JCB dealer Oliver Landpower has completed its acquisition of neighbouring machinery dealership LQG Agri, paving the way for a period of expansion and growth.
The deal expands the company’s territory westwards into Warwickshire and marks a significant investment in the JCB Agriculture franchise. It also adds a fourth branch to Oliver Landpower’s sales, parts and service network, with the dedicated JCB location at Upper Quinton – now operating as Oliver Landpower Stratford – joining branches at Tingewick, Buckinghamshire; Luton, Bedfordshire; and Kings Langley, Hertfordshire.
Oliver Landpower’s managing director, Charlie Glenister, said he was delighted to have successfully completed the acquisition of the long-established and successful dealership.
“This expands our business and ensures continued support for JCB customers in the area from an experienced team,” he added.
All LQG Agri employees have transferred to Oliver Landpower, so customers will find the same familiar faces at the branch, including Sue Cook in the office, Stuart Wyles and Clive Ellard in sales; service and commercial manager Mark Baylis and his team of experienced technicians; and Martin Young, who has a wealth of knowledge having managed the parts operation there for many years.
JCB Agriculture’s managing director, John Smith, said he was delighted that the proposed agreement between LQG Agri’s owners, the Lockwood family, and Oliver Landpower had been completed quickly, ensuring a smooth and seamless transition with continued customer service and support.
“We thank Geoff Lockwood and his team for many years of support to JCB customers and wish him a very happy retirement,” he added. “Oliver Landpower’s considerable scale and JCB experience, product knowledge and renowned customer service will further strengthen the existing team at Upper Quinton.”
Oliver Landpower Ltd is one of the largest machinery dealer operations in southern England, and the acquisition brings a significant expansion in terms of both territory and sales potential for Fastrac, Loadall and other well-known JCB agricultural products.
Having extended westwards with the new Stratford branch, the firm’s operations will expand eastwards at the beginning of 2023 when it takes over JCB’s Essex territory operating from a site in Colchester.
