MBS Intelligence

Category: Travel & Leisure

This summer, the London coffee run has been as much about matcha as it has about coffee. Between June and July last year, cafés across...

I feel very fortunate that in my role I get to speak to leaders every single day. I have worked with a huge range of...

The MBS Group is once again delighted to have partnered with WiHTL and DiR to publish the Role Models for Inclusion in Hospitality, Travel, Leisure...

At MBS, we love going to the cinema. Recent conversations around the office have revolved around some of our favourites including Hamnet, Marty Supreme and...

It all started in the early 20th century, when America fell head over wheels for the automobile. Beat generation writers like Jack Kerouac and Neal...

The MBS Group is delighted to present the 2025 edition of the Women to Watch in Hospitality, Travel, Leisure and Retail Index, produced in partnership...

Latest News

Swedish jewellery brand Mockberg appoints new Managing Director for expansion. The brand has named Alisa Ernst to spearhead international growth, bringing experience from Acne Studios and Jimmy Choo. Mockberg will also open its first German flagship store in Berlin this September.

German Doner Kebab names Wayne Shurvinton as new Chief Executive Officer. The premium kebab brand has appointed Wayne to succeed Simon Wallis and drive UK and international growth. He brings extensive franchise and hospitality experience from senior roles at KFC, Pizza Hut, and Greene King.

Iris Care Group acquires Elysium Cymru to expand supported living services in South Wales. Iris Care Group has acquired Elysium Cymru, adding two Newport-based supported living sites. The move strengthens Iris’s position in specialist care for adults with complex needs, following steady growth in the UK health and social care sector.

HC-One divests Honiton domiciliary care unit to RVC Care Group after strategic review. HC-One has sold its Honiton-based homecare business to RVC Care Group, following a portfolio review. The transaction refocuses HC-One on core operations, while RVC expands its presence in the UK homecare sector.

KellyDeli UK grows revenue 10.3% and completes shift to full franchise model in 2025. Sushi kiosk operator KellyDeli UK has expanded its network to 230 locations, with gross profit up 16.5%. The business now operates all kiosks via franchise partners and repaid a £1.7m loan, citing strong retail partnerships.

Splendid Hospitality Group invests £1.6m to expand KFC restaurant portfolio. The operator has funded two new restaurants in northeast England, bringing its total KFC outlets to 40. This expansion reflects confidence in the growing chicken market and will create 100 local jobs.

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