Pizzicata relaunches its franchise offering with three pizzeria formats
From takeaway outlets to pizzerias with table service, Pizzicata offers three formats, dedicated training and support for franchisees.
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The latest franchise news from Italy: new brands, market updates, regulation and events, curated by the Quality Franchise Association.
Click Café: royalty-free franchising from €19,000
Click Café offers a shop format starting at 60 sq m, with an investment of €19,000–€23,000 plus VAT. Its business model is based on supplying stock to franchisees.
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Wendy’s returns to Italy with plans for 170 franchised restaurants
The first opening is scheduled for 19 November in Rome, followed by Milan in 2027. Iconic Burger holds the Italian master franchise rights, with a target of 170 restaurants by 2035.
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Mondadori Retail: franchisees account for 45% of turnover
Franchising generated more than €100 million in 2025, highlighting the financial contribution of franchisees alongside the role of booksellers across the Mondadori Store network.
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Easyfarma targets 13 stores across company-owned and franchise network
Easyfarma plans seven openings in central and southern Italy. Currently operating six stores, the chain is expanding through a mix of company-owned and franchised outlets.
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Centro Posta seeks franchisees: packages from €7,900
The network offers royalty-free multi-service agencies and announces four openings in Sicily and Campania. Packages are also available for existing businesses.
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JB Burger steps up expansion, with franchise openings planned for 2027
JB Burger plans eight to nine openings in 2027, combining company-owned and franchised restaurants. Milan is home to the network’s fifth outlet.
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Franchising in Bologna: 20 brands and over €1.8 billion in turnover
Franchise networks based in Bologna generate more than half the regional turnover. The 2025 figures distinguish between brands’ registered offices and the locations of their outlets.
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Forum Retail 2026: technology and discussion for franchise networks in Milan
Robots, artificial intelligence and data: Forum Retail takes place on 11 and 12 November at Superstudio Più in Milan, with topics relevant to franchise networks.
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Refrigeration systems hacked in Sicily: the franchising implications
Three Arena franchisees and Radenza-operated Coop stores were among those affected. For franchise networks, equipment security and operational responsibilities are now key concerns.
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Mondadori Store: 320 franchisees across small towns and cities
The network comprises 320 franchisees and employs around 1,000 people. From Scampia to Salina, its franchised bookshops bring books to a wide range of communities.
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Mondadori Store: 30 new franchise bookshops planned for 2026
Twenty-one bookshops are already open, with another nine planned by December: Mondadori Retail is expanding through franchisees, from major cities to small towns across Italy.
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Grenke: franchise leasing volumes double
Grenke reports that its franchise leasing volumes have doubled in 2026. Leasing furniture and equipment reduces upfront spending, but the cost needs careful assessment.
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Porpetta: two pilot outlets planned in Rome, with franchising from 2028
The Rome-based restaurant concept is raising seed funding for its first outlets. Franchising is planned from 2028, with a target of 35 locations within five years.
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Bricocenter opens in Marsala and strengthens its franchise network
The Marsala store brings Bricocenter’s presence in Trapani province to three locations. Following two openings in Faenza, expansion continues through partnerships with local entrepreneurs.
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Cigierre plans 12 franchise openings in the second half of 2026
Cigierre plans 28 openings in the second half of 2026, including 12 franchised restaurants. Network turnover reached €264 million in the first six months.
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Franchising abroad: three webinars from Federfranchising
Three sessions on 10, 17 and 24 November explore international growth: preparing the network, choosing a partner and managing operations remotely.
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All’Antico Vinaio plans 15–20 openings with Only The Food
An agreement with Only The Food targets 15–20 outlets over three years. The first is scheduled to open on 11 November 2026 at Curno Shopping Centre in Italy.
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Franchising in Padua: workshop on staffing and conflict management
A free event in Padua on 5 November will explore recruitment, staff development and conflict management in the franchising community.
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Rios Poke to promote its franchise opportunity from December
With seven locations in Tuscany, Rios Poke is preparing a new franchise recruitment drive. It is looking for franchisees who will take an active role in day-to-day operations.
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Kebabberia launches franchising after opening ten restaurants in Puglia
The Bari-based chain is seeking its first franchisees after 17 years of company-operated growth. Start-up support is planned, but costs have yet to be specified.
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Federfranchising and City Angels call on franchise networks to lend support
At the City Angels gathering in Milan, Federfranchising urged franchise networks to contribute. FitActive supports the volunteers by donating uniforms.
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Bruzzo launches franchising: Abruzzo cuisine expands from Emilia
L’Arrosticino becomes Bruzzo and unveils its franchise proposition in Milan, building on its two restaurants in Parma and Reggio Emilia.
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Erfo: Fit&Go Italy slows as Diètnatural grows
Franchising revenue fell 3.9% to €4 million in the first half of 2026. Diètnatural Italy grew by 6%, partly offsetting the decline.
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Ca’ Pelletti turns to franchising after opening five restaurants
The Surgital Group brand is seeking franchise partners after more than a decade of company-run operations. Training and an integrated supply chain are central to its model.
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Hesburger enters Italy with its first restaurant in Matera
Opening planned for 23 October: an investment of almost €1 million and 20 new hires mark the Finnish chain’s Italian debut.
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Alice Pizza opens a franchise in San Donà di Piave
A new pizzeria opens at Centro Piave with franchisee Gianluca Ercolin. Franchising is the main driver of the brand’s plan to reach 400 outlets.
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Franchising in Milan: discussions on exclusivity and franchisee recruitment
Curtis and Assofranchising brought together around 50 representatives in Milan to discuss exclusivity, franchisee selection and suppliers.
