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Stephenson’s Rental Services has made a strategic investment in Centre de Location G.M. Inc.

December 2021 — Stephenson’s Rental Services has made a strategic investment in Centre de Location G.M. Inc. (Location G.M.), a Québec-based equipment rental company with four branches. This marks the first step for Stephenson’s in its plan to expand in the province of Québec, and increases its national footprint to three provinces and 49 branches.

Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Stephenson’s Rental Services is a long-established and leading player in the dynamic Canadian equipment rental sector. It also provides complementary services, including equipment delivery and repair. The business serves commercial traders, home and condominium builders, general contractors, DIY, and institutional and industrial customers, helping businesses and communities grow.

For over 50 years, Location G.M. has been offering specialized rental equipment and repair services for the construction sector. Location G.M.’s operations in Quebec will continue under its own brand.

Our role in the transaction

Oaklins’ team in Canada acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Stephenson’s Rental Services Inc. in this transaction.

Parties
“Our strategic investment in Location G.M. is an important step in the expansion plans of Stephenson’s in Quebec. It immediately provides a strong foothold in the province and represents a great platform to further expand our activity. The Oaklins team was instrumental in identifying Location G.M. as a potential target, establishing a strong connection with its owners and assisting us until the end with the execution of this important transaction.”

Karim Nensi

CFO, Stephenson’s Rental Services

Talk to the deal team

Sebastien Nadeau

Managing Partner
Montreal, Canada
Oaklins Canada

Alexis Iché

Partner
Montreal, Canada
Oaklins Canada

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