Tim Hortons, the coffee shop chain that originated in Canada, is rolling out a new franchise model in the UK as it looks to expand its portfolio beyond the current 75 outlets.
Having launched in the UK in 2017, the company stated that the new model follows a five-year phase of testing and learning to create an operating model and infrastructure to support new franchise partners. Franchisees will be able to develop and open both Tim Hortons drive-thru and high street restaurants.
Tim Hortons currently has over 1,500 franchisees in Canada and rapidly growing businesses in China, India, the UAE, and Mexico.
Kevin Hydes, Chief Commercial Officer of Tim Hortons franchise in the UK, said: “The reception to Tim Hortons here in the UK has been nothing short of extraordinary. The brand has only grown in demand thanks to the support of loyal fans and excited newcomers ever since we opened our first restaurant in Glasgow back in 2017.
“Serving our guests, the highest quality, range of beverages, donuts and made-to-order food that suits all parts has been our main priority, and now we also want to take Tim Hortons to more local communities across the nation at pace. We’re confident that our franchise model will be core to us achieving this goal.”
NAM Implications:
- Franchising will increase coverage faster and at less risk.
- With the benefit of five years ‘learning’ the UK market…
- And creating an operating model and infrastructure to support new franchise partners…
- …Tim Hortons are now ready to optimise the UK market.
- Are you ready to optimise this potential…
