Carr’s Billington and Massey Ferguson have announced changes to its trading area in south east Scotland.
The company will now offer Massey Ferguson products across the Borders and Lothian regions, an increase of around 10% to its trading area.
Tom Jobling, machinery director at Carr’s Billington, says: “We’re delighted to increase our coverage with MF products in South East Scotland. We’ve been a Massey Ferguson dealer for over 30 years and already operate with the brand across eight depots in northern England and Scotland. Our existing team is well placed to support the new customers as we take on the bigger area, with further staff additions planned as the changes take effect.
“The business, under our feed and rural supplies division, already has four sites across the new area, so we’re already known and can support farmers and growers as required. The machinery sales and support will be handled from the Morpeth depot initially, and a formal announcement on a permanent location in the new area will follow soon.”
Tim Walters, brand manager for Massey Ferguson UK and Ireland, says: “Carr’s Billington is steeped in MF heritage and is purely focused on selling the brand, so we’re delighted to increase its area and improve MF’s visibility in a key location.”
The area was previously managed by Scot Agri, who will continue operating out of Kelso until the 30th of June to ensure a smooth handover for customers. Scot Agri will remain a Massey Ferguson dealer across Angus, Aberdeenshire and parts of Moray.