Theault

What Theault does

Theault is a French manufacturer of horse transport vans and trucks, founded in 1924 and headquartered in Ponts, Normandy. The company designs and builds custom vehicles on commercial chassis platforms (Renault Master, Mercedes Sprinter, Scania, Volvo), covering the ≤3.5T light-vehicle segment through the AERO range and Xteo, and the ≥12T heavy-duty segment through the Endurance and Elegance lines, with the latter offering integrated living quarters for extended travel. Its core technology combines aluminum bodywork with modular partition systems, notably the worldwide-patented SWITCH system enabling 8 configurable horse-compartment layouts, and a UTAC homologated crash-tested cabin-horse safety partition. Theault also markets an electric variant (PROTEO e-Motion) and a centenary edition celebrating its 100-year heritage.

Theault serves professional equestrian athletes (Olympic and competitive riders in show jumping, dressage, eventing, and racing), horse breeders and trainers, equestrian clubs, racing professionals, and affluent individual owners. Customer reach extends to more than 20 countries via a network of 15+ distributors across Europe, the Middle East, South Africa, and Australia, plus localized websites in multiple languages. The brand is endorsed by an ambassador roster of Olympic riders and holds the French state EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) label, renewed in March 2026.

The business operates a multi-stream revenue model combining direct hardware sales (new and used vehicles, parts, and merchandise under THEAULT Collection), subscription/recurring financing through its wholly-owned SAS THEAULT Finances (long-term lease LLD from €790/month, medium-term rental LMD from €1,250/month), and professional services (after-sales, warranty extensions, homologation, insurance/assistance, and customization). Go-to-market is event-driven, with significant presence at major European equestrian shows (EQUITA Lyon, Jumping International de Bordeaux, Equitana Essen, CHI Geneva) and supported by the THEAULT Live virtual showroom and the Renteo collaborative rental platform. Theault is a privately held SAS with registered capital of €1,049,700 and a workforce of 51-100 employees.

Name

Theault

Legal name

THEAULT

Website

https://theault.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Theault is a French manufacturer (founded 1924) of custom horse transport vans and trucks built on Renault, Mercedes, Scania, and Volvo chassis, serving professional equestrians, breeders, racing professionals, and affluent individual owners across 20+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ponts

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales (New): Direct sales of new manufactured horse trucks and vans including AERO Master, AERO Sprinter, Xteo, Endurance, and Elegance ranges. Vehicles available on Renault Master, Mercedes Sprinter, Scania, and Volvo chassis platforms. Custom configuration and manufacturing to order.
2. Used Vehicle Sales: Sale of pre-owned Theault vehicles through dedicated platform theault-occasions.com. Includes premium vehicles with 12-month breakdown guarantee.
3. Long-term Lease (LLD): Location Longue Durée financing through SAS THEAULT Finances. Starting from €790/month for 24-month terms. Available for professionals and individuals. Includes comprehensive packages.
4. Medium-term Rental (LMD): Location Moyenne Durée offering starting from €1,250/month without initial contribution. Flexible solution for Proteo Fit and Switch models in 3 or 5-seat versions.
5. Parts & Accessories: Sales of spare parts and accessories including THEAULT branded merchandise (jackets, polo shirts, blankets, saddle pads) through the THEAULT Collection.
6. After-sales Services: Warranty extensions, homologation services, insurance & assistance, worldwide support, and customization services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Theault is a French specialty vehicle manufacturer that designs and builds customized horse transport vans and trucks on commercial chassis platforms (Renault Master, Mercedes Sprinter, Scania, Volvo). Its catalog covers light vehicles ≤3.5T (AERO Master, AERO Sprinter, Xteo) and heavy-duty trucks ≥12T (Endurance, Elegance with living quarters), featuring the worldwide-patented SWITCH modular partition system. The offering is completed by financing (LLD/LMD), used vehicle sales, parts and accessories (THEAULT Collection), after-sales service, homologation and customization.

