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- January 18, 2025
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Abu Dhabi to Host the 2nd Edition of Gulf Franchise Expo on February 15, 2025

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The Gulf Franchise Expo 2025, set to take place on February 15 at Le Royal Méridien, Abu Dhabi, is gearing up to be a landmark event for the franchising industry in the Gulf region. Organized by the Arab Business Media Group under the visionary leadership of Mr. Khaled Almaeena, this premier franchise gathering aims to showcase the vast opportunities the region offers to franchisors and franchisees alike. This one-day event will feature over 100 franchise brands, spanning diverse sectors such as food, beauty, health, and home services. From emerging startups to globally recognized giants, the Expo will bring together industry professionals, brand representatives, franchise executives, and aspiring entrepreneurs under one roof, fostering unparalleled networking opportunities. Event Highlights The Gulf Franchise Expo 2025 will deliver a multifaceted experience through: Dr. M.A. Babu, the Event Director, emphasized the Expo’s significance, stating, “This gathering is more than just an event. It’s a platform for potential franchisees to connect with successful regional and global franchisors, opening avenues for mutual growth and success.” Franchising in the GCC: A Flourishing Opportunity With participation from over 25 countries, the Expo underscores the Gulf region’s increasing prominence in the global franchising arena. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), including nations like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, offers a fertile ground for franchise ventures. Key drivers of this growth include favorable government policies, a robust consumer market, and the region’s strategic geographical location, serving as a gateway to Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. From food and beverage to retail and hospitality, the GCC’s franchise market spans a broad spectrum, enabling entrepreneurs to identify and seize niche opportunities. Franchising in the region thrives on collaboration, where franchisors contribute proven business models and brand expertise, while franchisees bring valuable local insights and resources to the table. A Global Platform for Growth As the Gulf Franchise Expo 2025 unfolds, it is poised to become a pivotal platform for aspiring franchisees and franchisors to explore the dynamic economic landscape of the GCC. Beyond its role as a networking event, the Expo stands as a testament to the region’s growing stature in the global franchising market, offering participants the tools and connections to achieve sustained growth. The Gulf Franchise Expo 2025 promises to be a transformative experience, driving forward the aspirations of individuals and businesses eager to harness the Gulf region’s immense franchise potential. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this groundbreaking event.

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- April 26, 2023
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Dubai based Meals N’ More Healthy vending Machine Franchise plans 100 Locations by 2025

Meals & More Vend cafe is a startup franchise that launched the first healthy vending machines in the UAE in response to an increasing number of forward-thinking companies who were asking for something other than junk food in their employee vending machines. Currently, the company is operating machines at four different locations. Those locations are JAFZA, JLT, Business Bay and Dubai Technologies Corporate Office located in Dubai. The company proposes to add over 100 machines over the coming 2 to 3 years in the UAE. Meals N More Dubai’s first 24X7 instant food vending machine, installs cutting edge vending Italian vending machines to make salads and meals available at the click of a button, requiring zero human intervention. Along with this novel element, Meals N’ More vending machines or kiosks offer an array of products from Healthy Salads,Veg and Non Veg Biriyanis, café-packed savories and bakery products to ready-to-eat  packaged food. Even though vending machines are not a new concept in the UAE, they are typically found in airports or at large workplaces. At the same time, their current offerings are limited to the chocolates, chips, cookies, cakes, colas and candies. These packaged foods and beverages are, understandably, regarded as unhealthy food options. Which Meals N more wishes to alter to Healthy and balanced options. Mr. Bijoy Anand Raghavan  and Mr. Yogesh Kamath receives the prestigious Arab Franchise “Innovative Franchise of the  Year award” from Dr. Eesa Mohammed Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai   Hence, the company began preparing their own fresh food from Cloud Kitchen and sees there platform as a Healthy food aggregator, which has revolutionized the vending industry in Dubai with its Affordable-meal- concept. “Our endeavor is to enable the fresh meals and meal plans through 100 per cent cashless, app-based and contactless stores and pantries, not only in office buildings but also in establishments such as hospitals, residential societies, educational institutes like colleges and in-transit as well through cabs and buses,” says Bijoy  Ananad Raghavan CEO of Meals N  ‘ More Vend Café. Meals N’ More vendcafe Also won the prestigious Arab Franchise “Innovative Franchise of the Year award” last year.

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- April 23, 2023
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Saudi Based Barn’s Halal Coffee Chain Eyes London Expansion

Saudi Based Premium Halal Coffee chain Barns has announced significant plans for expansion that will see it open UK outlets in various formats and has initial plan is to open 10 outlets in the city of London through franchise route. Saudi Arabian coffee chain Barn’s has announced international expansion plans and is targeting 1,000 stores globally by 2030.  The Saudi based largest coffee chain which operates 600 stores in the kingdom and the new franchise expansion initiative is initially targeting the United Kingdom, which Barn’s Coffee deems key growth markets. Sultan AL Mutlaq, Head of Franchising at the International Franchise Expo, London Speaking at the International Franchise Show event at ExCeL, London, Mr Sultan Al Mutlaq, Franchise Head of Barns Coffee said “We have ambitious plans to bring this extremely popular halal coffee concept from Saudi Arabia, initially with 10 stores in London. The next phase will be to expand into the other cities in the UK, in the coming years.” Founded in 1992 by the Al Amjaad Group, Barn’s currently operates more than 500 stores across Saudi Arabia, making it the Kingdom’s second largest chain behind US-based Dunkin The Jeddah-based company is planning to focus on drive-thru stores and smaller format sites, with initial international expansion likely to target fellow Middle East ,North African AND European markets. The coffee shop market is expected to continue with positive growth, with sales expected to reach £4.5 billion by 2027.The Franchise Industry in the United Kingdom  contributes £15 Billion to the UK economy – an increase of 46% over the past 10 years. The total number of people employed within franchising has now reached 621,000 – an increase of 70% over the past 10 years. There are now 48,600 franchise units in the united kingdom, a rise of 10% from 2015. There are also 935 business format franchise systems, around double of what there were 20 years ago. Barns Coffee at the recently concluded International Franchise Show at London.

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