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Dec. 26, 2018
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Voisin acquired by Sunbelt

Voisin’s Equipment Rental and Universal Rental Services Inc. have been acquired by Sunbelt Rentals Inc.


Sunbelt CEO to lead Ashtead Group

Ashtead has announced that Geoff Drabble has decided to step down from his role as Chief Executive at the end of the current financial year on May 1, 2019, and to retire from the Group on November 30, 2019.


WesternOne sells to United

WesternOne has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with United Rentals of Canada pursuant to which United Rentals has agreed to acquire WesternOne's equipment rentals and heat business and substantially all of the related assets for a base cash purchase price of $120 million.


United Rentals to acquire BakerCorp

United Rentals, Inc. and BakerCorp International Holdings, Inc. have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which United Rentals will acquire BakerCorp for approximately $715 million in cash. The boards of directors of United Rentals and BakerCorp have unanimously approved the agreement. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2018.


Herc Rentals to expand throughout North America

Herc Rentals Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Herc Holdings Inc., has announced that it will expand its Herc Rentals brand across its North American operations.


Bertrand succeeds Harold Dubé as president of Accès Location+

Harold Dubé, president and founder of Acces Location+, has decided to retire, officially selling his shares on July 25 to Luc Bertrand, vice president, and other shareholders: Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ and Yvan Blais.


Finning announces leadership transition

Finning International Inc. has announced that Juan Carlos Villegas, President of Finning Canada and Chief Operating Officer of Finning International, will retire on December 31, 2018 following a distinguished career with the company. Kevin Parkes, currently Managing Director of Finning UK and Ireland, will assume the role of President of Finning Canada.


Matthew Flannery appointed president of United Rentals

United Rentals has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Matthew Flanneryas president of the company, in addition to his responsibilities as chief operating officer.


American Rental Association unveils new brand identity

For the first time in more than 40 years, The American Rental Association (ARA) proudly unveils a new brand identity to reflect the evolution of the equipment and event rental industry.


Vermeer hit by tornado

The Pella, Iowa, manufacturing plant of compact equipment manufacturer Vermeer was hit by a tornado, causing extensive damage and minor injuries. The incident occured as Vermeer was hosting its dealer and customer conference with over 400 attendees in the facility.
 
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