Blue Bird Acquires Girardin’s Stake in Micro Bird Joint Venture

February 17, 2026

Blue Bird Corporation signed an agreement to acquire Girardin Group’s stake in the 50/50 Micro Bird joint venture, taking full ownership of the business. The transaction is valued at approximately $200 million and is expected to close in the first half of calendar year 2026, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions.

Buyers
Blue Bird Corporation
Targets
Micro Bird joint venture (Micro Bird Inc.)
Sellers
Girardin Group
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Quebec, Canada
Transaction Type
Buyout

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