Product overview

THEAULT is a French manufacturer of vans and trucks for horse transport with over 100 years of heritage (founded 1924). The company operates from Ponts, Normandy, and offers a portfolio of light vehicles (≤3.5T, B license) and heavy-duty trucks (≥12T, C license). Current core products include the AERO range (AERO Master on Renault Master, AERO Sprinter on Mercedes Sprinter) and Xteo as light vehicles, with Endurance and Elegance (with living quarters) as heavy-duty options. Legacy products include PROTEO Switch with its patented modular system and PROTEO e-Motion electric version. THEAULT also provides complementary services including THEAULT Live virtual showroom, the Renteo collaborative rental platform, vehicle configurator, leasing/financing solutions, and a merchandise line (THEAULT Collection). The company holds the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label recognizing its artisanal and industrial excellence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PROTEO: Horse transport vehicle range featuring the patented SWITCH system for modular horse configuration.
• AERO
• Xteo
• Endurance
• Elegance
• Renteo

Products and services

• AERO Master Light horse transport van built on Renault Master chassis (≤3.5T, B license), featuring aluminum body with 30mm insulated panels, the Switch modular horse-compartment system and configurable interior, aimed at professional and individual horse owners needing a license-B-accessible vehicle.
• AERO Sprinter Light horse transport van on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis (≤3.5T, B license) with the Switch modular compartment system, insulated aluminum body and configurable interior, for professional and individual buyers preferring the Mercedes platform.
• Xteo Essential/entry-level horse transport vehicle (≤3.5T, B license) positioned as the accessible base model in Theault's range for buyers seeking a simplified, license-B-compliant horse van.
• Endurance Heavy-duty horse transport truck (≥12T, C license) built on Scania or Volvo chassis, designed for professional transporters requiring high-capacity, durable vehicles for daily operations.
• Elegance Premium heavy-duty horse truck (≥12T, C license) on Scania or Volvo chassis offering 3–9 horse capacity with optional living quarters (Lounge, Loft configurations) including kitchen, shower and sleeping amenities for extended travel.
• PROTEO Switch Legacy light horse transport vehicle featuring the worldwide-patented Switch modular partition system with 8 configurations and 3-position aluminum sliding partitions, built on Renault, Peugeot, Fiat, Citroën or Nissan chassis at ≤3.5T; being phased out in favor of the new AERO range.
• PROTEO e-Motion 100% electric motorization version of the PROTEO range, introduced as an exclusive innovation at EQUITA Lyon 2023, representing Theault's entry into electric propulsion for horse transport vehicles.
• Long-term Lease (LLD - Location Longue Durée) Long-term lease financing offered through SAS THEAULT Finances, starting from €790/month for 24-month terms on the PROTEO Switch, available to professionals and individuals with all-inclusive maintenance and support packages.
• Medium-term Rental (LMD - Location Moyenne Durée) Medium-term flexible rental from €1,250/month without initial contribution on Proteo Fit and Switch models in 3 or 5-seat versions, providing a predictable-cost alternative to ownership.
• Used Vehicle Sales (theault-occasions.com) Sale of pre-owned Theault vehicles through the dedicated theault-occasions.com platform, including premium vehicles with a 12-month breakdown guarantee.
• THEAULT Collection (parts and branded merchandise) Branded merchandise and accessories line including jackets, waistcoats, coats, sweatshirts, polo shirts, blankets, saddle pads and accessories, sold to owners and brand enthusiasts.
• After-sales Service, Homologation and Customization Warranty extensions, homologation services, insurance & assistance, worldwide support, and bespoke vehicle customization services delivered through Theault's Ponts facility and distributor network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100+ years of manufacturing heritage without interruption
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• RenteocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Europe's first collaborative horse truck rental platform. Enables vehicle owners to rent their Theault vehicles when not in use, and provides short-term rental options for customers. Joint presence at major events including Equitana and EQUITA Lyon. Renteo team participates in trade shows alongside Theault.
• Forestier SellierminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for the 'Job de rêve' internship program. Forestier, also an EPV label holder, organizes annual internship program where participants use Theault Proteo Switch vehicles to travel France with their horses.
