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Yahoo
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- Automotive
- Yahoo
Mackie Motors threatens High Court action against Renault, Nissan, and RCI
Mackie Motors (Brechin) Limited (MMBL), a Scottish automotive franchise with a 45-year history representing Renault, Dacia, and Nissan, has initiated legal proceedings against Renault UK Limited, Nissan Motor (GB) Limited, and RCI Financial Services Limited. The company has issued formal letters before action, signaling its intent to escalate the matter to the High Court if no resolution is reached. According to MMBL, the defendants abruptly and simultaneously cut off access to essential operational systems, including parts ordering, vehicle sales processing, and aftersales support, without warning or explanation. MMBL claims this action effectively crippled its business, leading to a forced sale of assets and significant financial losses. The particulars of claim also allege that RCI Financial Services instigated this disruption by pressuring Renault and Nissan to terminate franchise agreements based on unverified internal concerns, without offering MMBL a chance to respond. MMBL is seeking approximately £18 million in damages, including compensation for: Loss of profits Devaluation of the business Investments in stranded vehicle stock The company asserts this case is not just about financial redress, but about corporate accountability. Backed by MP Dave Doogan, MMBL has raised the issue with Government Ministers, highlighting the broader implications for small businesses in franchising relationships with multinational corporations. Kevin Mackie, Director of MMBL, stated: 'This goes beyond a simple commercial dispute. It is about respect, transparency, and the principle that no business, no matter how large, should be allowed to act with impunity or disregard for longstanding relationships.' "Mackie Motors threatens High Court action against Renault, Nissan, and RCI" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
The Courier
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Courier
Brechin Matrix production moving to global sites as factory closure date revealed
Brechin's historic Matrix International factory is slated for closure before the end of 2025. In March, bosses at the East Mill Road engineering plant told staff their jobs were under threat. US owners of the 86-year-old company said they were considering transferring operations abroad. A consultation with the Angus workforce was launched. It has now concluded and the future of the plant has been confirmed. The decision will see parent company Regal Rexnord move Matrix International work from Brechin to other global sites. Those are Shenzhen in China, Angers in France, and New Hartford in the USA. The firm has said Angus production will run until November. The news is the latest economic hammer blow to the town in the wake of Storm Babet. Matrix – which began as a wartime engineering operation in 1939 – was swamped by the River South Esk in October 2023. It was left under feet of water. Three months later, staff were told manufacturing and production would cease there. However, assembly of highly specialised electromagnetic equipment such as brakes and clutches continued. It is thought to have employed around 100 staff in early 2024. The company has been approached for comment on the latest developments. The Matrix site is owned by local firm JJKS Estates. Last month, company director Kevin Mackie said Regal Rexnord had committed to a lease until 2038 before Storm Babet struck. He continues to press Angus Council for details of their communications with the company in the wake of the disaster. Mr Mackie and fellow JJKS director Jack Souttar have called for a full inquiry into the Matrix collapse. The authority previously said it worked alongside Scottish Enterprise to help JJKS and Matrix after the storm.
