MAGNA, the Terex brand established to meet the needs of large-scale mobile crushing, screening and conveying operations, has appointed Johnston McFarland as Technical Director.
In the role, McFarland will provide technical leadership across the MAGNA product portfolio, so that products are correctly specified, supported, introduced and continuously improved throughout their lifecycle. He will work closely with engineering, quality, sales and aftermarket teams, while supporting distributors and customers worldwide.
McFarland joined Terex in 2019 as an Electrical Commissioning Engineer, having previously worked as an industrial electrician, service engineer and business owner. Over the past seven years he has progressed across the business, most recently serving as Installation & Commissioning Manager. He has also held a Business Development Manager role focused on water treatment solutions, giving him experience of product development, customer support, commissioning and commercial operations.
Among the projects he has been involved in, McFarland cites the development of the Terex filter press range as a particular highlight, helping take the product from concept through to production.
Commenting on his appointment, McFarland said, “I’m excited to be joining MAGNA at this stage in its development and to have the opportunity to help shape the brand’s future. Throughout my time with Terex, I’ve worked closely with customers, distributors and colleagues across different parts of the business, and I’m looking forward to bringing that experience into this role.
“MAGNA has built strong momentum in a relatively short period of time. I am looking forward to working with the team, supporting our distributors and customers, and helping to ensure our products continue to meet the needs of the market.”
Neil McIlwaine, Business Line Director, MAGNA, adds, “Johnston brings a combination of technical expertise, practical field experience and a strong understanding of customer requirements. Having worked across commissioning, installation, business development and product support, he has developed a well-rounded perspective that will be a valuable asset as MAGNA continues to grow.
“His appointment further strengthens our technical leadership capability and will help us continue to deliver the levels of product performance and customer support that our customers and partners expect.”
