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

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 investment marks the first step for Stephenson’s in its plan to expand in the province of Québec.

Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Stephenson’s Rental Services is a full-service equipment rental provider that has been helping build Canada for over 65 years, with locations in Ontario and Alberta.

Established for more than 50 years in the province of Québec, Location G.M. offers specialized equipment rental and repair services for the construction sector.

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

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“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

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Guillaume Poulin

Managing Partner

Toronto, Canada
Oaklins E. Canada

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Alexis Iché

Partner

Montreal, Canada
Oaklins E. Canada

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