Massey Ferguson Restructures Europe & Middle East Leadership

Business |Appointments & Restructure

Thierry Lhotte steps down as Massey Ferguson EME head after 37 years; Marco Mazzaferri appointed successor.

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Massey Ferguson Restructures Europe & Middle East Leadership

Beauvais, France – Massey Ferguson., a brand of AGCO Corporation and an agricultural machinery manufacturer, has announced a leadership transition in its Europe and Middle East (EME) operations. Thierry Lhotte, Vice President & Managing Director of Massey Ferguson EME, will step down after a distinguished 37-year career with the company. Marco Mazzaferri will succeed him, effective immediately.

Thierry Lhotte began his journey with Massey Ferguson in after-sales, progressing through roles in marketing, sales, and leadership. He notably led the restructuring of Fendt & Valtra France after AGCO’s acquisition of the brands and played a vital role in enhancing the Beauvais manufacturing site, boosting customer satisfaction, and driving Massey Ferguson's success across and beyond the EME region.

Mr. Luis Felli, Senior Vice President & General Manager Massey Ferguson, said, “I want to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to Thierry for his contributions to AGCO. His vision will continue to inspire the brand as we move forward. Thierry will stay in the organization until the end of August, which will allow a good handover with his successor, added Luis Felli. “Effective immediately, I am pleased to announce that Marco Mazzaferri is being promoted to Vice President & Managing Director Massey Ferguson EME.”

Marco Mazzaferri, who takes over as Vice President & Managing Director Massey Ferguson EME, joined AGCO in 2015 in Italy. He has held key positions including National Sales Manager for Fendt & Valtra, Global Director of Sales Enablement and Marketing for MF, and most recently, Sales Director MF EME. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Perugia.

In addition to his new leadership role, Marco will be appointed President of AGCO SAS and AGCO Distribution SAS, a Member of the AGCO Finance France Supervisory Board, and Chairman of AGCO France’s Central Workers Councils.

His priorities include expanding Massey Ferguson’s market share, driving regional growth, and enhancing profitability.

This leadership transition signals a new chapter for Massey Ferguson in the EME region, with a continued focus on innovation, customer value, and operational excellence.