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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Omani businesses expand franchise footprint in Iraq
Muscat – Six Omani brands signed franchise and marketing agreements in Iraq during the second edition of Iraq Franchise Exhibition held in Baghdad from May 30 to June 2. The Omani delegation was led by Hamoud bin Salem al Saadi, Second Deputy Chairman of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) and Chairman of its Franchise Programme. The participation was supported by OCCI through its Franchise Centre. Among the deals signed, Brothers of Silver, owned by Mohammed Qasim al Maamari, granted a franchise to Ibrahim Abdulhussein Yassin in Karbala. Seven Fries, owned by Issa bin Salih al Aghbari, signed with Mohammed Yawuz Mohammed in Kirkuk. Impasti, owned by Hajid bin Sulaiman al Khinjari, granted a franchise to Moamen Mohammed Al Khiayat in Mosul. Burger Gelato, owned by Haitham bin Saif al Habsi, signed two agreements – one with Saeed Tareq al Tai in Mosul and the other with Laith Sahib in Najaf. Thor & Forno, owned by Ammar bin Mahmood al Dhahli, signed with Abdulghafour al Abdali in Baghdad. Additionally, Abdullah bin Hamuod al Mahrouqi, owner of Chain, signed a marketing agreement in Oman for Iraqi brand Pizza Station with Samer al Hassami. Saadi said the agreements reflect continued efforts to expand Omani brands into regional markets, with Iraq seen as a promising destination. 'We are proud of what our brands have achieved and their readiness to grow regionally in line with international franchise standards.' He added that the expansion aligns with OCCI and its Franchise Centre's strategy to empower entrepreneurs, promote investment and facilitate market access. 'These agreements reflect increasing confidence in the quality of Omani products,' he said, affirming continued support for the franchise programme as part of national efforts to strengthen the economy and support the goals of Oman Vision 2040. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Times of Oman
18-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
OCCI participates in Franchise India Expo 2025 in New Delhi
New Delhi: Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) on Sunday took part in the 21st Franchise Exhibition held in New Delhi, Republic of India. The Sultanate of Oman's delegation was headed by Eng. Hamoud Salim Al Saadi, Second Deputy Chairman of the OCCI Board of Directors, Chairman of the OCCI Commercial Excellence Centre. Eleven Omani trademarks participated in the event alongside the OCCI. Oman's participation in the expo reflects the country's keenness to explore franchising opportunities in the Indian market, consolidate international trade ties and encourage the Omani business brands to expand into new markets abroad, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which underscores the importance of empowering the private sector and expanding its global presence through strategic partnerships and innovative, value-added projects. Al Saadi pointed out that Oman's participation in the New Delhi Franchise Exhibition was aimed to convert pioneering ideas into business models capable of expanding in global markets. Al Saadi underlined the significance of franchising as one of the most practical models for enabling entrepreneurs to expand safely and in an organised manner. Franchising, he added, constitutes a pillar for the growth of an economy based on innovation and entrepreneurship. Al Saadi said that India is one of the largest and fastest-growing markets in Asia. He explained that the Indian market represents an important gateway for Omani companies seeking expansion, notably within the context of the strong historical relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of India and amid the scope of economic integration between the two countries.
