Kioti UK has been acquired by SMT GB from the Pols Group in the Netherlands, enabling more localised support for its 58 dealers in the UK.
Previously acting as a subsidiary, it is hoped that the purchase will streamline the supply chain by handling machine preparation and administration domestically.
It will also benefit from SMT GB’s logistical, financial and technical strengths as part of the global SMT Group. While equipment, parts and support will still come from the dealer network, customers will see the SMT GB name on documentation.
Ryan Hollebone, director of compact equipment at SMT GB, said: “The same Kioti team will support their dealer network exactly as they always have, while gaining the additional resources and stability that come with being part of the wider SMT organisation. Ultimately, SMT is here to help all of our partners grow their businesses.”
Patrick Desmond, general manager of Kioti UK, added: “As we celebrate 25 years of Kioti in the UK, it’s the perfect time for our next chapter. Our customers will still deal with the same team they know and trust, but with the added weight of SMT’s infrastructure behind us.”