Gessi Italy plans expansion via franchise model

Gessi Italy, luxury showers and faucets manufacturer, has opened its first monobrand store in India at Versova, Andheri (West), Mumbai. The showroom spreads over 1,000 square feet. The company also plans to open outlets in Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi with an investment of Rs 60-70 lakh per store. The stores will be owned and operated on a franchise model, reports IndiaRetailing. more...

Aptech to open 150 centres this fiscal; seeks franchisees

Aptech Ltd, which already has a presence in 40 countries, plans to expand into French-speaking parts of Africa, Columbia and Mexico this year. Most of the expansion will be done on partnership or franchise model, according to a top official. more...