Aotearoa is famous for many things – manuka honey, wine, breathtaking landscapes, Lord of the Rings, cheese, rugby .. and the list goes on. But did you know New Zealand is also known for having the most number of franchises in the world? New Zealand has more franchise systems per capita than any other country in the world. This doesn’t come as a surprise as Kiwis are generally known to be quite resourceful and independent!
Franchising in NZ only picked up in the 90s – and the first lot of franchises were all from overseas. The market started very slow and picked up in the 2000s. Fast forward to 2022, NZ now has a good mix of both local and overseas franchises. We also have business consultants, lawyers and financial advisors who are well informed and can guide you through selecting the right business franchise for you.
When you think of NZ franchises, the obvious comes to mind – McDonald’s, KFC, Dominos, Subway, and Starbucks in the food industry. But, the New Zealand market has so much more to offer.
Let’s take a look at franchises that are available for sale in New Zealand by industry:
Auto and Marine
Pit Stop
Pit Stop is one of NZ’s largest automotive service franchises. They specialise in vehicle servicing, WOFs, brakes, exhausts and other general repairs. Contact Les Siler or visit their website to learn more.
The Wheel Magician
The Wheel Magician are mag wheel repair experts. They are a well established company with a large clientele. The investment starts from $69,750 + GST. They offer mobile servicing and stand out from a small group of competitors in the industry.
Autoblast
New Zealand franchise Autoblast has perfected a new method of vehicle underbody rust removal and rust prevention. They are seeking partners who firstly believe in customer service excellence, and who have an appreciation for all things automotive and their aesthetics.
Business & Commercial
Speedy Signs
Speedy Signs are New Zealand’s largest signwriting and graphics company and are equipped with new technology and heaps of opportunity. To own a franchise, you do not need prior experience. With investments starting from $150,000 – follow the links below to get in touch.
CrestClean
CrestClean’s franchise opportunity is low risk and high-profit margin. They currently have over 600 franchises and 4,500 customers throughout New Zealand. With a never-ending demand for commercial cleaners in the country, CrestClean is a great investment opportunity.
ASWEFA
ASWEFA are the go-to for industry training. They have trained so many successful employees on forklifts, rollers and other dangerous goods. If you have prior experience in this field, you would have probably heard of ASWEFA already. With investments starting from $145,000 – secure your future.
Home & Building
Urban Homes
Urban Homes are Waikato and Bay of Plenty home builders. They have been around for 17+ years and have grown into a huge brand and have built a very successful building company. If you are passionate about owning and operating a construction franchise in New Zealand, look no further!
RED LBP
Red LBP is a property inspection franchise offering quick-turnaround, and comprehensive reports using an online booking system and report-building software. Minimal computer experience is needed but building experience is compulsory. With investments starting from $49,000 – get in touch if you have the experience.
Sentinel Homes
Do you already have an existing building company? If you do, Sentinel could be an option for you. Make use of their proven systems and strategies to take your business to the next level. A very unique offer, but has tremendous potential and the trust of a successful brand.
Fitness & Health
UBX Training
UBX Training has over 15,000 members globally. They are one of the world’s fastest growing boxing providers and the largest in the southern hemisphere. If you are keen to step foot into the fitness industry, UBX is a great opportunity!
Health 2000
Health 2000 has been around since 1993 and they are NZ’s largest health supplements provider. The business is 100% committed to helping Kiwis get better and healthy. If you have the same values as Health 2000, you could be a great fit. Pop into their Hamilton HQ or get in touch by visiting the links below.
Flex Fitness
Flex Fitness is a premium 24-hour gym in New Zealand. They have branches across the country and an existing clientele that runs in the thousands. Get in touch with them and ask for their information pack. This will give you an idea of who they are and see if their values align with yours.