HANDYNAMIC

What HANDYNAMIC does

Handynamic is a French specialty vehicle distributor and conversion company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seclin (near Lille), with registered SAS capital of €702,700 and a network of five owned agencies across France (Seclin, Lyon, Lourdes, Rennes, Strasbourg). The company sells, rents and finances vehicles adapted for people with reduced mobility (TPMR — Transport de Personnes à Mobilité Réduite), converting OEM platforms from Renault, Ford and Citroën into wheelchair-accessible configurations using its proprietary adaptation systems, most notably the SlidAccess sliding-ramp technology for the Renault Kangoo and the HappyAccess / Xtra HappyAccess pivot-seat range for Ford vehicles, alongside the registered Stepeezy retractable step for minibuses. Its catalog spans compact cars (3–5 seats with 1 wheelchair position) up to minibuses accommodating up to four wheelchairs, with EV and hybrid variants (Citroën e-Jumpy, Ford Grand Tourneo Connect Hybride) now part of the line-up.

Handynamic operates a hybrid go-to-market: direct field sales to enterprise fleets (hospitals, transport operators, social-service associations) supplemented by a direct-to-consumer channel offering agency visits, home demonstrations, the "Testez Et Décidez" trial program, and virtual vehicle discovery. Revenue is generated through new and used vehicle sales (one-time), LOA/LLD financing and short-term rental (MiniLoc, recurring), a 24/7 after-sales service with mobile assistance, TPMR driver training, and an online mobility-accessories boutique. Named customers include Assistance Publique des Hôpitaux de Paris, Veolia Transport, Keolis, CCAS de Roubaix, Age d'Or Services and the Association des Paralysés de France. The company is privately held by its co-founders (Cédric Dugauquier, Pierre Folliot, Sylvain Mas), has disclosed no external funding rounds, and self-describes as offering the widest range of accessible vehicles in Europe.

Name

HANDYNAMIC

Legal name

Handynamic

Website

https://handynamic.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Handynamic is a French specialty distributor and converter that sells, rents and finances wheelchair-accessible vehicles (TPMR) for individuals and professional fleets across France, using proprietary adaptation systems (SlidAccess, HappyAccess) on Renault, Ford and Citroën platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Accessible Vehicle Sales and Rental (Adapted Mobility Vehicles / TPMR Vehicles)

NAICS

Special Needs Transportation (485991), Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212)

SIC

Miscellaneous Transportation Equipment (3790), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)

akta.pro primary industry

Paratransit & NEMT Vehicle Upfitting / Accessibility Equipment Providers (TLAFAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Corporate Vehicle Subscription & Flexible Access Programs (TLABALAH)

Keywords

• Accessible vehicle sales
• Wheelchair accessible vehicles
• TPMR vehicle adaptation
• Mobility equipment rental
• Handicap vehicle conversion

Headquarters

HQ city

Seclin

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New vehicle sales: Sale of new adapted/accessible vehicles (voitures neuves) for individuals and professionals, including various brands (Renault, Ford) with Handynamic modifications already installed.
2. Used vehicle sales: Resale of pre-owned adapted vehicles (véhicules d'occasion/TPMR d'occasion), providing more affordable entry point for customers.
3. Vehicle rental: Short-term and monthly vehicle rental (MiniLoc) for individuals and professionals, including flexible terms with home delivery option.
4. Vehicle financing (LOA/LLD): Lease with purchase option (Location avec Option d'Achat) and long-term leasing (Location Longue Durée) for vehicles, enabling customers to finance acquisitions.
5. After-sales service (S.A.V.): Maintenance, repair and support services for vehicles, available 7 days a week with mobile service truck for home assistance.
6. Accessories and parts: Sale of mobility accessories including steering wheel balls, harnesses, Securiseat devices, and other aids through the Handynamic boutique.
7. Driver training: Specialized TPMR driver training for professionals who transport wheelchair users, including safety, passenger assistance, and vehicle operation modules.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HANDYNAMIC sells, rents, and adapts vehicles for people with reduced mobility (TPMR), operating as a turnkey provider of accessible mobility solutions. The company equips new and used vehicles from major brands (Renault, Ford, Citroën) with proprietary accessibility systems such as SlidAccess (sliding ramp) and HappyAccess (swivel seats), and delivers them through five owned agencies in France. Complementary offerings include short- and long-term rentals (MiniLoc, LLD, LOA financing), TPMR driver training, an accessories boutique, and after-sales support with home service.