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Mango expands in Italy: franchising in central and southern regions and a Coin partnership
The Mango–Coin partnership launches in Catania. Mango’s Italian expansion combines company-owned stores and franchising, with a focus on Sicily and Calabria.
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Doppio Malto: €5 million to support 60 new openings by 2029
Azimut is providing Doppio Malto with €5 million in funding. The plan targets 60 new openings by 2029, across company-owned and franchised restaurants.
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Franchising and shopping centres: refurbishment drives growth
Reno’s study for Confimprese counts 1,006 shopping centres in Italy. For franchise networks, extensions and refurbishment are becoming key opportunities.
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La Piadineria opens in Imperia, taking its Liguria network to 16
The first Imperia restaurant opened on 13 October. The chain now has more than 570 restaurants in Italy, with over 90% operated directly by the group.
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Botega Caffe Cacao and Stay FooDish: partnership starts in Daverio
Stay FooDish takes over the Daverio outlet as a franchisee. Its agreement with Botega Caffe Cacao targets franchise growth in shopping centres.
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Luca Barra: two new stores in Sicily and Naples
Luca Barra opens new stores in Gravina di Catania and Naples. Its franchise model has no joining fee or royalties.
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Gruppo GS: unions launch mobilisation as franchise network issues remain unresolved
Unions have declared a formal mobilisation at Gruppo GS. Unresolved issues include rationalisation of the franchise network, staff protections and store investment.
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Franchising in Italy: women make up 35% of franchisees
Women account for 35% of franchisees in Italy. According to research by Patrigest for Assofranchising, 79% of franchise brands expect female participation to grow.
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Cruncheria looks to franchising for expansion beyond Verona
Renato Bosco’s pizza concept has four outlets in the Verona area and is looking to franchising for growth. A look at the product, support and requirements for prospective franchisees.
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Pizza della Longevità: fundraising for franchise development
Antiaging Italian Food aims to raise up to €1.23 million. A pilot site in Bologna will help prepare the concept for a franchise network.
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Italian franchising: 20% of brands plan to expand abroad
An Assofranchising study outlines international expansion plans for the next three years. Some 41% of Italian chains already operate abroad.
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Salone Franchising Milano: more than 70 training sessions
Three days of training, with more than 70 sessions and over 100 speakers: Milan’s franchise fair combines opportunities for discussion with the search for a franchise.
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Franchising: personal services lead the growth outlook
At Milan’s franchise exhibition, Federfranchising highlights personal services, fitness and wellness as key areas with growth potential.
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Milan Franchising Show: 121 brands from 15 countries expected
Opening on 1 October 2026 at Fiera Milano, the show expects 121 brands from 15 countries. How to prepare to compare Italian and international franchise networks.
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Italian franchising: €39 billion in turnover and employment up 12%
Assofranchising figures reported by ANSA ahead of the Milan franchise exhibition show €39 billion in turnover, with 121 brands from 15 countries expected at the event.
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Franchising in Lombardy: €12.6 billion in turnover and 128,683 jobs
Lombardy accounts for 32.3% of Italian franchising turnover. The 2025 figures will inform discussions at Milan’s franchise exhibition.
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Badante Subito at Salone Franchising Milano 2026
The Pontedera-based business makes its exhibition debut after registering its brand and method. A look at the available information and the checks prospective franchisees should make.
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All’Antico Vinaio in Monaco: temporary debut for the Yacht Show
The Florentine brand makes its Monaco debut during the 2026 Yacht Show. The initiative is temporary, with no confirmation of a future permanent shop.
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Famila opens in Usmate Velate: reusing retail premises in Brianza
Famila opens a supermarket on a redeveloped retail site. The opening forms part of Selex’s plan for twenty new stores in 2026.
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Ameconviene.it: 120 QuiPoste stores form part of the project's existing base
Of the 150 existing outlets underpinning the Ameconviene.it project, 120 are QuiPoste stores. Understanding that breakdown is key to interpreting Adventure’s announcement.
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Pisa-based Bombolove opens up to franchising and seeks franchisees
The brand founded in Pisa’s Piazza Garibaldi is opening its concept to franchisees from 2026. Here is what we know and what prospective partners should ask.
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Facile.it to make its debut at Salone Franchising Milano 2026
Facile.it will attend Salone Franchising Milano for the first time, from 1 to 3 October at Allianz MiCo. Here is what to check before a meeting.
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Proshop reaches 300 stores: 17 openings across 2025 and 2026
The Crai Group retailer now has 300 stores. For readers interested in franchising, the figures need to be understood in terms of both network growth and how the stores are operated.
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Franchising in Italy: access to finance holds back new openings
Access to finance is an obstacle for 80% of franchisors. The 2026 Assofranchising Report reveals a growing sector that still faces barriers to expansion.
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Adventure SpA announces a nationwide network of multi-service hubs
ANSA Piemonte reports the launch of an Adventure SpA network of multi-service hubs in Italy. Timings, locations and the development model remain unclear.
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Ameconviene.it at the Milan Franchising Exhibition 2026
Adventure S.p.A.’s project will be presented from 1 to 3 October. For prospective franchisees, it is an opportunity to explore the proposed model in more detail.
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McDonald's in Surano: new restaurant and 40 new jobs
A new McDonald's is due to open in Surano on 26 September, with 40 new jobs, 252 seats and licensee Silvestro Colitti at the helm.
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Ameconviene.it plans physical service hubs for families
Adventure announces plans for a nationwide network in Italy, bringing advice, comparison services and family services together under one roof.
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Franchising in Italy: Ameconviene.it, Mr. Pling and Fortidia
Multi-service hubs, Chinese dumpling restaurants and a European award: three September news stories from Italy’s franchising community.
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