Unitrailer Holding acquires Saris Aanhangers B.V.
Unitrailer Holding (“the Group”), a rapidly expanding manufacturer of commercial trailers, has today acquired 100% of Saris Aanhangers B.V. This acquisition is the Group’s second this year, following the acquisition of Henra Aanhangwagens in February 2024, and is another significant step in Unitrailer Holding’s strategy to become the largest European manufacturer and distributor of automotive trailers and accessories.
Founded in 2022, Unitrailer Holding, which operates across multiple European and other countries, is one of the leading and fastest growing players in the European specialist trailer market and its portfolio of well-known brands now includes Temared, Martz, Henra, Saris and Unitrailer - Europe's largest direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform for trailer products.
Saris is a respected manufacturer of high-quality trailers for both professional and private use and brings over 65 years of experience serving customers across the Benelux, Germany, France, and beyond to the Group. The Saris brand further strengthens the Group’s portfolio and will continue to be developed within the Unitrailer Group with the Saris facility in the Netherlands becoming an important manufacturing and distribution base for the Group.
“This acquisition is a key element in our European expansion strategy”, stated Gunnar Bregler, CEO Western Europe of Unitrailer Group. “Saris's strong brand reputation and established market presence will benefit significantly from Unitrailer Holding's scale, enabling optimized product portfolios and reduced operational costs. We are committed to maintaining the highest service standards for our dealers and end-users. Our goal is to be a top brand in every major European market, achieved through organic growth and strategic acquisitions of trusted, respected national brands.”
F.J. Saris, Managing Director of Saris Aanhangers B.V., added, “Joining the Unitrailer family represents a significant step in securing the future growth of Saris. This strategic partnership combines our strengths—manufacturing capabilities, customer relationships, and technical expertise—to enhance the Saris brand and build a future based on quality and trust.”
Daniel Brol of Vaalon Capital backed European Trailer Holdings, the private equity investor supporting Unitrailer Holding’s growth strategy, commented, “We are proud to continue to support Unitrailer Holding's ambitious European growth strategy. Saris is a high-quality company with a dedicated workforce and a strong brand. This acquisition is a perfect strategic fit for both organizations.”
Unitrailer Holding is one of the largest European producer of trailers with gross weight of up to 3.5 tonnes. It currently includes four companies: Temared, which makes multifunctional professional trailers including plant trailers for construction equipment and containers, tipper trailers, and trailers for cars, motorbikes and boats; Martz, which produces trailers for motorsport enthusiasts and other recreational users; Henra Aanhangwagens Netherlands’ leading maker of trailers for professionals and consumers, which produces trailers for construction, landscaping and carpentry companies as well as fans of water and motor sports and horse breeders and Unitrailer, an international e-commerce that sells general-use trailers, parts and accessories. The group offers its products in 65 countries around the world, including all 27 EU member states.
SARIS Aanhangers B.V., based in Hapert, has been a leading name in the world of premium trailers for 65 years. With a turnover of ca. EUR 40 million and 80 dedicated employees, the company supplies high-quality trailers to a network of dealers in several European countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, England, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.