PANO
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Opportunity details
Type Business opportunity
Cash RequiredThe cash required is the amount of cash you have available or that you can access without referring to a traditional loan (family loans, stock, retirement plans, etc).
 $30,000
Total InvestmentThe total investment is the total expected spending amount to start their business. This includes the franchise fee and other spending fees such as real estate, staffing, and supplies.
 Starting at $80,000
Native Country France
Available LocationsThe available locations for franchising are the territories or regions the franchisor is looking to develop.
 Middle East
Total Units (Worldwide) 150
Year Founded 1980

PANO

PANO is the largest network in Europe for signing and visual communication. The PANO dealers are signage experts and specialists in adhesive advertising and sign making.

Overview of the PANO Network

PANO is a global network of signage specialists, renowned for their expertise in visual communication.

With an extensive presence across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Mauritius, Djibouti, and Madagascar, PANO continues to grow by opening new service points, ever closer to its customers. Furthermore, the network remains at the forefront of innovation by offering the latest advancements in visual communication.

With forty years of experience, PANO franchisees provide professionals, such as artisans, merchants, SMEs/SMIs, local authorities, liberal professions, and associations, with comprehensive services including the design, manufacturing, and installation of printed and cut visuals.

From the moment they join, franchisees receive extensive training in the most advanced adhesive lettering and digital printing techniques. This training allows them to master all aspects of the advertising chain, from designing logos and messages to manufacturing and implementation, covering storefront wraps, sign creation, vehicle marking, textile printing, and much more.

Established in many countries across Europe and Africa, the PANO network aims to conquer new markets while strengthening its position in the already-served regions.

Candidate Profile

The franchisee will be a dynamic, skilled, and creative entrepreneur. Knowledge of computers is an asset.

PANO Key Figures

  • Company founding date: 1980
  • Franchise network launch: 1987
  • Number of franchises and other locations: 150 agencies
  • Contract type: Brand license
  • Personal contribution: €30,000
  • Entrance fee: €25,000
  • Average surface area: 50 to 120 m²
  • Total investment: From €80,000
  • Royalties, including advertising: €149.5 excluding VAT/month (year 1), €199.5 excluding VAT/month (year 2), then €249.5 excluding VAT/month.
  • Average turnover excluding VAT after 2 years of operation: from €200,000 to €300,000.

History

  • February 1980: Creation of a "PANO" workshop in Lormont near Bordeaux.
  • 1987: Opening of the first pilot "PANO Agency" in Bordeaux.
  • 1988: Opening of the second pilot "PANO Agency" in Bordeaux.
  • 1989-90: Launch of the "PANO Agency" concept and opening of the first franchises (150 agencies to date).

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