RCM SAGA, Mercedes-Benz European partners with 55 years of experience in the commercial vehicle and automotive sectors, today announced the acquisition of Motus Truck & Van, the Mercedes-Benz Truck and Van division of Motus Group (UK).
SAGA Truck & Van UK locations
Earlier this year, SAGA Truck & Van successfully entered the UK market with the acquisition of Sparshatt Truck and Van in Kent.
The acquisition of Motus Truck & Van is synonymous with strategic growth, with SAGA becoming one of the largest partners of Mercedes-Benz Vans, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and FUSO. This poses a significant challenge while positioning SAGA to drive essential changes and modernise its truck and van operations.
Together, they represent a potential of 1,200 trucks and 2,000 van sales in the UK, with 600 employees and a revenue of 350 million Euros.
The acquisition was shared with Motus Truck & Van employees during a speech by Philippe Canetti, European Director of SAGA Trucks.
Expressing his confidence in the future of this partnership:
“We are building on an already solid foundation with the incredible Motus Truck & Van teams. Together, we can meet the challenges of changing customer demands, while thriving in a competitive landscape. The future of the industry is changing, and our vision is to guide our customers through the transition to sustainable technologies. This is a time of great responsibility, but also of major opportunity.”
Heiko Selzam, Managing Director, Daimler Truck UK Limited:
“SAGA’s long-standing heritage with Mercedez-Benz and its strong operational success across Europe is a perfect partnership to take this next step with Mercedes-Benz Truck and FUSO. Their values reflect our own, and we are confident that as one of the largest dealership partners in the UK, they will set the benchmark for service and innovation in the commercial vehicle sector. We look forward to working closely with the extended team.”
Kevin Ferris, Head of Network Operations at Mercedes-Benz Vans echoed the sentiment, highlighting the growth opportunity:
“This acquisition marks an exciting chapter for Mercedes-Benz Vans in the UK. The move not only strengthens our network but also enhances our ability to deliver outstanding service and support to our customers across the South-East of England.
“SAGA Truck and Van has long been a valued partner within our family, consistently demonstrating a commitment to delivering exceptional service to our customers. By expanding their operations, SAGA Truck and Van is well-positioned to strengthen our presence and enhance support for Mercedes-Benz Vans customers across these key regions. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this move will bring to our network and the customers we serve.”
Talking about the move, Rob Truscott, CEO of Motus Group (UK), said:
“We extend our best wishes for success as this new chapter unfolds. At Motus Group (UK), we value the dedication and expertise of our teams, and we are confident that the legacy of Motus Truck & Van will continue to thrive. This is an exciting moment for all involved, and we look forward to seeing the opportunities this venture will bring for customers, employees, and the industry alike.”
