The Herbert Group, operator of central Europe's largest KFC franchise, has agreed the terms of a €30.7 million refinancing deal with Danske Bank for the purpose of supporting new investment and expansion plans.
The Irish Times reports that the Belfast-based company recently acquired a further 27 KFC outlets, with an eye to opening 20 more with funds from the new financing arrangement.
There are also plans in place to institute a KFC home delivery service in Northern Ireland, which is expected to generate 80 new jobs.
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