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Beste Marken 2026 Awards

Consistent recognition, continuous innovation and improvement

Key highlights

  • Thetford has been named Best Toilet Systems supplier in the consumer-led promobil Beste Marken 2026 awards
  • Repeated recognition reinforces Thetford’s commitment to continuous innovation and improvement
  • Recent innovations include separation toilet solutions
  • Long product lifespan and a wide European service network remain key pillars of Thetford’s approach

Readers of two of Germany’s most widely read RV magazines, promobil and CARAVANING, have once again named Thetford number one in toilet systems for leisure vehicles in their Beste Marken (Best Brands) 2026 competition.

While the recognition may be familiar, it is never taken for granted. Repeated success only strengthens Thetford’s commitment to keep improving, innovating and responding to the evolving needs of leisure vehicle users and industry partners.

promobil Beste Marken Awards

The promobil Beste Marken Award is considered one of the most important awards in the European RV industry. What sets it apart is its fully consumer-driven nature: readers of promobil and its sister magazine CARAVANING vote for their favourite brands across a range of categories in Europe’s largest RV market. The awards are presented annually during CMT, the world’s largest consumer trade fair for tourism and leisure, held in Stuttgart.

PRO Beste Marken 2026 Toiletten 1 Thetford

Norbert van Noesel, Marketing manager at Thetford: “As an industry, we can develop whatever we want, but success ultimately depends on the appreciation of end users. That makes a consumer-driven award even more important.”

In the 2026 edition, Thetford was awarded first place in the category Best Toilet Systems and second place in Best Refrigerators.

Winning comes with responsibility

Thetford does not take winning the Beste Marken Awards for granted. Van Noesel: “Despite consistently winning prestigious awards such as Beste Marken Award, we must remain humble as a brand. In fact, it reinforces a clear sense of responsibility towards the industry and its customers.”

By actively involving industry partners and continuously acting on customer feedback, Thetford keeps developing and expanding its product portfolio. The aim is not to win awards, but to support leisure vehicle users in enjoying reliable, carefree travel experiences.

Innovations that support the touring community and the environment

With more than 50 years of experience as a market leader in sanitation for leisure vehicles, Thetford operates in an industry that continues to evolve. Travellers are increasingly looking for solutions that fit different travel styles while also reducing environmental impact.

In response, Thetford introduced the Separation Toilet and Separation Kit last year, modelled on the proven C220 and C260 cassette toilets. By strictly separating liquids and solids into two containers, the system eliminates the need for water and additives. This offers greater flexibility for motorhome users and provides a more sustainable sanitation option.

Thetford separation toilet bowl with open blade

Whether travellers choose the trusted cassette toilet or Porta Potti, or opt for an innovative solution such as the separation toilet, Thetford offers a range of systems designed to meet the different travel needs and preferences.

Longevity and a wide service network

Innovation is only one part of Thetford’s commitment to the industry. Product longevity and dependable support play an equally important role. Delivering high product quality remains a core objective, but the brand also focuses on enabling long-term use.

Accessories such as the Fresh-up Set, Twusch and a wide range of spare parts are specifically developed to extend the lifespan of cassette toilets, allowing products to remain in use for many years.

This focus on durability is supported by an extensive dealer and service network across Europe, ensuring that leisure vehicle users can rely on professional support wherever their journey takes them.

Looking ahead

Consistent recognition in the promobil Beste Marken Awards confirms that Thetford is on the right path, but it is never seen as a finish line. By continuing to invest in innovation, quality and long-term support, Thetford remains committed to its role as a trusted partner in RV life, always focused on what comes next.