Subway

Reporting on strategy, franchising, and operational updates from a major global quick-service brand with widespread UK presence. This section covers leadership shifts, site development, menu innovation, delivery integration, and F&B performance, offering insights for franchisees, multi-site operators, and foodservice professionals focused on scale, value, and consistency in a competitive sandwich and fast casual segment.

  • Mar- 2023 -
    6 March
    BusinessGoldman Sachs amongst bidders for Subway

    Goldman Sachs amongst bidders for Subway

    An arm of Goldman Sachs is amongst potential bidders to acquire Subway after the business was put on sale, according to Sky News.  Sources said that the Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) joins Bain Capital, TPG and Asda shareholder TDR Capital as potential new owners of the business, all of…

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  • Feb- 2023 -
    15 February
    Food and DrinkSubway explores potential sale 

    Subway explores potential sale 

    Subway has announced that its shareholders are exploring a possible sale of the company.  J.P. Morgan is advising the chain and will conduct the sale exploration process, though Subway said there is “no indication of timing or assurance that a sale will occur”.  The company added that it “does not…

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  • Oct- 2022 -
    31 October
    RestaurantsChopstix unveils franchise partnership with Butlin’s

    Chopstix unveils franchise partnership with Butlin’s

    Chopstix has announced a new franchise agreement with holiday resort operator, Butlin’s. The Asian QSR brand will open a site at Butlin’s Bognor Regis resort next year following the move, with ambitions to roll out to resorts in Minehead and Skegness in the future. Butlin’s will also open Skyline Eats…

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  • May- 2022 -
    25 May
    BusinessEG Group revenues hit £5bn as foodservice profits surge 54%

    EG Group revenues hit £5bn as foodservice profits surge 54%

    The EG Group has reported that its revenues surged 25.1% year-on-year from $5.52bn (£4.4bn) to $6.91bn (£5.5bn) in the three months ending 21 March 2022 (Q1), driven by growth in its foodservice business. Foodservice operations saw a 54% rise in gross profits to $175m (£139.7m), compared to $114m (£91m) in…

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  • Dec- 2021 -
    3 December
    FeaturesHow restaurants recouped footfall during an unsteady climate

    How restaurants recouped footfall during an unsteady climate

    In the words of trade association UKHospitality, ‘the resilience of pubs and bars will be crucial to the recovery of hospitality.’ However, low footfall still present in the high street is making it difficult for operators to make a comeback. According to a latest report by the CGA, 26% of…

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  • Nov- 2021 -
    9 November
    PeopleSubway appoints vice president of Digital and Consumer Technology

    Subway appoints vice president of Digital and Consumer Technology

    Subway restaurants has announced the appointment of Bryan Hooper as the company’s new vice president of Digital and Consumer Technology.  In his new role, Hooper will lead the technology engineering teams to deliver a “seamless digital experience” for guests. Subway said he is a “proven leader” in his field, with…

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  • Dec- 2020 -
    16 December
    CoronavirusBurger King to promote independent restaurants through Instagram

    Burger King to promote independent restaurants through Instagram

    Burger King has announced that small restaurants owners can promote their businesses on its Instagram, in a bid to support the hospitality sector as parts of the UK enter into tier three.  In a post on the chain’s Instagram, Burger King revealed it was “taking a break” from publishing promotional…

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  • Nov- 2020 -
    3 November
    BusinessBurger King calls on public to support McDonald’s

    Burger King calls on public to support McDonald’s

    Burger King is urging the UK public to order from McDonalds, as well as other restaurant chains, in a show of support ahead of the country’s second Covid-19 lockdown. The burger chain is encouraging people to order food how they can during the lockdown, whether it be drive-through or takeaway,…

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  • Mar- 2020 -
    23 March
    CoronavirusSubway to close all UK sites from today

    Subway to close all UK sites from today

    Subway stores across the UK are set to close their doors at 5pm today (23 March). News of the closure closely follows announcements from McDonald’s, Nando’s and Costa, that they have all ceased trading amid the continued coronavirus pandemic. In a statement on its social media, Subway said: “We want…

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  • Oct- 2019 -
    4 October
    Apps & TechnologyDomino’s, Nando’s and Deliveroo brands most targeted by hackers

    Domino’s, Nando’s and Deliveroo brands most targeted by hackers

    Global cybersecurity firm DynaRisk has discovered a hunger for hacking food delivery companies in the UK, with platforms including Deliveroo, Domino’s, Papa Johns and Nando’s among those most targeted. The research found that cyber criminals are sharing ‘cheat sheets’ for hacking tools used to break through site defences at scale,…

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