United Arab Emirates

Second Cup Coffee has hired Kim Rezk as chief of staff and transformation as it prepares for international expansion.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill signs a master license agreement to develop the brand across Atlantic Canada’s provinces, led by a local restaurant owner and a UAE-based restaurateur.

RockSalt Pilates has named Stephanie Knepp chief operating officer as the boutique fitness brand builds its U.S.

Hangry Joe's new CEO Brandon Wilhelm focuses on building a better franchise system

Founded by Adrian Ramirez in 2012, RockSalt combines Pilates fundamentals with cardio, resistance, weights and choreography to create a high-energy, full-body workout centered on strength, movement and community.

The Texas-based burger franchise has signed a master franchise agreement with Great Foods USA to develop locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes recently signed a master franchise license agreement with Great USA Foods LLC- led by partners Nizar Shalwani and Roma Subazali- to expand its footprint in the United Arab Emirates.

Texas-based burger franchise MOOYAH has partnered with Great USA Foods LLC to expand the brand into Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The Middle East’s largest gym chain is integrating Hyrox-specific training and multi-club competitions across its facilities in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.

The next big wave of business growth isn’t happening at home; it’s unfolding across borders.

Pilates and yoga studios market to reach $521 billion by 2035

GymGuyz expands into Saudi Arabia and UAE with 80 new territories.

Lift Brands, the global wellness company behind Snap Fitness, Fitness On Demand and a minority partner in 9Round and Fitstop has reacquired the Snap Fitness master franchise for the United Arab Emirates, with plans to op

presence with the recent signings of three new Master Franchise Agreements in Greece, India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Anytime Fitness, Snap Fitness, and D1 Training offer gym franchise opportunities with investments ranging from $161,000 to $958,000

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Oct. 2, 2024 // PRNewswire // -- Chipotle Mexican Grill announces the opening of its first restaurant in Dubai today in partnership with international franchise retail operator Alshaya Group.

Blaze Pizza signs deal for six locations in the UAE

UBX is the latest fitness brand to unveil its strategic expansion plans in the United Arab Emirates, which will see the boxing fitness franchise open 18 locations across the region, with initial sites planned for Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

UAE's ADQ wealth fund has $199 billion in assets under management.

International franchise news roundup for March, including expansions in Canada, the UAE, and Italy, and new locations in the US and UK.

Anytime Fitness is headed to Dubai, opening its first club in the Middle East hotspot later this year.

Self Esteem Brands announces the expansion of Anytime Fitness into the United Arab Emirates, with the first club to open in Dubai by the end of 2024.

Drybar expands to the Middle East with a 26-unit deal on the Arabian Peninsula, bringing the brand to Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE.

Dubai has been ranked 14th in the world in the Innovation Cities Index 2022-2023, surpassing major United States cities like Seattle and Atlanta.