# Subway launches EMEA prototype

> Subway's new Blueprint format targets Europe, Middle East and Africa with After Dark shifts.
- Title: Subway launches EMEA prototype · Nation's Restaurant News
- Summary: Subway's new Blueprint format targets Europe, Middle East and Africa with After Dark shifts. Subway will roll out a new restaurant prototype in Europe, the…
- Keywords: subway, blueprint, emea, after dark, 6 p.m., breakfast, coffee, transportation hubs, waffle fries, footlong pizzas, mac and cheese, digital menu boards
- Source: Nation's Restaurant News — https://nrn.com/quick-service/subway-unveils-new-prototype-for-europe-the-middle-east-and-africa
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- Topics: subway, blueprint, emea, after dark, 6 p.m., breakfast, coffee, transportation hubs, waffle fries, footlong pizzas, mac and cheese, digital menu boards
## Subway unveils EMEA prototype
Subway has launched a new restaurant prototype for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
## Blueprint format details
The Blueprint format includes an After Dark shift starting at 6 p.m. with dinner-friendly options.
## EMEA region coverage
Subway plans to double its EMEA footprint in five years with 5,000 units currently.
## Digital ordering features
Guests can order via self-service kiosks with digital screens showing order completion.
## After Dark shift
At 6 p.m., lighting warms, evening playlist starts, staff wear new uniforms, and dinner options appear.
## New breakfast and coffee
The Blueprint format adds new breakfast offerings and a coffee program with morning playlists.
## Transportation hubs
New grab-and-go options will be available at transportation hubs for on-the-go guests.
## Marketing campaign
Subway's 'Get Your Own Way' campaign celebrates guest choices through the Blueprint format.
## Franchisee benefits
Franchisees gain stronger restaurant economics and a long-term brand through Blueprint.
## EMEA unit count
Subway has 5,000 units in EMEA and aims to double that in five years.
## Key takeaway

Subway will roll out a new restaurant prototype in Europe, the Middle East and Africa next year featuring After Dark shifts starting at 6 p.m.