Effective from Monday (December 9th 2024), Carr’s Billington, who are headquartered in Carlisle, will take on the Merlo brand in Cumbria and the North East, covering depots in Carlisle, Hexham, and Morpeth.

L-R; Owen Buttle, national sales manager, Merlo UK; Tom Jobling, machinery director, Ian Gate, machinery consultant and Dale Shaw, dealer principle, Carr’s Billington; Shaun Groom, general manager & Euan Thomson, regional sales manager, Merlo UK

The two companies say this marks the beginning of an exciting and strategic partnership between two trusted names in the agricultural industry.

Owen Buttle, national sales manager at Merlo UK, said, “Carr’s Billington is a trusted supplier of leading agricultural brands, and this partnership represents Merlo’s continued commitment to strengthening its dealer network, and providing agriculture customers, across the north of England with strong and comprehensive coverage. We are delighted to welcome Carr’s Billington to the Merlo dealer network.” 

He continued, “As well as sales and installations, Carr’s Billington offers exceptional service, repairs as well as stocking a wide range of fast-moving parts. This level of support ensures customers receive the best experience with their Merlo products.”

Tom Jobling, machinery director at Carr’s Billington, added, "Following a thorough evaluation of suppliers and key brands, we are excited to add the Merlo product range to fill a gap and strengthen our portfolio. The Merlo agreement is a significant addition to our range and presents exciting opportunites for our customers.  We look forward to expanding our offering and forging a successful partnership with Merlo.”