Supporting the development of a growth by acquisition strategy in equipment rental
March 2021 — The management team of Stephenson’s Rental Services has received strategic advisory related to the development of its growth by acquisition strategy, with a focus on the province of Quebec.
Stephenson’s Rental Services is one of the largest independent equipment rental companies in Canada, with 45 branches in Ontario and Alberta. It offers rental services for general tools and equipment, including general tools, light and heavy construction equipment, heating and scaffolding tools. The company also sells various consumables and new equipment, such as saw blades, drill bits and sandpaper, as well as used rental equipment. In addition, it provides complementary services, including equipment delivery, repair, damage waiver protection and the assembly and dismantling of scaffolding systems. Stephenson’s Rental Services serves commercial traders, home and condominium builders, general contractors, do-it-yourself clients, and institutional and industrial customers. The company is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins’ team in Canada supported the management team of Stephenson’s Rental Services in this transaction.
Karim Nensi
CFO, Stephenson’s Rental Services
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