We are pleased to have contributed to a key milestone in the evolution of the equipment rental market, combining the strength of a North American leader with the expertise of a leading regional player, by advising on the acquisition of Location de Beauce by Sunbelt Rentals.
Founded in 1975, Location de Beauce is a recognized equipment rental company in Québec, with branches in Saint-Georges and Breakeyville, offering more than 4,000 tools and equipment items to commercial and industrial clients.
Sunbelt Rentals, a subsidiary of the UK-based Ashtead Group plc, ranks among the largest equipment rental companies in North America.
This acquisition is part of Sunbelt’s growth strategy to expand its geographic footprint in Québec and across Canada, while strengthening its offerings through the integration of a well-established regional player renowned for its strong client relationships and specialized expertise.
Our team is proud to have collaborated with Oaklins Canada and to have advised Location de Beauce in connection with this transaction. We acknowledge the expertise of Jacques Cossette-Lesage, Hugues Ryan, Anaïs Welsh and Amélie Quoibion, who played a key role in structuring, negotiating, and successfully completing this mandate.