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Coverage explores foodservice, hospitality, and retail trends in one of Europe’s largest markets, including brand expansions, sustainability practices, operational models, and menu innovation relevant to UK operators. Reporting offers international context for businesses tracking consumer behaviour, competitive strategy, and growth opportunities across continental Europe.
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Jun- 2024 -18 JuneFood and Drink
Whitbread’s F&B brands report slow start to FY25
Whitbread, which operates Premier Inn and several F&B outlets, has revealed that food and beverage sales were 1% behind the same period in FY24 to 30 May 2024. While the group experienced “strong” breakfast sales, which were driven by high occupancy in its hotels, Whitbread’s overall F&B offering was offset…
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11 JuneFood and Drink
Chicken Cottage unveils plans to reach 100 sites worldwide by 2027
Chicken Cottage has revealed plans to reach 100 outlets worldwide by 2027 as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. The UK-based QSR business currently has more than 60 outlets across the UK and a foothold in Kenya. Both are prime markets for additional growth, while it is also targeting new markets…
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May- 2024 -23 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 23/05/24
Hospitality saw sales drop 1.7% YoY in April due to wet weather, the new CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker has revealed. It comes as the first year-on-year drop in monthly sales since September 2022. Last month also faced tough comparatives with April 2023, which included the full Easter holiday. Bars…
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23 MayFood and Drink
Subway launches new digital in-store experience
Subway is rolling out the next phase of its digital experience across the UK, Finland and Germany. Interactive self-serve kiosks have been introduced in many restaurants across the three markets, with plans to add hundreds more throughout the region by the end of the year. The kiosks are connected to…
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16 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 16/05/24
Compass Group raised its 2024 profit guidance as revenues rose 11.2% during H1. The group also reported an 18.7% rise in underlying operating profit to £1.16bn. Moreover, it spent £294.3m on M&A, including the acquisition of Hofmann in Germany and CH&CO in the UK and Ireland completed, the latter being…
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16 MayCatering Companies
Compass raises profit and revenue guidance amid strong HY
Foodservice company Compass Group has raised its 2024 profit guidance towards 15% with organic revenue growth of 10% as the group reported an 11.2% increase in revenues to $20.9bn (£16.5bn) during H124. The group also reported an 18.7% rise in underlying operating profit to $1.47bn (£1.16bn). Additionally, its underlying profit…
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9 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 09/05/24
Brewdog co-founder and CEO James Watt will step down after 17 years in charge. He informed the board of his decision last year and will be replaced by the company’s chief operating officer, James Arrow. He will still own 21% of the company and will hold the newly created title…
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9 MayPubs and Bars
Pubs granted extended hours for Euros
The government has announced that pubs will be allowed to stay open till 1am should either England or Scotland make the semi finals of this summer’s European Championship. The decision will only cover venues in England and Wales as Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own licensing laws. Home Secretary…
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Feb- 2024 -22 FebruaryRestaurants
Sticks n Sushi secures £22m loan
Sticks n Sushi has revealed that it has secured a £22m loan from Oak North Bank to support further growth. The business was acquired by leading private equity firm, McWin Capital Partners, in January this year. McWin is a sector specialist with stakes in a number of chains, including: Gail’s…
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Dec- 2023 -6 DecemberNews
EG Group to sell 218 KFC franchise restaurants
EG Group has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell all its 218 KFC franchise restaurants in the UK and Ireland to Yum! Brands’ KFC Division. The transaction agreed by EG Group – the largest KFC franchisee in the UK and Ireland – is an additional…
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