Thirty-five years ago, Didier Burban started his own venture collecting and recycling used wooden pallets to resell them. At the age of 22, he opened his first agency in Fleury-les-Aubrais, Loiret. Today, his company has grown to become one of the top five players in the market and likely the leading independent one. With 30 sites and 650 employees in France, with 180 of them located in Loiret, Burban reflects on the journey he has taken.
Looking back, Burban acknowledges that the pallet market is closely linked to the economy and can fluctuate accordingly. Despite experiencing a slowdown in the market this year, with turnover projected to drop by 10%, the company remains optimistic about the future. Burban is considering acquiring new companies to expand the business, showing that he has no plans of slowing down anytime soon.
As he looks forward, Burban remains determined to steer his company’s course for many years to come. Despite nearing sixty, he remains enthusiastic about leading his company into the future. With a strong vision and a sense of determination, Burban is committed to continuing to grow and evolve the business. Time may fly, but for Burban, the journey is far from over.