Retail franchises

Manitou Australia Franchise Opportunity

The marketing, sale and service of material handling, agricultural and construction equipment marketed under the Manitou brand and parts and accessories.

4 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2021Registered as Manitou Australia Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Manitou Australia franchise cost?

A Manitou Australia franchise requires a total investment of $250,000–$1,000,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

Manitou Australia vs the Retail median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeManitou AustraliaCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$250K–$1M$200,000–$511,000 (93)above median

Medians from the Retail Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

4venues in Australia
2franchised businesses
2company-owned units
14franchisees (operators)
5years operating in Australia

Operates in NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007383) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$250,000 – $1,000,000
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)$250,000 – $1,000,000
Other payments (annual)$100,000 – $200,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007383) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 1 to less than 3 years

Option to renew No

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007383) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Manitou Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyNo
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007383) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.manitou.com

Phone +61 2 9517 3174

Email Stuart Walker <s.walker@manitou-group.com>

Registered office Level 1, 6-10 O’Connell Street, Sydney NSW 2000

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007383) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How Manitou Australia’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Before you buy into Manitou Australia

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Manitou Australia franchise cost?

A Manitou Australia franchise requires a total investment of $250,000–$1,000,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are Manitou Australia's ongoing fees?

Manitou Australia's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is Manitou Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Manitou Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.