# Ritchie Bros acquires Smith Broughton Auctioneers and Allied Equipment Sales in Australia

Ritchie Bros, part of RB Global, has acquired Smith Broughton Auctioneers and Allied Equipment Sales in Western Australia, expanding its presence in the Australian market. The acquired businesses will continue to operate under their established names.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2025-10-30
- Where: Western Australia, Australia
- Status: announced
- Products: industrial assets, equipment
- Sectors: [Mining Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/mining-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [Ritchie Bros.](https://endata.com/companies/20065.md) (acquirer)
- [Smith Broughton Auctioneers](https://endata.com/companies/88144.md) (target)
- [Allied Equipment Sales](https://endata.com/companies/88145.md) (target)

## Sources

- [quarrymagazine.com](https://www.quarrymagazine.com/ritchie-bros-lands-latest-acquisition-and-expands-in-australia/), 2025-10-29: "By bringing these businesses into the Ritchie Bros. network, we're strengthening our national capabilities, connecting local expertise with our global marketplace, and delivering greater value and reach for Australian equipment owners."

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