Komatsu

Komatsu Ltd., commonly known as Komatsu, is a Japanese multinational corporation that manufactures construction, mining, and utility equipment. It is one of the world's largest producers of heavy machinery and serves customers worldwide through a network of manufacturing facilities, dealers, and service centers. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

The company traces its origins to the early 20th century and grew from ironworks into a major producer of heavy equipment after World War II, expanding internationally in the latter half of the century. Over the decades, Komatsu has broadened its product and service portfolio to support construction, earthmoving, and mining operations across diverse markets.

Komatsu's product lines include hydraulic excavators, crawler dozers, wheel loaders, dump trucks, forklifts, and related engines and components. In addition to equipment sales, it offers financing, maintenance, parts supply, and fleet-management services. The company has invested in digital and automation technologies, including remote monitoring and diagnostics platforms, and it pursues development in autonomous and semi-autonomous machinery.

In the global market, Komatsu is frequently cited as one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers, often described as the second-largest behind Caterpillar. The company emphasizes sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing emissions, improving fuel efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact across its product range.