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Cartridge World Announces Expansion Into Asia
EMERYVILLE,
Calif., Aug. 06/Cartridge World, the world’s fastest growing ink
cartridge refill franchise concept, has announced its expansion plans
for Asia. The company has inked deals with Master Franchisors for
India, China, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia and will begin
opening stores in some countries by September 2006.Company projections
call for 500 locations throughout China and India and an additional 100
throughout the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia by 2011. With the
growing need for ink and toner cartridges throughout Asia, Cartridge
World aims to meet the demand for low cost, high-quality ink throughout
international markets.”With more than 1,300 stores across 36 countries,
it is clear that consumers and businesses have an appreciation for
alternatives to expensive ink and toner cartridges,” said Burt Yarkin,
CEO of Cartridge World North America. “Having grown to nearly 440
stores in three years, the quick success of Cartridge World throughout
the United States proves that the company is ready to expand into the
Asian markets.”The following Masters have been awarded for Asia: —
China – Lloyd and Alex Goudge and Tang Bo — India – The AFL Group –
Mr. Naveen Rakhecha, CEO — Vietnam – Eckart Dutz and Tran Tinh Minh
Triet — Philippines – Bruce and Babylyn Newfield — Malaysia – Mr.
Wong and Helen Tiong — Indonesia – Judi LeonardiCartridge World
refills empty ink and toner cartridges for inkjet printers, laser
printers, fax machines and photocopiers with top quality,
brand-specific ink and toner and at the same time offers consumers and
businesses up to a 50 percent savings, a money back service guarantee
and helps the environment by keeping used cartridges out of
landfills.”Cartridge World is an example of a perfect retail model that
is able to cross cultures,” Yarkin added. “There are billions of
printers and office equipment around the world-all will eventually need
replacement ink and toner. We offer entrepreneurs a proven business
model that has international brand awareness. For consumers and
businesses, Cartridge World offers a safe, less expensive option for
their increasing ink and toner needs.”Cartridge World will also be
expanding into the countries of Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the
Maldives, and Bhutan under the direction of India. The company is also
seeking Master Franchisees for Japan, Thailand, Southern China, and
Taiwan.About Cartridge World
Cartridge World, founded in
Australia in 1997, is the world’s fastest growing ink refill retailer
in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry. The company refills
empty ink cartridges for inkjet printers, laser printers, fax machines
and photocopiers with top quality, brand-specific ink and toners and at
the same time offers consumers and businesses up to a 50 percent
savings, a money back service guarantee and helps the environment by
keeping used cartridges out of landfills. Voted #1 in the category of
toner replacement services by Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500,
Cartridge World has more than 1,300 franchised retail locations in 36
countries. Emeryville, CA-based Cartridge World North America was
founded in 2003. There are currently more than 440 locations open in
the United States with 500 locations expected by the end of 2006. For
more information, call (888) 99-REFILL or visit
http://www.cartridgeworldusa.com/
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