Blue Bird Amends 8-K to Detail Significant Related-Party Transactions with Director's Family Businesses

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Blue Bird filed an amended 8-K to provide detailed financial information on significant related-party transactions with businesses owned by the family of newly appointed director Steve Girardin.

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• Detailed Related-Party Transactions Disclosed

  The company provided extensive details on ongoing business relationships with Superbird Capital Inc. (an authorized dealer) and Valiant Real Estate Inc. (a lessor), both owned by the family of newly appointed director Steve Girardin.

• Substantial Dealer Revenue from Related Party

  Blue Bird reported receiving approximately $205 million in aggregate gross revenues from Superbird Capital Inc. during fiscal year 2025 and $146 million in the six months ended March 28, 2026, highlighting a significant business relationship.

• Director Appointed to Nominating Committee

  Steve Girardin, whose family owns the related entities, was appointed to the Board's Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee on April 29, 2026.

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This amendment provides crucial transparency regarding substantial ongoing business relationships between Blue Bird and entities owned by the family of newly appointed director Steve Girardin. The disclosure of significant revenue generated through these dealer transactions and lease agreements offers investors a clearer picture of the company's operational structure and potential governance considerations, even though the transactions are stated to be at arm's length and approved by the Audit Committee. This information is important for understanding the company's revenue streams and potential dependencies.