise US will be attending the 66th Annual International Franchise Association Convention in 2026. As the largest and most influential gathering in franchising, IFA26 brings together franchisors, franchisees, suppliers, and industry leaders from across the country. Our team looks…
BFA elects new chair in historic move
Ruth Brown, Chief Operating Officer of Home Instead, has made history, becoming only thesecond woman to be appointed chair of the board of the British Franchise Association since itwas established in 1977. Brown was voted chair following the association’s annual…
Rapid Expansion of YouMeSushi – 14 new sites set to open in 2026
YouMeSushi has emerged as one of the UK’s fastest-growing sushi franchises. Since launching its flagship in London’s Marylebone district back in 2008, it is now established in 21 locations across London. YouMeSushi claims their sushi restaurants and take aways have…
Belhaven increases investment following launch of franchise model
The brewery business Belhaven has confirmed a fourfold increase in investment in 2025 following the launch of its pub franchise models amid concerns about rising business rates. A franchise model gaining momentum Almost £5 million was invested in its Scottish…
Wellbeing brand Noubalm moves into franchising
Organic skincare specialist Noubalm is entering the UK franchise market as demand for wellbeing-related businesses steps up. Noubalm’s USP is ethical values, holistic wellbeing and clean ingredients Its organic, medical-grade skincare and therapeutic aromatherapy products feed a fast-growing wellbeing industry.…
Greggs opens its 600th franchise outlet
Greggs has opened its 600th franchise outlet in the UK as it seeks to grow the business to capitalise on increasing consumer demand. The 600th outlet is in Stonecross Services in Bexwell with franchise partner Motor Fuel Group (MFG). Greggs…
