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Equipment Depot Announces Transfer of Washington State Operations to Bailey Company
January 20, 2026
HOUSTON, TX – Equipment Depot, America’s largest independently operated material handling and rental source, today announced it has completed the transfer of its Washington State division to Bailey Company. Following this transition, Bailey Company becomes the authorized dealer for Cat® lift trucks, Mitsubishi forklift trucks, and Jungheinrich® warehouse products in the Washington market.
The move represents a strategic decision by Equipment Depot to optimize its national footprint while ensuring Washington customers are served by a partner with deep local roots. Bailey Company, a family-operated dealership group with a history of excellence representing Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas (MLA), is well positioned to drive growth in the Seattle-Tacoma area and throughout Washington.
“We are confident that our Washington customers and employees are in excellent hands with Bailey,” said Jake Womack, Chief Operating Officer at Equipment Depot. “Their long-standing partnership with Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas and their dedicated leadership presence in the Seattle area make them the ideal successor. This transition allows Equipment Depot to focus on our core regions while providing the Washington territory with a partner uniquely suited to its specific market needs.”
Equipment Depot continues to serve as a cornerstone of the MLA distribution network, providing material handling, automation, and warehouse solutions across its 25-state territory. For more information about Equipment Depot’s services and locations, visit eqdepot.com.
Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas remains dedicated to its growth strategy in the Americas by continuing to invest in Equipment Depot and supporting its network of strong independent dealers.
About Equipment Depot, Inc.
Serving local communities since 1939, Equipment Depot is America’s largest independently operated material handling and rental source. Through its extensive nationwide network, Equipment Depot helps customers improve productivity and maximize uptime with full-service solutions including new and used forklifts, aerial lifts, service, parts, equipment rentals, automation and integrated warehouse solutions. The company’s commitment to delivering the best service is backed by its Performance. Guaranteed.® pledge.
About Bailey Company
Founded in 1949, Bailey Company is a second-generation, family-owned and operated material handling solutions provider with a legacy of excellence spanning over 75 years. Bailey Company is a perennial “Dealer of Excellence” recipient, serving customers with a comprehensive suite of solutions including forklift sales, service, and parts, as well as specialized divisions for Motive Power, Warehouse Solutions, and Dock Solutions. A woman-owned business and the nation’s first TRUE-certified zero-waste forklift dealership, Bailey Company is committed to sustainability and operational innovation. The company leverages data-driven insights and a highly trained service network to help businesses maximize efficiency and move their operations forward. For more information, visit baileycompany.com.
About Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas
Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc. and its group companies have helped customers Move The World Forward for more than 100 years. A technology-driven manufacturer, Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas offers scalable solutions from material handling to automation and extensive fleet support. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, its complete portfolio of advanced solutions spans across five leading brands – Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat® lift trucks, Rocla AGV Solutions, UniCarriers® Forklifts and Jungheinrich® warehouse and automation products. All products are backed by an extensive dealer network offering industry-leading customer service and product support. For more information, visit www.LogisnextAmericas.com.
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