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BBL Fleet Acquires Velcor Leasing Corporation
BBL Fleet expanded its footprint in the fleet management industry with the acquisition of Velcor Leasing Corporation of Madison through a stock purchase agreement finalized Feb. 27, 2026.

BBL Fleet’s acquisition of Velcor Leasing Corporation expands the company’s Midwest footprint and strengthens its fleet management capabilities across North America.
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- BBL Fleet has expanded its presence in the fleet management sector by acquiring Velcor Leasing Corporation.
- The acquisition was accomplished through a stock purchase agreement.
- The agreement was officially finalized on February 27, 2026.
*Summarized by AI
Bud Behling Leasing, also known as BBL Fleet, is a Pittsburgh, PA-based fleet management company (FMC). The FMC acquired Velcor Leasing Corporation of Madison through a Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) on February 27, 2026. The merger brings together two fleet management companies with similar business approaches and services. Combined, BBL Fleet and Velcor represent more than a century of fleet management experience across North America. Velcor’s established Midwest presence expands BBL Fleet’s geographic reach, while BBL Fleet’s operational scale and ongoing technology investments support the company’s continued growth.
BBL Fleet President & CEO Bud Behling said: "We are excited about the growth and long-term value this partnership creates. By combining our strengths and mutual commitment to clients, we are well-positioned to pursue sustained growth in this business segment and region."
Integration will be executed with an emphasis on maintaining client service and operational continuity, leveraging the experience of both teams to ensure continuity.
Velcor President Mike Eggers said, “The acquisition represents an opportunity for Velcor and our clients. From our earliest conversations, it was clear that BBL Fleet shares our approach to service, integrity, and client relationships. We are confident this partnership will unlock new opportunities to enhance our capabilities and the level of service we provide.”
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