TSX Stock Symbol: TIH

TORONTO, April 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Toromont Industries Ltd. (TSX: TIH) announced today that it has entered into an agreement for the sale of AgWest Ltd. ("AgWest"), a wholly-owned subsidiary, to Mechan International, part of the Zweegers Equipment Group ("Mechan"), effective May 1, 2023. This Netherlands company, led by CEO Gerrit van der Scheer, has a long association with agricultural equipment including the distribution of Agco and CLAAS products worldwide.

Mechan will operate the business under the AgWest brand, retaining the current leadership team and employees. They will continue to operate out of AgWest's three main and three satellite locations in Manitoba, representing the current portfolio of leading agricultural equipment brands, including CLAAS and Agco products. Mechan's global presence, deep agricultural knowledge, and solid distribution reputation offer a strategic fit with AgWest's people, customers, and suppliers. 

Scott Medhurst, President and CEO, of Toromont stated, "Thanks to the dedicated AgWest team, loyal customers and strong supplier support, the AgWest business has improved consistently over the past few years. We wish Mechan and the entire AgWest team, continued success."

The proceeds of the sale of AgWest will be paid in cash and are subject to customary post-closing adjustments. This transaction is not expected to have a material impact on Toromont's overall future operations, revenue or earnings.

Toromont Industries Ltd. operates through two business segments: The Equipment Group and CIMCO.  The Equipment Group includes one of the larger Caterpillar dealerships by revenue and geographic territory - spanning the Canadian provinces of Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario and Manitoba in addition to most of the territory of Nunavut.  In addition, the Group includes industry leading rental operations, a complementary material handling business. CIMCO is a market leader in the design, engineering, fabrication and installation of industrial and recreational refrigeration systems. Both segments offer comprehensive product support capabilities. This press release and more information about Toromont Industries Ltd. can be found at www.toromont.com.

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SOURCE Toromont Industries Ltd.