UClean, the Indian laundry & dry-cleaning chain, has officially entered the UAE as part of its ambitious global expansion strategy. Over the next 18 months, the company is targeting more than 1,000 outlets worldwide.
With nearly 700 stores currently operating in India and serving over 2 million customers annually, UClean already has a footprint in several international markets including Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Ghana, Somalia, and Mauritius.
The UAE launch is marked by its first store in Abu Dhabi, located in the Corniche area, franchised by local entrepreneurs. This indicates UClean’s approach of combining brand strength with local partners to scale quickly and capture demand.
Founder & CEO Arunabh Sinha said that the entry into UAE is more than just geographical growth—it underscores UClean’s intention to establish its Indian-origin brand on the international stage, while leveraging its proven franchise model.
UClean’s model is franchise-driven, with a focus on micro-entrepreneurs. Stores tend to be compact, high-visibility units offering laundry, dry-cleaning, ironing, and related services. The brand also emphasizes sustainability, convenience (including pickup & delivery), and hygiene standards.
Implications and Outlook
- The UAE’s demand for organized laundry & cleaning services is rising due to increasing urbanization, higher disposable incomes, changing lifestyles, and greater expectations for hygiene.
- For entrepreneurs, UClean opens up investment & franchise opportunities in a sector with recurring demand.
- With its target of 1,000+ stores, UClean will need to scale operations tightly, ensure local compliance, manage supply chains, and maintain quality across outlets.
- The success in UAE could be a springboard for further expansion in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region, especially as regional customers look for premium, reliable, and tech-enabled laundry services.
Reference:
“UClean enters UAE market, target 1,000 stores through global expansion” — The Economic Times The Economic Times
