The franchise entrepreneurs felt over a number of years affected by AHF in the field of prices, bonuses and expenses, but according to the court, the claims on an incorrect basis.
The franchisees, which the retail giant Albert Heijn rent, considered not to be proportionate benefit of bulkkortingen of suppliers. In addition, the entrepreneurs have to contribute financially for the maintenance of inventories, while the parent company, there is absolutely no cost for.
Earlier it was spoken about a requirement of about 200 million euro. In the ruling Wednesday was, however, no amount stated, other than that, the franchisees are now for the costs of the proceedings must pay the price.
Independent
According to the court, its franchisees are independent operators who for its own risk and account. The principle of ‘fair share' is not the basis of the franchise agreements. Also, the requirement to appoint three experts to the figures to check, was the judge dismissed.
The court called the parties further on the issues at the negotiating table to solve.
Albert Heijn says are pleased with the ruling, especially since there is now clarity. The supermarket chain hopes to be soon again in conversation with franchisees to make arrangements for the future.
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