Fastway Couriers is the world's largest Courier Franchise. Fastway was established in 1983 in New Zealand and has been in business for over 25 years.
It is a highly successful Global organization, and has won over 39 Franchise and Industry awards. Fastway is located in 10 countries including; Australia, Spain, England, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Northern Ireland, New Zealand and South Africa.
Fastway has in excess of 121 Regional Franchisees and 1700 Courier Franchisees. Fastway Couriers provide delivery services to more than 95,000 customers Worldwide. The Group annual turnover last year was $441 million.
There are two distinct Fastway Franchise opportunities; Regional Franchises and Courier Franchises.
Regional Franchise
A Regional Franchisee is granted an exclusive territory in which to develop its business. A Regional Franchise is a large management business opportunity which provides business services to Courier Franchisees. These services include the provision of a Depot, Training, IT, Administration, Operational, Sales and Marketing support. The franchise is granted in perpetuity and provides the opportunity to create a significant capital gain. A Regional Franchisee has the potential to create a high income generating business.
Comprehensive training, support and assistance are provided including the opportunity to view the Fastway business in various locations around the world.
Courier Franchise
A Courier Franchisee is granted an exclusive territory within a region and the franchise is granted in perpetuity. Opportunity exists to create goodwill and significant capital gains.
It is a 5 day business week, and there are no ongoing royalties or marketing fees.
A minimum guaranteed income of R6 250 per week is provided in respect of the first 20 weeks. This provides a ''safety net'' for the Courier Franchisee to build their business.
Comprehensive training, support and assistance is provided prior to commencement and on an ongoing basis.
Fastway operates in a unique market niche which has been Fastways success in all the countries where it is located. The Fastway philosophy is; low cost, pre-paid, easy to use systems, transparent pricing, leading edge technology and personalised service levels.
Launching in South Africa
Fastway has launched in South Africa affording once off ''Greenfield'' opportunities. The first Regional Franchise has commenced with Pretoria region, which will be followed by the rest of the country. There were18 Courier Franchise territories available in the Pretoria region. Of the 18 territories 15 have been granted. Territories are allocated on a ''first come, first serve basis''.