Our Story.
We are an experienced print and product management company based in Moonah, Tasmania. We started as Franklin Press in 1998, a local print shop. By 2010 the industry was changing, and we needed to change with it.
In 2012 we rebranded as Franklin Direct, with a new direction that allowed us to harness the 30+ years of print experience and apply it on a global scale. We expanded into new areas, such as packaging, custom products, product sourcing, and books.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, our professionalism, and our attention to detail.
Let's be Frank.
Meet Franklin Direct.
We are a small team with bold ambitions.
Nicholas Hawker Director
Nicholas took over the reigns of Franklin Direct when it was franklin Press in 1998.Applying his over 40+ years of experience in the print industry, he has transformed Franklin Direct into global procurement company headquartered in Tasmania.
A secure procurement process allows supply of a broad range of quality products into the Australian market, with door-to-door delivery, competitive pricing and online ordering a mainstay of the secure Franklin Direct supply chain.
Franklin gets it and so does Nick.
David Thorne
David joined Franklin Press Pty Ltd as a prepress operator in 2006 after completing his studies in computer science at UTas in 2004.
Now after 17+ years, David has transitioned into a management role and is overseeing the creation of Franklin Direct's next chapter, Franklin Direct Online, a simple and convenient way to order, with particular emphasis on the customer experience.
David's commitment, experience, knowledge and eye for detail has been essential for Franklin Direct to grow into the professional business it is today.
Franklin Knows it and so does Dave.
Some of the business we've partnered with.
