The American group Burger King, one of the most famous fast food chains in the world, has suspended development in Romania and in the countries in the region. The franchisee, the Polish group Amrest, keeps the restaurants already open, it is a total of 93 units in five markets.
“On February 1, 2022, Burger King Europe Gmbh informed Amrest of the termination, starting with the same day, of the brand development agreements on the markets of Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Romania. Amrest will continue to operate its 93 Burger King restaurants in these countries, in compliance with the franchise agreements signed, which will remain in force. Thus, the revenues, the operating profit (EBITDA) and the assets of Amrest will not be significantly affected by this decision “, say the officials of the Polish group.
The first Burger King restaurant was opened by Amrest in Romania two and a half years ago.
Nine units are now operational. Amrest also has the Starbucks franchise in Romania, but the agreement between the parties expires in 2023.
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