Accelerated Expansion in France and Fleet Management Transformation Secured with Taco van der Leij Joining Shiftmove as Industry Leader
Shiftmove, a leading player in the European fleet management market, has announced the appointment of Taco van der Leij as Senior Vice President International. Van der Leij, who previously served as the leader of Webfleet Europe for six years, brings 15 years of experience in the fleet industry to his new role. His move to Shiftmove signals a strategic shift in the industry, moving away from traditional hardware-based telematics and embracing a software- and AI-driven approach to fleet optimization.
Van der Leij’s appointment follows the acquisition of Optimum Automotive by Shiftmove in October 2024. Optimum Automotive, a French fleet technology company, was founded by former CEO and founder of Optimum Automotive Daniel Vassallucci.
In a statement, Van der Leij shared his excitement about joining Shiftmove and its vision for the future of fleet management. He believes that existing solutions have limitations that prevent fleets from operating at their full potential, and is eager to introduce a more advanced and efficient platform that seamlessly connects vehicle data and transforms the way fleets procure vehicles, manage costs, and operate at scale.
Francine Gervazio, Shiftmove Group CEO, emphasized the company’s focus on disrupting the outdated fleet management industry with its powerful combination of AI-powered fleet management software and real-time vehicle data. Gervazio also noted that Shiftmove aims to become the market leader in digital mobility solutions in Europe by 2027, optimizing the efficiency of over one million fleet vehicles.
Van der Leij’s transition to Shiftmove is both personal and strategic, as he sees the opportunity to truly reshape fleet management with software and AI. He will play a crucial role in driving Shiftmove’s expansion into France and executing its European growth strategy. Gervazio expressed confidence in Van der Leij’s ability to shape the future of mobility operations and lead Shiftmove towards European consolidation in the fleet management market.
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