The Netherlands-based Goboony, a peer-to-peer campervan rental, announced on Friday, August 25, that it has merged with its French competitor Yescapa.
The combined platform now boasts a fleet of 30,000 vehicles across Europe, positioning it as the region’s largest motorhome sharing platform, following closely behind US-based platforms RVshare and Outdoorsy globally.
The decision to merge was driven by the growing demand for motorhome travel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has led to an increased interest in slow and local travel experiences close to nature, says the company.
Fundraising on cards
The merger results in the creation of a holding company with all four co-founders, Mark de Vos, Foppe Mijnlieff, Benoit Panel, and Adrien Pinson, led by Sergio Branco.
The companies say that the ambitious move is just the beginning, as Yescapa and Goboony plan to expand further into new countries and make outdoor travel more widespread and accessible.
To support their expansion plans and the growth of the platform, Goboony and Yescapa are preparing for a new round of fundraising. This follows a recent investment of €7M led by iXO Private Equity and existing shareholders.
Yescapa: Catering to Southern Europe
Founded in 2012 by Benoît Panel and Adrien Pinson, Yescapa is a marketplace for motorhome and campervan travel, mainly in Southern Europe.
“Being in close contact since 2018, the friendship between Yescapa and Goboony reinforces trust in this exciting journey, built upon shared values as our solid foundation. With this transformative merger, we are thrilled to shape the future of outdoor tourism for unforgettable campervan adventures and increase the value provided to our community,” says Benoit Panel, CEO of Yescapa.
Goboony: Catering to Northern Europe
Founded in 2015 by Mark de Vos and Foppe Mijnlieff, Goboony is a campervan rental company that aims to make motorhome road trips accessible, mainly in Northern Europe.
“As we unite our forces, we envision consolidating multiple companies in the motorhome rental industry, connecting several amazing brands and functionalities to one gateway in the coming years. This merger is a game-changer for anyone who enjoys outdoor holidays, as it will make it much easier to plan and book a hassle-free getaway all over Europe,” says Mark de Vos, CEO of Goboony.
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