This selection of Swedish franchise networks shows a mix of well-established retail and service providers, alongside younger restaurant concepts. Hemköp, founded in 1958, operates over 200 grocery stores, while Pressbyrån, established in 1906, is an innovative kiosk chain. In vehicle repair, MEKO and MECA are prominent, offering spare parts and maintenance solutions. The restaurant sector is represented by O'Learys, a global eatertainment chain, and Pinchos, an app-based restaurant.
The data reveals a strong concentration of headquarters in Stockholm, with notable exceptions like MECA in Malmö, Pinchos in Gothenburg, and Iduna AB in Varberg. The companies span various industries, including retail, vehicle services, real estate, and advertising, indicating a diverse franchise landscape in Sweden. Several companies, such as Veteranpoolen, which provides staffing solutions using skilled retirees, and Waynes, an international café chain, highlight the breadth of services offered through franchising.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,517 | ||||
| 2 | 913 | ||||
| 3 |
O'Learysolearystrademark.com
Social eatertainment experience combining sports, food, and social activities globally through over 130 franchised restaurants with American-inspired flavors and dynamic atmosphere |
802 | |||
| 4 | 786 | ||||
| 5 |
Pinchospinchos.se
Pinchos is the world's first app restaurant where guests can book tables, view the menu, order food and drinks through a mobile app |
762 | |||
| 6 |
Svensk Direktreklam ABsdr.se
Leading direct marketing company in Sweden, offering unaddressed and targeted direct mail services with nationwide coverage and expertise in campaign planning, execution, and measurement |
591 | |||
| 7 |
Pressbyrånpressbyran.se
Innovative kiosk chain offering convenient meals/snacks, modern services, and reading materials to simplify and enhance daily life at transportation hubs Owned by Reitangruppen AS |
522 | |||
| 8 | 443 | ||||
| 9 |
SkandiaMäklarnaskandiamaklarna.se
A leading Swedish real estate agency offering high-quality services since 1980, specializing in residential and commercial properties with a strong focus on employee growth and development |
435 | |||
| 10 | 347 | ||||
| 11 |
HusmanHagberghusmanhagberg.se
A leading real estate brokerage chain with over 70 offices and nearly 300 employees, priding themselves on local expertise, passion, and success-driven teamwork |
339 | |||
| 12 |
Apoteksgruppenkarriar.kronansapotek.se
A unique journey of transformation in the pharmacy industry combining Apoteksgruppen and Kronans Apotek to become Sweden's third-largest player Follow our progress! |
337 | |||
| 13 |
Veteranpoolenveteranpoolen.se
Skilled retirees providing staffing solutions for businesses and diverse home services like gardening, cleaning, and maintenance for private households throughout Sweden. |
335 | |||
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| 14 |
Wayneswaynescoffee.se
An international café chain that revolutionized the modern European café concept in Sweden, with over 40,000 daily guests across 10 countries |
235 | |||
| 15 |
Team Sportia ABteamsportia.se
A leading sports retailer in Sweden with 90 stores, focusing on fitness, football, running, outdoor, cycling, and skiing, inspiring an active lifestyle |
227 | |||
| 16 | 194 | ||||
| 17 |
Pincho Nationpinchonation.com
A fast-growing restaurant concept with extravagant décor, offering global flavors in tapas format Utilizes app-based technology for enhanced dining experience with franchise operations in Nordic countries |
183 | |||
| 18 |
Kahls Kaffe ABkahls.se
Family business roasting carefully chosen coffee beans from top global producers, combining tradition with technology to ensure premium quality and taste for coffee lovers. |
54 | |||
| 19 |
BUSFRÖ Second Handbusfro.se
Leading Swedish commercial secondhand chain offering a unique, modern, and colorful shopping experience for children, adults, and home items, promoting sustainable consumption in city centers 💚♻ |
46 | |||
| 20 |
Card Group International ABcardgroup.com
An international company with Master Franchise offices in 45 countries, offering a market-leading range of greeting cards, gifts, and accessories |
35 | |||
| 21 |
Ll'Amice ABllamice.se
A high-ambition Italian restaurant chain, focused on food and people, offering a Neapolitan-inspired environment |
24 | |||
| 22 |
Försäkringshusetxn--frskringshuset-7hb9z.se
A company with over 30 years of experience in providing customized insurance solutions for businesses, focusing on traditional industries, service companies, and transportation |
20 | |||
| 23 |
BRÖLLOPSBRUKETbrollopsbruket.se
Luxury bridal showroom offering both second-hand and new wedding dresses in multiple locations, providing a private fitting experience for brides and their friends |
18 | |||
| 24 |
Sweden Hotels
A collection of privately-owned, personality-driven three and four star hotels across Sweden, offering competitive rates and various services to member hotels |
11 | |||
| 25 |
Euronics Burlöveuronics.se
A leading European chain of electronics stores offering the latest technology products, expert advice, and a wide range of electronic products and accessories |
6 | |||
| 26 |
Eggs Inc.eggsinc.com
A joyful dining experience offered by a franchise with support for entrepreneurs to run multiple restaurants in their territory |
5 | |||
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