Tortilla to open four new sites with SSP

Tortilla has confirmed that it will be opening four new locations with global food travel group SSP this year, with a further pipeline of sites to open as part of the franchise partnership in 2025. 

Currently, the SSP and Tortilla franchise includes five sites across the UK, with the Manchester Piccadilly train station being the most recent to open in the first half of 2023. 

According to Tortilla, franchise partnerships are a key part of its growth strategy, as transport hubs, universities and other such locations are “an increasingly important channel to access consumers”. 

Richard Morris, CEO at Tortilla, said: “At Tortilla, our fundamental purpose is to provide outstanding food, at excellent value for money and great service. Our relationship with SSP has been hugely successful since we launched with them in 2019 at Euston station in London. 

“Whilst Covid inevitably impacted the rate at which we opened sites, we have since launched record breaking sites in London Gatwick and Bristol Airport, as well as Leeds MSA and Manchester Piccadilly station.” 

He added: “We are excited to continue our partnership with more UK travel locations, and potential European equivalents over the coming years given SSP’s strong foothold across 37 countries globally.”

Cathy Granby, business development director at SSP, added: “SSP are delighted to continue our relationship with Tortilla, as we see the brand becoming more and more popular across all our locations within our travel hubs.

“The offer is good value, travels well and is of great quality. All the key ingredients for a successful travel food offer. We look forward to opening more locations with Tortilla over the coming years.”