Australia’s leading retail freight and logistics company, Pack & Send, was awarded equal runner up at the 2008 International Franchisor of the Year Award, held in Singapore.

The award recognises the top three outstanding franchisors for their establishment of a global benchmark in franchising.

Each year the Franchising and Licensing Association, Singapore (FLA) invites a single nomination from each of the 36 member countries of the World Franchise Council. Currently in its fourth year, the 2008 International Franchisor of the Year Award had a record number of nominees. The Franchise Council of Australia nominated Pack & Send as a stand-out franchise to represent Australia.

Tristram Travers, Trade Commissioner for Australia in Singapore said Pack & Send’s award is a major achievement given it was up against some of the major global economies and franchising cultures in the world.

"It reflects their business dedication to customer service and detail. This award bodes well for Pack & Send’s desired expansion into Singapore and Asia. It has certainly given Pack & Send prominence in the franchising community of Singapore.”

The award follows Pack & Send’s recent expansion into the UK and New Zealand.

The judging committee evaluated finalists on their business strategy, franchising system, marketing, franchise relations and financial performance. The winner of the International Franchise Award was Chinese-based fast food franchise, Inner Mongolia Little-Sheep Catering Chain.

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