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 May 30, 2025

# Crawfords Group appointed as South East Utility dealer

    Louise Carney  ·   1 minute read

Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd (MKL) are pleased to announce the appointment of a dealer to cover a portion of the South East area – the Crawfords Group. Covering Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and South Berkshire, Crawfords will be offering the full range of Komatsu Utility equipment including mini excavators, midi crawler and wheeled excavators, skid steer loaders and compact and Agricultural spec wheel loaders.

** **“We are excited to appoint the Crawfords Group, a long established business, as our Komatsu compact dealer for the south east of England. We look forward to working with them and are confident their local knowledge and established network will provide exceptional service to those using the innovative range of Komatsu Utility machinery in the south east.” Brian Graham, Managing Director at Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd.

“Komatsu is a renowned and respected brand, and we are delighted to bring their compact range to our customers,” said Wes Crawford, Managing Director of Crawfords Group. “This partnership reflects our continued commitment to providing high-quality solutions across multiple industries, including construction, landscaping, and utilities.”

Crawfords Group is a leading provider of agricultural, horticultural, viticulture and automotive solutions, offering sales, service, and support across the South East and beyond. With a strong reputation for exceptional customer service, Crawfords Group delivers premium brands and innovative solutions.

As a key partner, Crawfords will have stock available from all depots, ensuring equipment is available for immediate delivery. This will be supported by their dedicated team offering expert advice, product demonstrations, and aftersales support.

To ensure seamless integration and support, all Crawfords departments - sales, service, and parts - will receive in-depth Komatsu training over the coming months. In addition, Crawfords will be appointing a dedicated a Group Construction Sales Manager with significant construction industry experience to lead this new division.

This appointment strengthens Crawfords position as a trusted machinery partner, delivering exceptional service and industry-leading brands to professionals across the South and South East.

Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd have been the sole distributor of Komatsu construction and utility equipment in the United Kingdom since 1972. They are a wholly owned subsidiary of the Marubeni Group – a leading international corporation.

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