Southeast Asia

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers expands into the Philippines with a five-unit agreement, its first development deal in Southeast Asia.

Software giant Daxko has acquired FitnessForce to enhance its membership management capabilities for international franchise brands and multi-location operators.

If there’s one word that defines what it takes to succeed in global franchising today, it’s “resilience.”

Crunch Fitness is a global fitness franchise with over 500 clubs worldwide, offering a unique blend of serious training and offbeat attitude with accessible pricing and welcoming atmosphere.

Revl Training, an Australian-founded premium group fitness franchise, has named fitness and wellness entrepreneur Allen Law as its global chairman as it prepares to expand into the U.S., New Zealand, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and the U.K.

Vaura Pilates, an athletic reformer Pilates experience owned by F45 Training, has named Luxe Fit Pilates its new master franchise partner that will grow the brand across Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

Moge Tee is a bubble tea and fresh fruit tea franchise with over 75 locations across the U.S. and a global unit count likely much higher.

Hooters International is opening four international locations year-to-date, with two more in development set to open by the end of the year.

A&W, the iconic American-food franchise, opened its 400th international location in Surabaya, Indonesia, representing a major landmark for the century-old brand.

Twin Peaks is expanding its international presence, opening new locations in Mexico City and preparing to expand within the market.

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A&W Restaurants posts a 13.5% increase in September comp-sales, expanding its presence in the Upper Midwest and Asia with new units and contributing to the brand's best annual performance in five years.

Big Boy announces expansion into Thailand, partnering with Destination Eats to bring the brand to Southeast Asia.

Tutor Doctor enters 2018 with strong international growth and climbing demand for individualized education, adding 102 new territories and reaching global milestones.

JAN-PRO's proven franchise model enables rapid international growth with 140 regional and country master franchisees and nearly 8,000 units worldwide.

FastSigns CEO Catherine Monson discusses the brand's international expansion, with a focus on growth in Central America and other regions.