• CARDEVER & cocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBelgian distributor based in Rekkem (Lau T.M7, 8930). Contact: Philip Verschaeve and Valeer Mazereel. Represents Theault at Flanders Horse Expo and other Belgian equestrian events.
• MC GuillaumecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWalloon distributor based in Manage, Belgium (Chaussée de Nivelles 89G, 7170). Contact: Patrick Guillaume. Specializes in show horse truck sales and customization.
• B&W UtilitairescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Swiss distributor announced November 2024. Partnership for CHI Geneva 2024 - their first major joint event. Represents Theault brand in Swiss market.
• MEFA PferdetransportercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman distributor. Contact: Ralf Utz. Joint presence at Equitana Essen with dual stands (3A08 & G11).
• Grand National du Trot (GNT)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of the 2026 Grand National du Trot circuit. The winning trainer receives a Theault truck for one year. Major brand visibility across all circuit stops.
• Equine Trucks IrelandcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIrish distributor. Contact: Richard Milligan. Serves the Irish equestrian market.
• Laimer NutzfahrzeugecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustrian distributor. Contact: Nicolas Hausamann. Regional coverage for Austrian market.
• CentrumprivesucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCzech distributor. Contact: Jan Hartman. Regional coverage for Czech and Central European markets.
• Kingsrod TradingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNorwegian distributor. Contact: Morten Tidemansen. Regional coverage for Scandinavian market.
• TorstensonscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwedish distributor. Contact: Ola Torstenson. Regional coverage for Swedish market.
• GLADcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanish distributor. Contact: Martin Vang Kristiansen. Regional coverage for Danish market.
• Piccola OycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinnish distributor. Contact: Gun Järnefelt. Regional coverage for Finnish market.
• ATACANTERcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK distributor. Contact: Andrew Dolby. Regional coverage for British market.
• Bonjour Equestrian SuppliescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUAE and Middle East distributor. Contact: Nicolas Girot. Regional coverage for Middle Eastern market.
• Goode Wind Equestrians SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth African distributor. Contact: Rolf Knittel. Regional coverage for African market.
• THEAULT South PacificcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralia and Pacific region distributor. Contact: Luis Verbeeck. Manages sales and support for Australian market.
• HORCES TRUCKScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman distributor. Contact: Lorenz Pilgram. Regional coverage for German market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Böckmann Fahrzeugwerke: German premium horse trailer and transport vehicle manufacturer established in 1956. Direct competitor to Theault in the European premium horse transport segment, with strong presence in Germany and the broader DACH region.
• Cheval Liberté: French horse trailer manufacturer established in Poitou-Charentes. Direct geographic competitor to Theault in the French market, offering horse trailers and vans across multiple price tiers.
• Fautras: French manufacturer of horse trailers and transport vans based in Vendée. Direct competitor in the French and broader European horse transport market, with comparable product ranges and custom-build capabilities.
• Ifor Williams Trailers: UK-based trailer manufacturer with a significant horse trailer product line. Major European competitor to Theault, particularly strong in UK and Irish markets, serving both professional and amateur equestrian segments.
• Humbaur: German trailer manufacturer producing horse trailers among a broader vehicle trailer portfolio. Competes with Theault in the European horse transport market with a more diversified product range across horse, cargo, and car trailers.

Broad incumbents

• Trigano: French recreational vehicle manufacturer (motorhomes, caravans, trailers) listed on Euronext Paris. Operates in the adjacent leisure mobility space with a much broader portfolio than Theault's niche equestrian focus, but shares the French manufacturing heritage and custom-build orientation.
• Pilote: French motorhome and recreational vehicle manufacturer based in the Loire region. Operates in the adjacent leisure vehicle market with similar French manufacturing heritage to Theault but a broader RV focus rather than specialized equestrian transport.
• Rapido: French motorhome, caravan, and camper van manufacturer. Adjacent recreational vehicle player with comparable French manufacturing pedigree but serves the broader leisure travel market rather than specialized equestrian transport.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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