J&S Montgomery, a longstanding John Deere dealership, has agreed to acquire DKR Agricultural Services, expanding its territory into Lanarkshire, South Stirlingshire and West Lothian.
The acquisition includes a depot at Coulter, near Bigger, which will become the fourth under the J&S business.
Douglas Montgomery, dealer principal at J&S Montgomery, said: “DKR Agricultural Services is an excellent business with skilled staff and a well-earned reputation across Lanarkshire and beyond.
“We are pleased to have been able to reach an agreement with the owners – the Doig family – and in the coming weeks and months we will work together to incorporate and ensure it’s business as usual for all customers and staff.”
David Doig, dealer principal at DKR Agricultural Services, added: “We have known the Montgomery business for many years and our positive relationship will ensure sales and service continues uninterrupted.
“We are extremely proud to have worked with John Deere for so long, achieving a strong market share, and attracting great employees who delivered the best possible customer service along the way.”
J&S Montgomery has been a John Deere dealer since 1980 when it had a single depot near Beith, North Ayrshire. It has since expanded to include depots in Stranraer and Ayr.
DKR Agricultural Services is a family-run business, operating since 1989, and has predominantly served livestock and dairy farms, as well as contractors and arable businesses.
Brian D’Arcy, division sales manager for agriculture at John Deere UK and Ireland, said: “We are hugely grateful for the 35 years of loyalty and customer service excellence that the DKR Agricultural Services team has given customers. I would like to thank David and all the team at DKR for all their hard work and commitment to John Deere.
“We know that J&S Montgomery’s reputation for customer-focused service will be carried over into the new depot at Coulter and wish them every success in their expanded territory.”