Portuguese road trip vehicle rental company Indie Campers has acquired Just go and Bunk Campers, two European brands owned by Tourism Holdings Limited, a global motorhome operator based in New Zealand.
The deal includes the fleets and operations of both brands, and its value was not disclosed, according to a statement quoted by ECO.
Indie Campers said the acquisition represents an “important step” in the company’s long-term strategy to strengthen its platform and further consolidate its position in Europe, while it continues to expand globally across Europe, North America, and Oceania.
The integration of the Just go and Bunk Campers brands will expand Indie Campers’ presence in the United Kingdom and Ireland, which the company considers strategic markets in Europe.
Following the conclusion of the deal, Indie Campers now operates nine collection points in the region, broadening its geographic coverage and improving responsiveness on the continent.
“This is a significant step forward for the way we serve motorhome travelers in the UK and Ireland region,” said Rita Carvalho, managing director for the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics, who led the transaction on the Indie Campers side.
According to her, the acquisition brings teams together and adds new capabilities to provide a more seamless experience across multiple locations.
“From the iconic routes of Scotland to the coastal roads of Ireland, with London as a gateway for international travellers heading to Europe, we are expanding access to motorhome travel across the region,” she added.
Founded in 2013 in Lisbon, Indie Campers operates a digital platform designed to make road trip planning easier and more personalized. The company offers RVs, campervans, and motorhomes for rent or sale and is present in more than 20 countries across Europe, North America, and Oceania.
Indie Campers operates an owned fleet of more than 10,000 vehicles and has supported over 350,000 road trips, serving nearly 850,000 clients from more than 130 nationalities.
Its model combines its own fleet with a peer-to-peer marketplace in Europe, alongside services such as one-way rentals, unlimited mileage on its own vehicles, and flexible booking options.
The company has also been investing in the digital integration of operations and the centralization of processes. Alongside territorial expansion, the acquisition of Just go and Bunk Campers reinforces Indie Campers’ broader consolidation strategy, according to the statement quoted by ECO.
The recreational vehicle industry is experiencing significant expansion globally, providing a favorable backdrop for Indie Campers’ growth strategy. In 2024, the global recreational vehicle market reached $56.7 billion in value and is expected to expand at a 4% compound annual growth rate from 2025 to 2034.
The RV rental segment specifically shows particularly strong momentum. The global RV rental market was valued at $2.01 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.09%, reaching $4.78 billion by 2033.
The RV rental market is being driven by several key factors, including a rising interest in outdoor activities such as hiking and camping, increased demand for flexible travel options fueled by remote work trends, advancements in digital platforms that simplify the rental process, and a growing shift toward sustainable and eco-conscious travel.
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