DIMO Agri Machinery Division opens new Corporate Office

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The Agri Machinery Division of Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO) recently opened their new showroom and corporate office at No. 92, Jetawana Road, Colombo 14 (opposite the DIMO head office). This new three-storeyed building will accommodate the management and the administration staff of the Agri Division. DIMO Chairman Ranjith Pandithage, Mahindra & Mahindra India International Operations CEO Ruzbeh Irani, DIMO CEO Gahanath Pandithage, Mahindra & Mahindra India International Operations Vice President Pradeep Kumar, DIMO Agri Division DGM Gihan Fernando, Mahindra & Mahindra India Senior Manager – Exports Yadev Pranab, Mahindra & Mahindra India Manager Exports Sri Lanka Saji Varghese and DIMO Business Unit Manager – Agri Division Amal Thilakarathne were present at the opening.

DIMO Agri Division is the only authorised representative in Sri Lanka for Mahindra tractors (from Mahindra & Mahindra India) and Claas combine harvesters (from Claas Group Germany). Mahindra, the world’s largest tractor company by volume, has been serving the Sri Lankan farmers for more than 25 years, providing high value offering tractors and other mechanisation solutions. Mahindra tractors are heavy duty tractors that offer very high levels of performance. They are extensively used for all types of farming jobs such as puddling, cultivating, ploughing, harrowing, threshing and also in hauling and have been enjoying success in paddy and tea plantations. Launched in 1993, the Claas Crop Tiger 30 has revolutionised and mechanised rice harvesting. This compact and light combine harvester equipped with reliable rubber tracks is ideal for rice paddies as well as making harvesting quick and easy. The Crop Tiger 30 Terra Trac also delivers excellent grain quality and negligible losses. Protected drives help extend the service life of the system in tough working conditions. The compact design and low weight make way for good manoeuvrability in small fields. The large 1,200-litre grain tank enables long working days with minimal interruptions for offloading. The 30+ extensive branch network across the country allows DIMO to provide these two world class products to the doorstep of farmers and businessmen. DIMO’s renowned after sales service, availability of genuine parts and mobile service vehicles allow farmers and businessmen to work continuously with the lowest downtime.