Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Tokyo, Tokyo
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Since 1921
Komatsu Ltd., founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, manufactures construction, mining, utility, and forestry machinery. With 50,000–100,000 employees and revenue exceeding $10 billion, the company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, construction, and defense sectors globally. Recent developments include the launch of two new 20-ton-class hydraulic excavators for emerging markets and the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB to expand forestry equipment capabilities.
Komatsu at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1921
Headquarters
Tokyo, Tokyo
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
61357
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
61357
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Mexico · Japan · South Korea · Singapore
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Komatsu.
What this tells a buyer
Komatsu recorded 61,357 shipments across 13 countries, with Japan as the primary origin, supplemented by supply chains in Mexico, South Korea, Singapore, China, Brazil, Germany, India, Thailand, Belgium, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
The company manufactures hydraulic excavators, bulldozers, and specialized mining equipment; holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications; and operates 60 manufacturing facilities and 55 sales operations worldwide.
Komatsu employs over 67,000 people across three main business segments: Construction, Mining, and Utility Equipment (over 90% of sales), Retail Finance, and Industrial Machinery for semiconductor and automotive applications.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
105 years in operation (founded 1921).
61,357 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Komatsu Ltd., founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, manufactures construction, mining, utility, and forestry machinery. With 50,000–100,000 employees and revenue exceeding $10 billion, the company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, construction, and defense sectors globally. Recent developments include the launch of two new 20-ton-class hydraulic excavators for emerging markets and the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB to expand forestry equipment capabilities.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1921 |
Headquarters | Tokyo, Tokyo |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Komatsu makes
The company manufactures hydraulic excavators, bulldozers, and specialized mining equipment; holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications; and operates 60 manufacturing facilities and 55 sales operations worldwide.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions, Assembly, Gear (source: komatsu.jp).
Certifications
Komatsu is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — komatsu.jp
ISO 9001 — komatsu.jp
Trade and customs footprint
Komatsu recorded 61,357 shipments across 13 countries, with Japan as the primary origin, supplemented by supply chains in Mexico, South Korea, Singapore, China, Brazil, Germany, India, Thailand, Belgium, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, and Australia. US customs bill-of-lading records list 61357 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Mexico · Japan · South Korea · Singapore.
Latest developments
2026-09-11 — - PC200-11M2 and PC210-11M2 expand the lineup to meet diverse customer and jobsite needs - Komatsu launches two new 20-ton-class hydraulic excavators for Asia and other emerging markets | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
2026-09-03 — Komatsu and Atlassian Williams F1 Team renew award-winning global partnership with expanded technical collaboration | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
2026-06-10 — Komatsu to issue a green bond: Accelerating responses to environmental issues toward the realization of a sustainable society | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
2026-03-17 — - Expanding value creation across the circular forestry process - Komatsu to Acquire Malwa Forest AB, a Swedish Manufacturer of Lightweight and Compact Forestry Machinery | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
2025-11-05 — Komatsu and Bangkok Motor Works to extend construction and mining equipment joint-venture distributorship across four countries in Southeast Asia | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
2025-06-25 — Barrick and Komatsu reach agreement on $440M equipment deal - Komatsu to establish Komatsu Pakistan Mining Limited to support the Barrick operated greenfield copper-gold project | Newsroom | Komatsu global site (komatsu.jp)
Facilities
Komatsu is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo. Public sources also reference these locations:
Dubai, UAE — komatsu.jp
Mesa, Arizona — komatsu.com
Bangkok, Thailand — komatsu.jp
Company details
Komatsu employs over 67,000 people across three main business segments: Construction, Mining, and Utility Equipment (over 90% of sales), Retail Finance, and Industrial Machinery for semiconductor and automotive applications. Komatsu was founded in 1921, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 105 years in operation (founded 1921). 61,357 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Komatsu make?
Komatsu Ltd., founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, manufactures construction, mining, utility, and forestry machinery. With 50,000–100,000 employees and revenue exceeding $10 billion, the company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, construction, and defense sectors globally. Recent developments include the launch of two new 20-ton-class hydraulic excavators for emerging markets and the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB to expand forestry equipment capabilities.
Where is Komatsu headquartered?
Komatsu is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo.
When was Komatsu founded?
Komatsu was founded in 1921.
How big is Komatsu?
Komatsu has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Komatsu hold?
Komatsu lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Komatsu import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 61357 inbound shipments for Komatsu, with top origins including Mexico · Japan · South Korea · Singapore.
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