By looking at the recent Bank of England Summary of Business conditions, we explore how InXpress can help you grow a thriving business, in every circumstance.

There are various reasons people have for starting their own business, from wanting to do something they love and are passionate about, to achieving an end goal of being their own boss or leaving their mark on the world. Some aspire to use their business as a means of giving back and making a difference to their communities.

For some, the idea of investing in something like a franchise to make this more accessible for them, is an attractive one. Although, the Bank of England has seen a slowdown in investment intentions, thanks to several factors influencing UK businesses, there are several sectors about which investors remain optimistic. So, if you’re on the lookout for the right franchise to invest in, due diligence into the market and industry, as well as the brand, will set you up for success. 

InXpress is a leading global shipping franchise, which empowers its network of 450+ franchisees to connect their customers with the right shipping solution for their business. We’ve established partnerships with the world’s leading couriers, like DHL, so our franchisees don’t have to fight to establish their place in the market, nor do any of the couriering themselves!

So, what’s the current outlook for the shipping industry?

According to the April “Agents’ summary of business conditions” (ASBC), “There’s general concern that the Middle East conflict risks disruption to global shipping lines – not just to and from the Gulf – and poses downside risks to UK import and export flows. One global shipping firm reports that the supply chain and shipping impact has so far been limited and is expected to remain so. They are not expecting a major supply chain shock in terms of moving cargo into/out of the UK. Nor are they expecting a spike in pricing, with movements so far within their normal range.”

In a nutshell, the impact on the UK’s shipping industry is relatively small, compared to initial thoughts, which is good news for anyone looking to move into, or invest in their own business in this sector. Of course, for our franchisees, the impact on their business comes from the impact of the current economic challenges on their business. Which is why we encourage our network to never focus on just one industry for ultimate success.

So, what about your prospective customers?

Let’s not shy away from the fact that some industries have been impacted by rising costs in their sector, and challenges which may be affecting their supply chain. However, according to the Bank of England, there are several sectors – which could form the foundation of your customer-base – who are doing well. As an InXpress franchise partner, we’ll show you how to strengthen your customer-base by working with several sectors, which is one of the most advantageous elements of investing in InXpress.

As the ASBC report states, “In contrast, those manufacturers in aerospace, defence, green technology and data centre components are growing strongly. To date most contacts have not seen any impact from the Middle East conflict on their orders… A few report stronger short-term demand as their customers look to build stocks against future shortages.” The market remains a huge opportunity for our franchisees, given the size and diversity of sectors all looking for the right shipping solution. Our Head Office team of experts will support you to identify how to approach any companies within an sector you may not be as familiar with.

How InXpress can help you grow

InXpress is a franchise which was first established in 1999, so we are no stranger to economic challenges and global situations which threaten to impact UK businesses. 

Our model has proven the test of time, meaning our Head Office support team are expertly positioned to help you traverse any storms that arise, and grow stronger through them. We’ve developed a business which gives you access to multiple streams of revenue, and guidance on how to maximise and pivot your customer base in advance of economic changes. This is providing our franchise owners with the peace of mind their business can thrive through any circumstance.

The strength of our franchise is the low overheads needed for you to start a business with us; there are no warehouse or transport costs! All you need is access to a phone and the internet, and the confidence to approach businesses in your territory about how you can support them with their shipping. Our experts will provide you with the training and support to know how to help your customers find the right carrier solution at the right price for them, and how to monitor shipments so they benefit from peace of mind thanks to the InXpress approach to customer service. 

Can we prove we can help you succeed?

Whilst there’s no hard evidence for anything that happens in the future, by looking at the thriving businesses within our network in combination with our past growth, you can gain a level of confidence to ease your mind about how we can help you. 

InXpress franchisees, once they’ve established their businesses, benefit from the residual income garnered through the regular shipments made by their customer base. The bigger your base, the more you’ll see. Which is why many of our 450+ global network enjoy year-on-year growth and six figure turnovers. 

Not sure but want to know more?

Speak to our franchise recruitment team for yourself to find out more, and to ask those burning questions about the validity of our claim. 

 1. www.bankofengland.co.uk/agents-summary/2026/april-2026

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