Oranjestad, Aruba – [JAN 2024] – Zentral Holding, a franchisee for KFC & Pizza Hut in other countries, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of KFC Aruba operations marking a significant expansion of its presence in the Caribbean region. This strategic move will allow Zentral Holding to further solidify its position as a leading quick-service restaurant (QSR) in the region.
The acquisition includes all KFC outlets in Aruba, to add to its ever-increasing portfolio of
restaurants. This expansion is part of Zentral Holding's ongoing commitment to delivering freshly prepared food and exceptional service to its customers.
"We are very excited about this opportunity to grow the KFC brand and to bring the best of KFC to Aruba" said Kirran Panjabi, Managing Director. "This acquisition aligns with our vision of becoming one of the top QSR operators in the region, and we look forward to serving our loyal customers in Aruba with the dedication and quality they expect from the brand."
Message to KFC Aruba Employees
To our esteemed team members in Aruba, we extend a warm welcome to the family. Your hardwork and dedication have been vital to KFC Aruba, we are excited to embark on this new journey together. As we integrate our operations, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. We value your contributions and look forward to achieving even greater milestones with you.
Message to Customers and Clients
To our valued customers and clients, we are deeply grateful for your continued support and
loyalty. This acquisition will allow us to serve you even better, with expanded offerings and
enhanced service. We promise to maintain the high standards of quality and taste that you love and expect. Stay tuned for exciting updates and new experiences at your KFC Aruba.
Zentral Holding's operating and affiliated companies, with majority ownership by Kirran
Panjaby/Arun Hindori and minority by Deepak Soechit and Vinay Brahmatewarie have been a pioneer and market leader in the QSR industry for over 25 years. With a dedicated team of over 700 employees, Zentral Holding its operating and affiliated companies, have consistently maintained high standards of quality and service, earning a top-ranked brand builder status throughout the Caribbean and Latin America region in the YUM! Brand world. Through the years, Zentral Holding's operating and affiliated companies, have received numerous recognitions for its performance in their operation, personnel, food safety and marketing performances and for the last 3 years, it has been nominated by YUM! Brands (Franchisor), as one of the top 3 franchisees in their category having been named Franchisee of the Year in 2022 & in 2024. Yum! Brands, Inc. (sometimes called simply Yum!), is an American multinational fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000 who operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and The Habit Burger Grill,
Yum! is one of the world's largest fast food restaurant companies in terms of system units with over 50,000 in more than 135 nations and territories worldwide. Yum! Brands, Inc. (sometimes called simply Yum!) is one of the world’s largest fast food restaurant companies who operate over 50,000 KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger Grill combined stores, in more than 135 nations and territories worldwide.
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