Krispy Kreme has signed a five-year development and franchise agreement with APL Sweets OÜ, a subsidiary of Estonia-based Apollo Group, to develop up to 25 locations across the Baltic States between 2026 and 2030. The agreement marks another step in Krispy Kreme’s expansion across Northern Europe, with the first location planned for Tallinn, Estonia, by…
Krispy Kreme is preparing to enter Mauritius through a new franchise partnership with ER Group, with the first shop expected to open later in 2026. The agreement brings together ER Group and Krispy Kreme’s existing South African franchisee, KK Doughnuts SA, to operate the brand’s planned locations in Mauritius. The partners intend to develop approximately…
Krispy Kreme is preparing to enter the Netherlands through a new franchise agreement with Jafa Holding BV, marking another step in the doughnut brand’s international expansion across Europe. The first Dutch location is expected to open in late 2026, with additional locations planned as the company builds its presence in the market. The development is…
Krispy Kreme has completed a reported $90 million agreement with joint venture partner WKS Restaurant Group, transferring 23 company-owned locations in California and Hawaii to the restaurant operator. The transaction supports Krispy Kreme’s broader strategy of reducing company-owned store operations while expanding through franchise partnerships. According to Restaurant Dive, the deal brings WKS Restaurant Group’s…