Federal Signal (NYSE: FSS) plans Mega Corp. acquisition in specialty vehicles

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Federal Signal Corporation entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement on December 17, 2025 to acquire all of the outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment used in global metal extraction and construction markets.

The parties are targeting a closing date in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, so the transaction is not yet complete. A related press release dated December 18, 2025 is furnished as Exhibit 99.1, providing additional details on the planned acquisition.

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Industrial M&A analyst

Federal Signal moves to add specialty mining and construction vehicles via Mega Corp. acquisition.

Federal Signal Corporation has signed an Equity Purchase Agreement to acquire all outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp.. Mega Corp. is described as a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment serving global metal extraction and construction markets, which would bring a focused niche business fully under Federal Signal’s control if the deal closes.

The agreement targets a closing date in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. This timing and the conditional language mean the transaction remains pending, and closing will depend on those conditions being satisfied. Further insight into strategic fit and any financial terms is referenced in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, which is intended to provide more detail around the planned acquisition.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 17, 2025

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Federal Signal Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Delaware

001-6003

36-1063330

(State or other jurisdiction  of incorporation)

(Commission File  Number)

(IRS Employer  Identification No.)

1333 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, Illinois

(Address of principal executive offices)

60515

(Zip Code)

(630) 954-2000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share			FSS			New York Stock Exchange

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐  

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.o   

Item 8.01    Other Events.

On December 17, 2025, Federal Signal Corporation, a Delaware corporation, entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement to acquire all of the outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment for use in global metal extraction and construction markets. The parties are targeting a closing date in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

A copy of the related press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)			Exhibits
			99.1			Federal Signal Corporation Press Release, dated December 18, 2025
			104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

 SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
Dated: December 18, 2025			By:			/s/ Ian A. Hudson
						Ian A. Hudson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) disclose in this SEC filing?

Federal Signal Corporation disclosed that on December 17, 2025 it entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement to acquire all of the outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp..

Who is Mega Corp. in Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)'s planned acquisition?

Mega Corp. is described as a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment for use in global metal extraction and construction markets.

When is Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) targeting closing of the Mega Corp. acquisition?

The parties are targeting a closing date in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

Is Federal Signal Corporation's acquisition of Mega Corp. already completed?

No. Federal Signal has entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement and is targeting a closing in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

Where can investors find more details on Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)'s Mega Corp. deal?

Additional information is provided in a Federal Signal Corporation press release dated December 18, 2025, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

What type of transaction structure is Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) using for Mega Corp.?

The transaction is structured through an Equity Purchase Agreement under which Federal Signal will acquire all outstanding equity interests of Mega Corp.