KFC UK & Ireland and its franchise partner FPG Foods have unveiled a new ambition to double FPG’s UK estate and grow it to 50 restaurants by 2030.
As part of the agreement, FPG will acquire 17 KFC restaurants across London and the south of England.
FPG Foods currently operates 61 KFC locations across South Africa. In 2024, FPG Foods UK was established and has expanded from five to 11 restaurants through acquisitions and new restaurant development.
“The response we’ve seen since opening in the UK two years ago has given us even greater confidence in the KFC brand and the opportunity ahead,” said FPG Foods CEO Rashied Parker.
“From its strong leadership team to its focus on innovation and customer service, KFC UK&I has all the ingredients for sustained growth and that is why we have set this ambitious plan to increase our estate to 50 restaurants by 2030.
“The dedication of our team, led by FPG Foods UK general manager Tyrone Herdman-Grant, has also played an important role in this journey. Through relentless focus on product quality, customer experience and team development, they have helped create a platform from which we can confidently pursue our long-term growth ambitions.”
KFC UK&I general manager Rob Swain added that the agreement marked an “important step” in the fried chicken chain’s growth across the UK and Ireland.
“Our franchise partners are central to that ambition, helping us bring great-tasting chicken, brilliant service and modern restaurants to more customers, in more communities.
“FPG Foods has built a strong track record of operating high-performing restaurants. I’m delighted to be working with Rashied and his team, who share our ambition for growth and our commitment to delivering a great experience for customers every time they visit.”
It comes after KFC outlined a plan last year to invest almost £1.49bn in the UK, with £466m going towards creating an additional 500 new restaurants over the next 10 years.
The fast food chain will also upgrade more than 200 existing sites, while £404m will be used to strengthen KFC’s relationships with its suppliers, including Pilgrim’s Europe, McCormick and Natures Way.
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