SAGA Truck and Van has officially completed the acquisition of Motus Truck & Van, the Mercedes-Benz Truck and Van division of Motus Group (UK), marking the formation of one of the largest Mercedes-Benz Truck, Mercedes-Benz Van, and FUSO partnerships in the UK.

For now, operations at Motus Truck & Van remain unchanged, with the same teams and services in place. Customers will begin to see the rollout of SAGA Truck and Van branding across Essex, Hertfordshire and East Anglia in the coming weeks.

Philippe Canetti, European director of SAGA Trucks, said: “At the beginning of 2024, we expanded our UK presence with the acquisition of Sparshatt Truck and Van in Kent. Now, this latest acquisition marks another significant step in our growth journey. Together we represent a potential 1,200 trucks and 2,500 van sales in the UK, with six hundred employees and a revenue around 400 million Euros. However, these results can only be achieved with aligned values and embracing the future of the commercial vehicle industry; from evolving customer demands to the shift to additional services and sustainable technologies, we are in this together.”

Heiko Selzam, managing director of Daimler Truck UK Ltd, said: “SAGA’s commitment to Truck excellence in the UK aligns perfectly with Daimler Truck’s vision. This partnership strengthens our ability to support our customers with industry-leading products, service and innovation.”

Leonhard Niemann, head of network development and training at Daimler Truck UK Ltd, added: “SAGA’s development in the UK aligns seamlessly with our vision for transforming the Dealer network into a sustainable and future-proof model. This marks a pivotal step in strengthening our foundation to meet the evolving needs of our customers while driving innovation and sustainability within our operations.”

Kevin Ferris, head of network operations at Mercedes-Benz Vans, said: “This acquisition represents an exciting opportunity to build on the strength, expertise, and continuity offered to our customers.”

The acquisition brings together ten dealerships and a dedicated Bodyshop, creating a combined operation across five counties.