00:00Dionne Lagor, Vice President of Corporate Communications, stated that the Caterpillar business has been part of Massey for nearly a
00:08century,
00:08and this transaction is an important moment for the group, quote,
00:13especially for the employees who have built this business, supported its customers, and contributed to its success over many years,
00:21end quote.
00:22Lagor noted that Markorp, which is currently the Caterpillar dealer in Guyana,
00:26is a dedicated Caterpillar business and is well positioned to build on what its teams have developed in Trinidad and
00:34Tobago.
00:34Asked about the affected employees, Lagor said Massey Group is committed to managing the transition with care, respect, and fairness.
00:44She said, quote,
00:45The company will honor all applicable commitments and provide practical support, including the Employee Assistance Program,
00:52and other resources to help them navigate this period and prepare for their next opportunity.
00:59Lagor added, quote,
01:00Where suitable vacancies are available, affected employees will be considered for the opportunities elsewhere within the Massey Group, end quote.
01:09Massey also operates a shell dealership and a truck dealership on the same compound as the Caterpillar dealership.
01:16Vashana Pargu, TV6 News.
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