RYGOR Group has launched a new plant division and become a UK dealer for Chinese-headquartered Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG).
The wider Rygor Group includes the commercial vehicle business Rygor Commercials, as well as recently launched APEX Van Solutions and APEX Body Solutions.
Rygor Group underwent an MBO in November 2022, with John Keogh and Rish Channa becoming sole owners of the company.
Commercial director Rish Channa said, “We’re thrilled to be able to build even more customer choice into the Rygor Group, by continuing to strategically diversify into areas where we can make a tangible difference to our customers. Our business has already been supporting construction industry customers for decades, and our sales team understands the unique requirements of this specialist industry.
“XCMG is third largest producer of construction equipment worldwide, and we’re thrilled to be able to offer these world-class products to our customers, combined with the exceptional service the Rygor Group is known for.”
Jason Davey, the first XCMG area sales manager to join the Rygor Plant business, added, “It was clear to me that the Rygor Group business is rapidly innovating and evolving and they have big plans to diversify and grow the group. The team at Rygor Group is known for always keeping the needs of their customers at the centre of everything they do, so joining the team to help launch Rygor Plant was a really exciting opportunity.
“I am looking forward to being able to present the XCMG product to the UK construction sector, working with many of our loyal, existing customer base, as well as new customers.”
XCMG director of sales for UK and Ireland, Alan Sams, commented, “I’m excited about the dynamics of Rygor Plant and Rygor Group Ltd. When I met Rish and John, instantly there was a connection there. They’re great guys. Positive, forward-thinking, and commercially driven, and I know Rygor Plant will be successful.”
