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About Blue Bird
From its filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission
Blue Bird is based in Macon, Georgia. Its shares trade on Nasdaq under the ticker BLBD. The SEC classifies its business as truck & bus bodies. In the fiscal year to 27 September 2025, it reported revenue of $1.48bn and net income of $127.7m. At that date it held total assets of $625.3m and shareholders' equity of $255.4m. By business, Alternative fuel buses brought in 53.9% of revenue, followed by Diesel buses at 35.4% and Parts at 6.8%. By region, United States accounted for 88.8%, followed by Canada at 11.1% and Rest of world at 0.1%.
The Company (formerly Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp.) was incorporated in Delaware on September 24, 2013 as a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. On February 24, 2015, the Company consummated a business combination (the “Business Combination”), pursuant to which the Company acquired all of the outstanding capital stock of School Bus Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation (“School Bus Holdings” or “SBH”) from The Traxis Group, B.V. (the “Seller”). The total purchase price was paid in a combination of cash in the amount of $100.0 million and 12,000,000 shares of the Company’s common stock, $0.0001 par value (the “Common Stock”), valued at $120.0 million.
In connection with the closing of the Business Combination, the Company changed its name from Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp. to Blue Bird Corporation. Unless expressly stated otherwise in this Report, Blue Bird Corporation is referred to as "Blue Bird," the "Company," "we," "our" or "us," and includes its consolidated subsidiaries.
In May 2016, the Seller, ASP BB Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“ASP”), and the Company entered into an agreement pursuant to which the Seller agreed to sell the 12,000,000 shares of Common Stock of the Company owned by Seller (the “Transaction Shares”) to ASP. ASP acquired 7,000,000 Transaction Shares at an initial closing on June 3, 2016 for an amount in cash equal to $10.10 per share and 5,000,000 Transaction Shares at a second closing on June 8, 2016 for an amount in cash equal to $11.00 per share, for an aggregate purchase price of $125.7 million.
Quoted from its 10-K, filed 24 Nov 2025. Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
Company facts
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Machinery
- Listed since
- 17 Jan 2014
- Employees
- 2,008
- Website
- blue-bird.com ↗
- Head office
- 3920 ARKWRIGHT ROAD, MACON, GA, 31210
- Classification
- Truck & Bus Bodies
- Filer status
- Large accelerated filer
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Douglas GrimmIndependent Chairman of the Board$187,183
- Mr. Philip HorlockPresident, Chief Executive Officer, Director, since 2015$4.8m
- Mr. Razvan RadulescuChief Financial Officer$2.1m
- Mr. Ted ScartzSenior Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary$982,455
- Mr. Mark BlaufussIndependent Director$164,995
- Ms. Julie FreamIndependent Director$174,981
- Mr. Edward HightowerIndependent Director
- Mr. Simon NewmanIndependent Director$149,995
- Mr. Kevin PennIndependent Director$255,312
- Mr. Daniel ThauIndependent Director$150,000
- Mr. Mark BenfieldInvestor Relations, since 2019
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 26
- Environment
- 15
- Social
- 46
- Governance
- 18
- Carbon reduction policy
- No
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- Blue Bird Corp has a strong market presence and is a well-known brand in the transportation industry. This recognition can lead to increased customer trust and loyalty.
- The company offers a wide range of products, including various bus models, electric buses, and alternative fuel options. This diversification allows Blue Bird Corp to cater to different customer needs and adapt to changing market demands.
- Blue Bird Corp has developed long-standing relationships with its customers, providing reliable and quality transportation solutions. These relationships can result in repeat business and positive word-of-mouth recommendations.
Weaknesses
- Blue Bird Corp's financial performance is dependent on the overall economic conditions. During economic downturns, there may be reduced demand for new bus purchases, impacting the company's revenue and profitability.
- The company relies on various suppliers for components and materials used in the manufacturing of its buses. Any disruptions or delays in the supply chain can affect production and potentially lead to delivery delays.
- Blue Bird Corp operates in a competitive market, facing competition from other bus manufacturers. Increased competition can exert pressure on pricing and may require additional investments in research and development to stay ahead.
Opportunities
- As the world seeks sustainable transportation options, there is an increasing demand for electric buses. Blue Bird Corp has an opportunity to capitalize on this trend by further developing its electric bus offerings.
- Government initiatives promoting cleaner transportation and offering financial incentives for purchasing eco-friendly buses can create a favorable environment for Blue Bird Corp to expand its market share.
- Advancements in technology, such as autonomous driving capabilities and improved safety features, present opportunities for Blue Bird Corp to enhance its product offerings and stay at the forefront of innovation.
Threats
- Fluctuations in the prices of raw materials used in bus manufacturing, such as steel and aluminum, can impact Blue Bird Corp's cost of production and profitability.
- Changes in regulations related to emissions standards, safety requirements, or other industry-specific regulations may necessitate costly modifications to Blue Bird Corp's bus models, potentially impacting its competitiveness.
- Global economic uncertainties, such as recessions or geopolitical events, can affect consumer spending and overall demand for buses, posing a potential threat to Blue Bird Corp's financial performance.
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