All Subway articles
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Analysis & InsightRecession indicator? How the humble spud made its way to the high street
As KFC launches a limited edition jacket potato this week, and Subway reports “exceptional” demand for its new ‘Spudway’ range, MCA explores this new intersection where comfort food meets customisation
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NewsSubway extends jacket potato trial amid ‘exceptional’ demand
The ‘Spudway’ range comes in response to a renaissance of the humble jacket potato, with TikTok creator Spudman building a following of over 4 million
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NewsSubway launches new ‘spudway’ range
The sandwich giant is trialling a new range of jacket potatoes, freshly made in-store daily, with toppings including cheese, beans, bacon, tuna, and chicken tikka
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NewsSubway celebrates 60th birthday with specials and promos
The sandwich chain is launching a Mexican-themed range in partnership with Doritos, and a 30% discount for Subway Rewards app members
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NewsSubway rolls out new design
Fresh Forward 2.0 includes self-serve kiosks, vibrant decor, more lighting and warmer tones, with the UK one of several markets to trial the new look
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NewsSubway convenes ‘emergency’ meeting with franchisees
Subway reportedly called a virtual conference with its North American franchisees last week amid concerns over declining sales and profitability
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NewsNigel Doughty leaves Subway
The former UK & Ireland managing director has left the sandwich chain after leading the region’s 2,500 restaurants for more than three years
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NewsSubway introduces foot-long sides alongside sandwich offer
Customers will be able to order foot-long cookies, churros, and dippers, measuring 12 inches, or 30 centimetres
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NewsSubway borrows $3.35bn in record securitization
The asset-backed bonds will help fund the sandwich chain’s buyout by Roark Capital, with demand from investors vastly outstripping supply
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NewsSubway rolls out digital advancements across UK estate
The rollout follows a pilot in which restaurants saw an increase in sales, with an integrated digital experience including kiosks, digital menu boards, a new app and relaunched loyalty programme
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NewsNPD taps into global flavour trends
A flurry of seasonal menu refreshes see Subway lean on a growing trend for smokehouse concepts, Loungers inspired by Brixton’s finest Caribbean restaurants, while Pret introduces Thai-style salads and wraps
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NewsSubway agrees European partnership deal with McWin
McWin will assume responsibility for 400 existing franchise restaurants in France, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg and Belgium, with plans to open 600 new sites over the next decade
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Analysis & InsightFestive food-to-go menu innovation
Christmas menus from Pret, Starbucks, Leon, Greggs, KFC and Subway lean on simple, traditional seasonal dishes - levelled up with premium and indulgent ingredients
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NewsSubway gears up to launch kiosks
Speaking to MCA earlier this year, UK MD Nigel Doughty said the enhancements will continue Subway’s move towards a more contemporary brand
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NewsGavin Lilley joins Subway
Lilley has joined the fast-food sandwich chain as director of operations and L&D after holding various roles at Papa Johns UK
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NewsQSR chains dominate UK’s most loved brands
Quick service brands feature more prominently in the UK’s top loved brands than any other restaurant category, with McDonald’s, KFC and Domino’s ranking the highest in the segment
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Analysis & InsightFast food outlets ramp up menu prices
Figures show considerable price hikes across fast food chains, after Pret came under fire for increasing the cost of some menu items by 72% since 2020
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NewsSubway reaches £7.6bn deal with Roark Capital
The agreement, which ends the founding families control of the sandwich giant, includes debt and is subject to financial performance milestones
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NewsSubway to be acquired by Arby’s owner
Roark Capital is expected to finalise a $9.6bn deal for the sandwich chain as early as this week, the Wall Street Journal reports
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NewsSubway announces executive changes
Former global chief marketing officer Carrie Walsh has been appointed as president of EMEA