Subway deal gives Euro Garages sandwich spread
BLACKBURN petrol station operator Euro Garages is to open a further 69 Subway outlets over the next three years, creating 700 jobs.
The company already has 31 Subways across its 120-forecourt estate and also runs Starbucks and Burger King franchises.
It said it would target some of the 45 locations acquired from Esso in January and hopes to create some of the jobs in areas of high unemployment.
Commerical director Ilyas Munshi said: “We already own and operate a considerable number of Subway stores across our existing estate and our investment in the brand has been a huge success.
“We are committed to working with the Subway brand to complete the necessary site investment and are excited about the job creation opportunities and providing training and skills development.”
Subway’s area development manager Trevor Haynes said: “The forecourt and convenience sector is a key area of growth for the Subway brand. The simple operations that are involved in running a Subway franchise and the convenience offer make it a perfect fit for these style locations.”
Total sales in the year to July 2012, rose 3% from £305m to £314m with non-fuel sales accounting for £55m, up £5m on last year.
