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HITIO Gym signs its first UK franchise agreement
The Norwegian gym chain, HITIO Gym, has signed its first UK franchise agreement, as part of the company’s international expansion programme.
Magazine: April/May 2019
Front cover feature: The Norwegian chain, HITIO Gym, has signed its first UK franchise agreement as part of the company’s international expansion programme. The first outlet is scheduled to open in South London this summer by BGB Fitness, an investment group.
BFA/HSBC Franchise Awards 2019 finalists announced
The BFA has announced the finalists for the annual BFA/HSBC Franchise Awards for franchisors and franchisees.
Neighborly adds Dream Doors to its home service brands
Neighborly, one of the world’s largest companies of home service brands has announced the acquisition of the UK franchise, Dream Doors.
Social media to help rural workers and farmers
A survey by Konzepts franchise highlighted that a lack of local jobs is the main barrier to those living in rural Britain gaining employment.
MF Pilates franchise launch by Matt Fiddes
Fitness and martial arts brand, Matt Fiddes, has announced the launch of a new franchise MF Pilates, with Megan Barton Hanson as its celebrity ambassador.
Jon Smith Subs’ franchise UK opening
Jon Smith Subs, the U.S. sandwich chain has landed in the UK after securing a six-figure finance facility from HSBC UK to open its first outlet in West London.
Franchise sector generates £17.2bn to the UK economy
Franchising in the UK is continuing to grow by 14 per cent in both its contribution to the UK economy and the number of people employed in franchising.
Dream Doors franchisees achieve impressive results
Newcomers to the business in 2019 will have the potential to earn a six-figure salary quickly, and benefit from joining one of the nation’s leading home-improvement brands.
Get off to a good start on your franchise journey
Pip Wilkins, chief executive of the BFA, explains why attending a franchise exhibition is the best way to start off your franchise journey.
Starbucks’ first UK franchisee has opened its 60th Starbucks outlet
Starbucks’ first UK franchisee, 23.5 Degrees, has opened its 60th Starbucks outlet. The new store in Sheffield has created 20 jobs for the local community.
Anytime Fitness launches its new gym design
Anytime Fitness has opened its first new look fitness club in the UK. The club, with a more open and functional layout features a modernised interior and overhauled colour scheme.
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