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FROM AIRCRAFT TO CARAVANS

1961 : FROM AIRCRAFT TO CARAVANS

Sud Aviation, a French aircraft manufacturer, decides to diversify by building caravans and founds S.E.M.M.(Société européenne de matériel mobile) [European Society for Mobile Equipment] in Trignac in western France. A team is sent to the United States to study successful mass production techniques and shapes, which is where the strong American style of the logo and the first models come from. Known by most people for their bestselling ‘Caravelle’ plane, it’s only natural that the caravan takes the name CARAVELAIR.

1962 : ALOUETTE: FIRST GREAT SUCCESS

Following on from the success of the Alouette helicopter, Caravelair reuses the name and produces two caravan models in October 1962. They are an immediate success. The Alouette soon becomes a flagship line whose offering expands over the years. An advertisement already boasts the weight of CARAVELAIR, as light as the price…

1968 : INNOVATION, ALWAYS

CARAVELAIR presents the LANGUEDOC, the first caravan with air-cushioned shock absorbers, thus establishing the brand as a market leader.

1974 : NEW ERA… IN ARDÈCHE!

TRIGANO acquires S.E.M.M. and sets up a new factory in Tournon-sur-Rhône in Ardèche, France. Two years later, the company has 800 employees and produces 10,000 CARAVELAIR units each year.

1985 : MOBILE CAR: « KNOWING HOW TO BREAK CODES »

Whilst the motorhome market continues to remain elitist, given the prices on offer, CARAVELAIR causes a sensation by offering a caravan that has the autonomy of a motorhome.

1989: BAMBA: YES TO MODERN INTERIORS!

Back when velour fabrics and dark furniture were aplenty, CARAVELAIR revitalises the market by offering a range of light-coloured, lime-washed wood interiors and modern fabrics.

1992 : PALMA: THE FIRST LIGHTWEIGHT AND ECONOMICAL CARAVAN

To make caravans that are accessible to all budgets, CARAVELAIR invents a lightweight caravan (no need for a powerful car), that is also lighter in price, ideal for summer use.

1997 : ODYSSEA: CURVES AND ELEGANCE COME AS STANDARD

CARAVELAIR stands out once again by replacing classic lounges in angled shapes with curved lounges fitted with contemporary furniture for interior design lovers.

2012: SERENITY : LOFT-STYLE LIVING

To mark its 50th anniversary, CARAVELAIR is creating a sensation with this caravan which has all the hallmarks of a home. In addition to its design, SERENITY stands out thanks to its revolutionary pull-out refrigerator, XL Freeze, still used today

2019 :IRP : EXCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY

CARAVELAIR is once again a step ahead with a unique concept, offering enhanced insulation, improved durability and increased protection

2024 : A new Dawn

« Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower » said Steve Jobs… and for decades CARAVELAIR has stood out because of its innovation, it’s the only trait that will never change! However, for the rest, discover our new logo, new designs and even a new body colour never before seen on the caravan market.

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