Merlo recently welcomed their UK dealers to their first in-person conference since the beginning of the pandemic.

During the event held in Stratford upon Avon, the company recognised some of their key dealer partners in an awards ceremony presented by guest speaker, Olympic Silver Medallist Roger Black MBE.

C.T. Hayton won Merlo UK’s Service Dealer of the Year 2021.

L-R: Merlo UK’s Stuart Henry, C.T. Hayton’s John Hayton, Roger Black MBE

The dealership's John Hayton said their excellence is in no small part, due to diligent serviceman Richard Birkbeck, who he dedicated the award to for his years of “hard work and dedication”.

Stuart Henry, area manager sales at Merlo UK said of C.T. Hayton, “They have gone over and above our expectations to really look after the Merlo product.”

South West Handling won Merlo's UK’s Parts Dealer of the Year 2021.

L-R: Merlo UK’s Robin Cooch, South West Handling’s Tom Banbury, Roger Black MBE

The manufacturer said South West Handling's engagement and communication with the Parts team has been exemplary, and has facilitated their continued usage of Merlo UK’s newest tools from their launch.

C.J. Cox won Merlo UK’s Agriculture Sales Dealer of the Year 2021.

L-R: Merlo UK’s Owen Buttle, C.J. Cox’s Mark Rowe & Neil Warr, Roger Black MBE

C.J. Cox are a new dealer to the Merlo UK family. Joining in January 2021, the manufacturer said they joined at what would have been a difficult time for any company, but exceeded expectations and fully involved themselves with the brand.

Pallisers won Merlo UK’s Overall Dealer of the Year 2021.

L-R: Merlo UK’s Shaun Groom, Pallisers’ Phil Portman & Jamie Blandford, Roger Black MBE

The manufacturer said Pallisers demonstrated a commitment to the brand through their representation and sales across the range of products. They have provided a key role in the marketing of their own brand, and Merlo’s and have excelled in customer support and service.