P.V. Dobson a respected name in the Construction Plant and Agricultural sectors has opened a new branch in Washington, Tyne and Wear. This expansion into the Northeast of England highlights the company’s dedication to broadening its service delivery for Kubota construction machinery, building on a heritage of more than 70 years of customer service throughout the north of England. From its main office in Levens, South Cumbria, to its branches in Skipton, North Yorkshire, and Chorley, Lancashire, P.V. Dobson continues to strengthen its presence and commitment to its customer base.
To mark the opening of the new branch, an open day is scheduled for the 6th of March*, inviting existing and potential customers, along with dignitaries from Kubota, including Yasukazu Kamada – President of Kubota Holding Europe B.V, Naoto Nishiura – Vice President Sales & Marketing Business Unit CE Europe, and Rob White – Division Manager UK Construction Department. This event signifies P.V. Dobson’s continued effort to improve its coverage across the north of England, following the openings of its branches in Chorley in 2019 and new larger premises in Skipton in 2020.
The new Washington branch represents a significant addition to P.V. Dobson’s infrastructure. Occupying a substantial area, it boasts a comprehensive setup including workshop spaces, parts and showroom areas, a consumables shop, and a considerable yard space dedicated to the preparation of machinery. At the helm of this new venture is Matthew Crawford as Branch Manager, a seasoned professional from the construction machinery industry, who will manage both the branch and its sales operations. This expansion not only aims to cater to the existing clientele, many of whom are third-generation customers, but also to attract new customers in need of quality plant.
Naoto Nishiura – Vice President Sales & Marketing Business Unit CE Europe commented on the expansion, “Kubota has a long-standing relationship with P.V. Dobson, and we are delighted to support the opening of their fourth depot in the North East of England. P.V.Dobson is a highly respected family-run business in the North of England with a reputation for excellent customer service, and this additional depot will provide improved sales and aftersales support for the area. I wish P. V. Dobson every success for the future, and I look forward to working with them for many years to come.”
Andrew Dobson, Managing Director of P.V. Dobson, emphasises the company’s customer-centric approach, “The customer is at the heart of what we do, and we pride ourselves on our high level of customer service, individual attention, care, and quality products that we offer to our customers. From our Sales team to our Aftermarket team, everyone plays an equal part in making sure that the most integral part of our business is looked after properly – the customer.” This ethos is the driving force behind the company’s decision to establish a presence in the North East, ensuring that customers in the area have direct access to P.V. Dobson’s unparalleled service standards and its range of new and used plant and agricultural machinery.
The Washington branch will focus on offering a full range of Kubota construction machinery, reflecting P.V. Dobson’s long-standing partnership with Kubota since 1992. The choice of Kubota is attributed to its dominance in the mini excavators market segment and its reputation for reliability, credibility, and outstanding residual values. “Three words to describe Kubota are credible, reliable, and residual. They have been number one in Europe for the past 25 years and are renowned for their fantastic reliability and residual values,” Andrew Dobson remarks.
As P.V. Dobson and Kubota continue to expand and evolve, they set new standards of excellence and reliability in the industry, demonstrating the positive impact of a customer-focused approach, robust partnerships, and a pursuit of quality and service excellence.
Andrew concluded; “We’re excited to welcome visitors to the opening of P.V. Dobson’s new depot in Washington. Alongside showcasing Kubota’s leading construction machinery, attendees will have the chance to see a variety of equipment from other top brands, including Manitou, Mecalac, and Epiroc. This open day offers a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of construction solutions all in one place.”
* P.V. Dobson open day is scheduled for the 6th of March 10 am-7pm. 28 Brindley Road Washington, NE37 2SB, United Kingdom. Please join Andrew Dobson and the P.V.Dobson team in celebrating the opening of the new branch.
