Tech-Driven logistics

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In this article you will learn

• Overview of a technology-driven parcel delivery business model.
• Key requirements and startup costs for opening a local delivery operation.
• Revenue opportunities and expected return on investment for partners.
• Training, tools, and business support available to new operators.
• Expansion plans across Europe, including future opportunities in Poland.

What does your company do and what makes your franchise unique?

easyCourier is a last-mile delivery company operating in the B2B space. Our clients are mostly retailers and e-commerce businesses, and we handle the final leg of getting their goods to the end customer. But what truly sets us apart is our identity as a technology-first company that happens to operate in logistics, not the other way around.

Our operations are powered by Svelta, our proprietary logistics SaaS platform built in-house to run every aspect of our delivery network. On top of that, we offer easyLockers and easyPoints; alternative collection solutions that give customers even more flexibility in how they receive their parcels.

And then there's the brand itself. Being part of the easyGroup family is a significant strategic advantage. The "easy" name carries instant recognition and trust across Europe, which means doors open faster, partnerships form more naturally, and market entry is considerably smoother than it would be for any standalone courier brand.

Where can we find your franchises around the world?

We are at a genuinely exciting inflection point. The easyCourier brand was officially launched in Cyprus some days ago, with Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou present at the launch, a moment that marked the beginning of our franchising journey. We are just getting started, but the interest has been immediate. We are already in conversations with prospective partners in Greece and the UK, which tells us the market appetite is there. The foundation is solid, and the expansion is beginning now.

How does one become a franchisee?

The process begins with a conversation. Prospective franchisees reach out to us, and we set up an introductory meeting to explore fit from multiple angles: logistics experience, available capital, sales capability, the ability to focus on city-level operations, long-term commitment, and fleet availability, among other factors.

That said, prior experience in logistics is not a prerequisite. What we are ultimately looking for is the right mindset; someone who is entrepreneurial, operationally disciplined, and committed to building something meaningful in their market. If those qualities are there, we can work with the rest.

What financial commitment is required to join your franchise network?

We believe in full transparency when it comes to the numbers, so here is a clear picture of what joining the easyCourier network looks like financially.

The initial investment breaks down as follows: a €15,000 franchise fee, €5,000 for the Svelta SaaS platform, €10,000 for marketing, and €15,000 in working capital, totalling €45,000 in setup costs, plus €20,000 for office and warehouse setup, bringing that component to €65,000. 

To put that in context: five vans operating at 80 parcels per day, across 22 working days a month, generates approximately 8,800 parcels per month. At an average rate of €4 per parcel, that translates to roughly €35,200 in monthly revenue. With operating costs of around €25,000 per month, a franchisee can expect net profit of approximately €15,000 monthly, pointing to a break-even horizon of 6 months. These are realistic, grounded numbers.

What are the ongoing fees associated with owning a franchise?

Once operational, franchisees carry a set of recurring costs that are standard for a well-run delivery business: the ongoing franchise royalty fee, the monthly Svelta SaaS subscription, fleet vehicle liaising maintenance, driver and staff payroll, and the fixed costs associated with running an office or warehouse. These are the building blocks of a professional operation, and our support infrastructure is designed to help franchisees manage them efficiently from day one.

How does the company support new franchisees in getting started?

We provide a comprehensive launch and ongoing support framework. From the moment a franchisee is onboarded, they receive website localisation for their market, a full launch marketing kit, sales scripts, pricing templates, and hiring guidelines. On the operational side, we provide fleet branding support, our full tech stack including Svelta, e-commerce plugins for integration with their clients' platforms, and a detailed Operations Playbook that codifies everything we have learned running the business ourselves.

And critically, the support does not stop at launch. We remain available for ongoing technical and operational guidance as franchisees scale. We are invested in their success. It is the only way the network grows.

What revenue potential can franchisees expect?

The break-even model I outlined earlier gives a solid baseline, but the honest answer is that the ceiling is largely determined by the franchisee themselves. The more parcels delivered, the greater the revenue, as this is a volume-driven business. Franchisees who invest in building strong client relationships, managing their fleet efficiently, and expanding their operational capacity will see that reflected directly in their numbers. We give them the tools, the brand, and the support. The execution is theirs to own.

What are the main responsibilities of franchisees?

Running an easyCourier franchise is a hands-on business leadership role. Franchisees are responsible for the day-to-day management of their delivery operations, ensuring parcels are picked up and delivered on time, maintaining service quality standards, and managing their driver teams effectively. On the commercial side, they are expected to build and grow relationships with local B2B clients, including retailers and e-commerce businesses.

Beyond operations, franchisees are also responsible for managing their financial performance, maintaining their fleet, handling local hiring and HR, and representing the easyCourier brand with the professionalism it demands. They are, in every sense, the CEO of their territory, and we look for people who are ready to take that ownership seriously.

Are there any future plans or expansions?

The ambition is clear: We want to establish one of the biggest courier operator networks in Europe, to make courier services affordable to the many, not the few.

In parallel, we continue to invest heavily in Svelta, our proprietary technology platform, because we believe that the logistics companies that will win in Europe are those that treat technology as a core competency. Every improvement we make to Svelta makes every franchisee in the network more efficient and more competitive. The technology and the network grow together.

Do you plan to expand in Poland?

Absolutely. Our roadmap covers every EU member state, and Poland is very much part of that picture. Poland is one of Europe's most significant logistics markets; the scale, the infrastructure, and the e-commerce growth trajectory all make it a priority territory for us. We look forward to finding the right partner there when the time comes.

Main conclusions

• Initial investment starting from €65,000 to launch an easyCourier franchise.
• Estimated monthly revenue of €35,200 generated by a fleet of five delivery vans.
• Potential monthly profit of around €15,000 with a projected break-even period of six months.
• Access to a proprietary logistics platform, parcel lockers, and collection points.
• Planned expansion across EU markets, with Poland identified as a future growth destination.