Product overview

HANDYNAMIC is a French company specializing in the sale and rental of vehicles adapted for people with disabilities and reduced mobility (TPMR - Transport de Personnes à Mobilité Réduite). The company operates as a single-point contact providing turnkey accessible vehicle solutions for both individuals and professionals. Their core product offerings include adapted vehicles from major brands (Renault, Ford, Citroën) equipped with proprietary accessibility systems such as SlidAccess (sliding ramp) and HappyAccess (swivel seat technology). They offer vehicles ranging from compact cars (3/5 seats with 1 wheelchair) to larger minibuses (up to 9 seats with 2 wheelchairs), available as new purchases, long-term rentals (LLD/LOA), or used vehicles. Additional services include TPMR driver training, a 24/7 after-sales service, home delivery, and a mobility accessories boutique.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Handynamic: Sales and rental of vehicles adapted for people with reduced mobility (TPMR) including minibuses, monospaces, and cars with wheelchair access.

Products and services

• Renault Kangoo SlidAccess (adapted vehicle)

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Jaccede.comminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 October 2009Collaborative partnership with Jaccede.com, an accessibility directory helping people find accessible addresses. Handynamic participates in the network and receives referrals.
• TousErgominorOthersPartnership with TousErgo, which offers ergonomic everyday objects and accessibility aids including ramps, wheelchairs, and electronic magnifiers for people with disabilities.
• ErgotechnikminorOthersPartnership with Ergotechnik for variable-height kitchen solutions, extending accessibility services beyond vehicles.
• Association NoémiminorOthersAssociation founded in 1999 by parents of polyhandicapped children, working to change perspectives on polyhandicap and operating a mixed specialized nursery and specialized care home.
• Handitourisme BretagneminorOthersPartnership with Brittany regional tourism committee's accessibility tourism initiative, helping people with reduced mobility organize weekend and vacation stays in Brittany.
• Bien à la maisonminorOthersPartnership with care service specialist serving people with disabilities, providing auxiliary life aides across France.
• Handitec - HandroitminorOthersComprehensive database on disability world in France, covering news, rights, advice, employment, home adaptation, and classifieds.
• Treize VoyagesminorOthersAssociation specializing in vacation travel for people with disabilities, designing and organizing stays for individuals and groups since over 10 years.
• AdaptoursminorOthersTour operator designing, organizing, and distributing trips and excursions adapted for people with reduced mobility, including customized individual formulas and international travel.
• Hanploi.comminorOthersNational recruitment website serving people with disabilities and employers committed to diversity recruitment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PARAVAN: German company specializing in vehicle adaptations for disabled drivers and passengers, including Space Drive drive-by-wire technology and TPMR conversions. Comparable specialist with proprietary technology comparable to Handynamic's SlidAccess/HappyAccess systems.
• Gruau: French vehicle body and conversion specialist producing minibuses, ambulances, and TPMR vehicles based on Renault and other platforms. Direct competitor in the French professional TPMR minibus segment served by Handynamic.
• BraunAbility: US-based global leader in wheelchair-accessible vehicles, mobility solutions, and adaptive equipment. Directly comparable to Handynamic as a specialist TPMR converter offering both vehicle adaptations and accessibility products, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• AMF-Bruns: German manufacturer of wheelchair-accessible vehicles and accessibility equipment, with European reach. Comparable specialist TPMR converter offering adapted vehicles, ramps, and wheelchair securing systems for both individuals and professional transport operators.
• Allied Mobility: UK's leading wheelchair-accessible vehicle supplier, selling, renting, and adapting vehicles for individuals and fleets. Closely comparable to Handynamic in offering adapted vehicles plus financing, rental, and mobility services to both consumers and professional operators.
• Sirus Automotive: UK-based wheelchair-accessible vehicle converter and supplier offering adapted Volkswagen, Ford, and Peugeot vehicles. Directly comparable mid-sized specialist serving individuals and fleets in a defined geography.
• VMI (Vehicle Modifications Inc): US manufacturer of wheelchair-accessible minivans and SUVs (Northstar, Summit, Tuscany). Direct peer offering adapted vehicles based on Chrysler/Dodge platforms with proprietary ramp and kneeling systems — same business model as Handynamic on different OEM bases.
• Guilbaud Autonomie: French vehicle adaptation specialist providing TPMR conversions, transfer aids, and driving accessories for people with reduced mobility. Direct domestic competitor to Handynamic in the French adapted-vehicle market.

Regional players

• Olmedo: Italian specialist in wheelchair-accessible vehicles, vehicle adaptations, and mobility aids, serving the Italian and broader Mediterranean market. Comparable specialist with similar product portfolio to Handynamic but operating in a different geography.

Broad incumbents

• Renault Tech: Renault Group's dedicated subsidiary for vehicle adaptations and conversions, including the Mobilize-brand TPMR solutions. Comparable because it offers adapted versions of the same Renault platforms (Kangoo, Master) that Handynamic modifies, but as an OEM-affiliated player rather than an independent specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/handynamic

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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