Caprinos Pizza Signs 30-Store Franchise Agreement to Enter Saudi Arabia
Caprinos Pizza enters Saudi Arabia with a 30-store franchise agreement in Riyadh, marking its first Middle East expansion and supporting its global growth ambitions.
British pizza franchise Caprinos Pizza is preparing to enter the Saudi Arabian market after signing a franchise development agreement covering at least 30 restaurants across Riyadh Province over the next five years. The agreement marks the brand's first expansion into the Middle East and represents a significant step in its international growth strategy.
A 30-Store Development Agreement for Riyadh
The new restaurants will be developed by a consortium of local partners, bringing together investors with experience in the restaurant and franchise sectors. The group includes one of Caprinos Pizza's existing UK franchisees, who already operates several locations within the brand's network.
This partnership provides Caprinos with an opportunity to combine local market knowledge with the operational experience of an established franchisee. The agreement sets a target of at least 30 locations in Riyadh Province within five years, establishing Saudi Arabia as a new development territory for the British brand.
Caprinos Pizza Makes Its Middle East Debut
Founded in 2014, Caprinos Pizza has progressively developed its franchise network in international markets. The company now operates more than 120 restaurants across the United Kingdom, in addition to locations in Ireland and Pakistan.
The Saudi agreement marks the company's first move into the Middle East, adding a new regional market to its international portfolio. According to the founders, Riyadh represents a significant opportunity, supported by population growth and the increasing presence of businesses and visitors in the area.
The brand has also maintained a strong development pace in its established markets, opening more than 30 restaurants over the past two years while continuing to pursue further expansion.
Further Expansion Opportunities Across Saudi Arabia
Caprinos Pizza's ambitions in Saudi Arabia may extend beyond Riyadh. The company has confirmed that it is already in discussions with prospective franchisees regarding additional franchise development agreements in other Saudi provinces.
These discussions could create further opportunities for the brand to expand its presence across the Kingdom, although no additional agreements or opening targets have been announced at this stage.
The company's international development strategy also includes its planned entry into Spain through a master franchise agreement. The local partner is targeting 50 locations in that market, illustrating Caprinos' interest in working with regional operators to accelerate its expansion.
An International Franchise Growth Strategy
Caprinos Pizza is targeting a global network of 200 restaurants by 2030. The agreement in Saudi Arabia represents an important contribution to this objective and demonstrates the role of franchise partnerships in supporting international growth.
For prospective franchise investors in Saudi Arabia, the development agreement highlights the continued interest of international food brands in the Kingdom's restaurant market. It also illustrates how established franchise operators can contribute to the expansion of a brand into a new territory.
As Caprinos Pizza begins this new chapter, the development of its Riyadh network will be an important milestone in its ambition to build a stronger international presence.
Middle East Franchise Editorial Team