The Group
We are one, to the power of many.
A unique platform of diverse people and technology. Here to uplift the world of business onwards, upwards, outwards.
Powered by talent, led by expertise, driven by empathy. Fuelled by a shared ambition to empower one another.
For our people and customers:
We magnify potential.
We multiply opportunities.
Since the inception of MBE Worldwide in 2009, our Group has undergone remarkable growth and evolution. Initially focused on shipping and fulfillment, we have expanded into key areas such as e-commerce, digital solutions, printing and marketing. Through our People at PrestaShop, Mail Boxes Etc., PostNet, PACK & SEND, World Options, Spedingo, GEL Proximity, AlphaGraphics, Multicopy and Print Speak, we power our customers’ business, globally.
Explore the Group’s journey from 1980 to the present
1980
Start
Mail Boxes Etc. starts in San Diego, California
1993
Graziano Fiorelli becomes MBE Master Licensee for Italy
2000
We acquire 60% of Mail Boxes Etc. Spain
2001
We acquire the majority of Mail Boxes Etc. Germany
2009
We form MBE Worldwide to acquire Mail Boxes Etc. from UPS (except business in U.S. and Canada)
2010
1,370 MBE Service Centers in the World
2012
We establish a direct presence in France
2014
We establish a direct presence in Poland
2016
1,500+ MBE Service Centers in the World
2017
We acquire PostNet and AlphaGraphics
2018
We acquire majority ownership of 44 Centers from franchisees, creating a Directly Operated Stores (DOS) Platform
2020
We sign the agreement with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. to acquire up to a 40% ownership interest in MBE Worldwide via a restricted capital increase in order to support additional growth
2021
We acquire PACK & SEND in Australia, New Zealand and UK, Multicopy in the Netherlands and PrestaShop, the leading e-commerce platform in Europe and Latin America.
2022
We acquire GEL Proximity in Italy and World Options in the UK, USA, Australia, the Netherlands and Belgium
2023
We acquire 100% of the share capital of PACK & SEND UK and PACK & SEND New Zealand from former Master Licensees.
2024
We launched “Fortidia” as our new Group branding.
Our Global Network currently includes 3,190 locations worldwide.
Our Global Network presently operates in 60 countries across 5 continents.
The people who make up our network are united by a shared vocation of finding solutions to help our customers succeed.
Our Global Network is serving over 1.1 Million small and medium enterprises all over the world.
Milan, Italy (HQ); Denver, US; Sydney, Australia; Almere, the Netherlands; Barcelona, Spain; Berlin, Germany; Paris, France; Warsaw, Poland; Accrington, UK; Christchurch, NZ.
FY2023 System-wide Sales. In 2023 our Global Network achieved €1.4B (US$1.5B) of System Wide Sales and €22B (US$23.8B) of eCommerce Gross Merchandise Value.
Our Business
Fortidia combines the power of a physical network location-based with its digital e-commerce platform to maximize its impact across the business landscape. Through our trusted brands—PrestaShop, Mail Boxes Etc., Postnet, Pack & Send, World Options, Spedingo, GEL Proximity, Alphagraphics, Multicopy and Printspeak—we empower our partners with the independence to leverage our established business model, industry-leading tools, and comprehensive support, fostering local entrepreneurship with the full backing of Fortidia’s expertise and resources.
Our Values
United in purpose
Our passion is infectious. With people powering people, and the best attracting the best, our circle of expertise grows ever stronger.
Courageous ambition
Bravery not perfection. Our drive for innovation pushes us to go beyond the expected. When it comes to achieving the best for our customers, there are no limits to our aspirations.
Power of perspectives
Our diverse perspectives embolden us. Seeing from different viewpoints opens more doors for possibilities.
Tenacious mindset
A marathon, never a sprint. We give extra care and attention to detail, while we stay focused on the larger and longer term impact we create for people and businesses.