Bordeaux, France - FAYAT Group., a construction company has expanded its footprint in the United States through a strategic acquisition and a significant new investment in its infrastructure.
FAYAT Group., announced it has entered into an agreement with ST Engineering., a defense and technology company to acquire its U.S. based subsidiary LeeBoy., a construction equipment manufacturer. LeeBoy designs and produces a broad range of machinery including asphalt pavers, compact motor graders, and other road maintenance equipment. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals.
This acquisition aligns with FAYAT’s continued efforts to expand its Road Equipment Division and further solidify its presence in North America.
In tandem with the LeeBoy acquisition, FAYAT also revealed plans to enhance its operational capabilities with the construction of a new 100,000-square-foot parts distribution center in Fairfield County, South Carolina. This $13.7 million investment to significantly improve aftersales service, support localized production, and enhance training operations for several of its brands, including BOMAG Americas, Dynapac North America, Charlatte North America, Asphalt Drum Mixers, FAYAT Cleantech, and Mecalac Group.
Strategically situated next to BOMAG Americas’ North American headquarters, the new facility is projected to create 75 jobs in the Columbia area and will be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2025.
The latest developments underscore the company’s commitment to supporting road construction and infrastructure markets worldwide, particularly in the growing U.S. sector.