1. Guaranteed customer flow
2. Ready-made concept & support
3. Profitable in year one
For automotive pros, mechanics, and engineers
Start your own business – with the Schmitz Cargobull truck service van
As an independent partner, you service & repair truck trailers for Europe's market leader.
New customers are already waiting – more than 400,000 vehicles need servicing. Book your call now, before your region is taken.
"I had customers from day one – it worked out great!"
Olli, one of the first franchise partners, shares his experience in the video – hit play and see for yourself!
Anyone can make promises in an ad. Instead, trust what real franchise partners say from experience. Like Olli, one of the first partners in the Münsterland region, who went from employee to running his own company in just a few weeks. Watch the video!
Why Schmitz Cargobull?
3 reasons to partner with the market leader.
Less risk, more security: here's how you benefit from Europe's strongest service network.
1. Guaranteed jobs from day one through service contracts
You don't start from scratch. Existing service contracts and the 24/7 hotline mean work is already waiting for you. You won't get that anywhere else.
2. Turnkey service van & headquarters support
Get in, drive off, start earning. From €930/month, you get a fully equipped workshop van plus support from headquarters.
3. Perfect for master mechanics – start right away
Certified master mechanic? Perfect – you already meet the key requirement and can build your own company and get going immediately.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FINANCIALLY?
Service van revenue forecast for the first 3 years
Thanks to fixed service contracts and strong demand, you can generate high revenue in your very first year – and scale significantly with every additional van.
Year 1
approx. €261,000
1 service van + part-time help
Year 2
approx. €501,000
1–2 service vans + employees
Year 3
approx. €769,000
2–3 service vans + employees
"All my questions were answered, I really liked it – now nothing's standing in my way."
Georgios, franchise partner in Essen, talks about what went through his mind on the way to launching his business with Schmitz Cargobull.
Starting your own business raises a lot of questions. But what good are brochures or ad copy? Hear it from real partners instead. When this video was shot, Georgios was still getting started – today he's a successful franchise partner in Essen. Watch the video!
Your role as a service partner:
Breakdown & emergency assistance
Hands-on support on site – you make sure vehicles with technical problems are back on the road fast.
Maintenance & repairs
You handle routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on refrigeration units and trailers.
Parts service & sales
You sell and install spare parts – fast, the right fit, right at the customer's site.
Diagnostics & telematics
You diagnose technical faults, look after the telematics systems, and make sure every vehicle is properly connected.
Get started with Europe's market leader
Claim your region before someone else does.
Watch the video now – Lukas Reich, Head of Franchise Net, walks you through the concept.
For experienced pros
You're a certified master mechanic or have a similar qualification:
With a master mechanic certification (or equivalent), you can start right away – no extra qualifications, no waiting. What does that mean for you?
You get instant access to the complete franchise system: digital tools, training, support, and service structure. You're ready to go from day one and can start generating revenue.
Do what Oleg did – get off the hamster wheel and take off as an entrepreneur in partnership with Schmitz Cargobull!
"That's when I knew: this is exactly what I want to do!"
Oleg, franchise partner in Germany's Ruhr region, had lots of questions before partnering with Schmitz Cargobull.
Going straight from master certification to running your own business – that's the dream for many. But that's exactly where most people fail: red tape, no business plan, and little chance of success. Oleg's story shows how different it can be with a strong partner like Schmitz Cargobull by your side. Watch the video now!
WHY TAKE THE RISK?
Don't start from scratch – start with the market leader
A system that has worked since 1892 and has weathered every crisis to date.
Who is Schmitz Cargobull?
For more than 130 years, Schmitz Cargobull has made sure Europe's goods reach their destination safely. As a leading manufacturer of semi-trailers, trailers, and refrigerated vehicles, the company is the backbone of daily operations for many transport businesses.
What makes Schmitz Cargobull different?
A robust, crisis-tested structure that has thrived in every market cycle since 1892 – and a Europe-wide service network that keeps tens of thousands of vehicles moving every day. With more than 6,400 employees and 400,000+ vehicles on the road, it's one of Europe's most reliable system providers.
6,400
Employees
€2.16B
Annual revenue
50%
Market share
300+
Partners wanted
Still on the fence?
Compare for yourself: all the benefits at a glance
See the difference between going it alone and starting out with Europe's market leader.
Downsides
Going it alone
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With Schmitz Cargobull
WHY SCHMITZ CARGOBULL?
9 reasons you'll get off to a stronger start as a service partner
These nine points show why, as a service partner of Europe's market leader, you can start more easily, safely, and quickly than on your own.
1. Turnkey service concept
All processes, IT systems, tools, and standards are ready for you. You jump in without reinventing the wheel.
2. Easier selling with backup
No sales experience needed. Jobs come in automatically through service contracts, the hotline, and existing customers.
3. Start with Europe's No. 1
A strong brand means trust, predictability, and a full order book from day one.
4. No haggling over prices
Clearly defined hourly rates & flat fees. No price debates with end customers. Transparent pricing makes selling easy for you and your team.
5. Low overhead
Mobile service instead of a fixed shop. You work on the road at your customers' sites – no building of your own, no high fixed costs.
6. High market demand
More than 400,000 vehicles need regular servicing. Every new van grows your revenue predictably.
7. Your master certification is your ticket in
Your master mechanic certification covers the key requirement. Go straight into running your own business – no extra qualifications needed.
8. You're in demand – and you matter
Every repair prevents downtime, protects temperature-sensitive cargo, and safeguards transport quality. That makes your work essential.
9. Predictable revenue & a clear path to scale
Typical growth: Year 1: €261,000 · Year 2: €501,000 · Year 3: €769,000. Every additional service van keeps your revenue growing steadily.
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