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16th European annual Komatsu ATC (Advanced Technical Contest)

September 12, 2025
The 16th European annual Komatsu ATC (Advanced Technical Contest) was held on 4 September at the Komatsu Germany Construction factory (KGC) in Hanover, Germany. The contest consists of 3 categories in which MKL staff competed against 32 staff from 15 other European depots – Troubleshooting, Mechanical Repairs and a Walk Around Inspection for the PSSR. The aim of the contest … Continued

Longcliffe Quarries HD605-8 Dump Truck

August 12, 2025
In September 2024 Derbyshire based Longcliffe Quarries upgraded their haul truck to a Komatsu HD605-8. The truck is used daily at their Brassington Moor Quarry to move material from the rock face to their primary crusher. We visited recently to see how it was faring and to hear about any benefits the new technology has … Continued

New 10 ton compact Wheel Loader – WA170M-11

August 1, 2025
We are delighted to announce the expansion of the Komatsu wheel loader range with the all-new compact WA170M-11E0 loader. Expertly crafted in Hanover, the 10-tonne WA170M-11 is designed from the ground up and engineered to meet the rigorous demands of urban jobsites, the toughest construction tasks, and extreme industrial applications. The compact WA170M-11 delivers the … Continued

Crawfords Group appointed as South East Utility dealer

May 30, 2025
Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd are pleased to announce the appointment of a dealer to cover a portion of the South East area – Crawfords Group. Covering Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and South Berkshire, Crawfords will be offering the full range of Komatsu Utility equipment including mini excavators, midi crawler and wheeled excavators, skid steer loaders … Continued

Mawsley Machinery Ltd appointed as East Midlands Utility dealer

May 23, 2025
Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd (MKL) are pleased to announce the appointment of a dealer to cover a portion of the East Midlands area – Mawsley Machinery Ltd. Covering all LE, NN, and CV postcodes plus MK40 – MK45, Mawsley will be offering Komatsu Utility mini and midi crawler and wheeled excavators. Brian Graham, MKL Managing Director says, … Continued

New 2 ton Electric Mini Excavator – PC20E-6

April 28, 2025
Please allow us to introduce the second model in the Komatsu zero emissions product line-up; the all-new electric PC20E-6 mini excavator. Available to order from May 2025, the PC20E-6 strengthens Komatsu's commitment into a future of clean, caring, emission free products. Exploiting more than 100 years of Komatsu design, development, and manufacturing power, the PC20E-6 delivers zero … Continued

The most advanced excavator ever designed

April 10, 2025
Komatsu Europe sets a new standard for excellence with their new PC220LC/LCi-12 excavators Komatsu Europe proudly presents the all-new PC220LC-12 and PC220LCi-12 excavators. With these outstanding machines, Komatsu has successfully unified striking aesthetics, intuitive ergonomics, extreme fuel efficiency, ultra-low emissions, effortless performance, revolutionary levels of digitalisation, and comprehensive safety measures into a single, truly exceptional … Continued

Komatsu at bauma 2025

March 21, 2025
A major exhibition of machines, solutions and services for the challenges of today and tomorrow.   bauma is the world's leading trade fair for construction, building material and mining machines, construction vehicles and construction equipment. Taking place in Munich, Germany from 7-13 April 2025, Komatsu will be presenting their latest class and industry leading machines over … Continued

Global Construction Plant and Equipment Ltd appointed as Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Komatsu Utility dealer

March 7, 2025
Global Construction Plant and Equipment Ltd appointed as Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Komatsu Utility dealer. Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd (MKL) are pleased to announce the appointment of a dealer to cover the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire areas along with the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands – Global Construction Plant and Equipment Ltd. Global Plant will be offering … Continued

Komatsu presents new skid steer loader and compact track loader at bauma 2025

February 24, 2025
Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, announces the launch of one new 4-tonne skid steer loader and one new 5-tonne compact track loader at bauma 2025, the international exhibition for construction and infrastructure. The new compact track loader prototype and skid steer loader prototype join the “dash 8” range to deliver … Continued

Komatsu presents three new electric mini excavators in live demo at bauma 2025

Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment will be presenting three new electric mini excavators in live demo at bauma 2025. The new models, the PC20E, PC26E, and PC33E complete with new cab specification, are especially focused on the European market, and offer customers a sustainable and powerful solution for a variety … Continued

Komatsu upgrades its range of Compact Mini Excavators

Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment unveils upgraded line of mini excavators, combining proven performance with enhanced features. Building upon a legacy of reliability and performance, the updated lineup incorporates several new features designed to improve safety, operator comfort, and versatility, while staying true to the Komatsu core values that have … Continued

Komatsu presents its all-new 7.5-tonne Mini Wheeled Excavator at bauma 2025

Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, is proud to present a whole bouquet of innovation packed on an all-new prototype 7.5-tonne wheeled excavator which joins the PW98MR and PW138MR wheeled excavator family. “This new tight-tail excavator fills the gap below the mid-sized wheeled excavators, granting easy and precise operability with any … Continued

Komatsu showcases the electrically powered PC7000-11E Excavator at Bauma 2025

At this year's Bauma, Komatsu is proud to present the PC7000-11E hydraulic mining excavator in backhoe configuration. The electrically powered excavator merges the powerful digging force of high-performance diesel machines with the lower carbon footprint of an electrically powered machine. Built to endure the toughest mining operations, the PC7000-11E represents exceptional durability, reliability and performance. The 44 … Continued

Komatsu Smart Construction integrates Artificial Intelligence in latest product

Earthmoving solution expert, Komatsu, has combined Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernise its Smart Construction Edge solution, in partnership with technology giant Sony as part of the EarthBrain joint-venture across Komatsu, NTT Communications, Sony Semiconductor and Nomura Research Institute, to champion digitalisation and advancement in drone surveying processes. The innovative Edge solution is a unique device … Continued

Alan Snow Agricultural Engineers appointed as South West Komatsu Utility dealer

February 20, 2025
Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd (MKL) are pleased to announce the appointment of a dealer to cover the South West area – Alan Snow Agricultural Engineers Ltd. Covering all TA, EX, TQ, PL and TR postcodes, Alan Snow will be offering the full range of Komatsu Utility equipment including mini excavators, midi crawler and wheeled excavators, skid steer … Continued

Komatsu Europe introduces new WA700-8 wheel loader

February 12, 2025
Komatsu proudly announces the all-new WA700-8 wheel loader, engineered with over a century of quarry and mining expertise to deliver unparalleled levels of safety, increased productivity, exceptional durability, and impeccable environmental credentials. Before commencing development, Komatsu engineers actively collected customers’ input, identifying that safety, cost per tonne produced, CO2 emission, maximising uptime, and operator well-being … Continued

Komatsu Expands Simulator Offering to High Reach Demolition Excavators

December 5, 2024
New module replicates Komatsu PC490HRD with K100 boom change system Komatsu is pleased to present the availability and expansion of the model range of Komatsu simulators with the new K100 High Reach Demolition Excavator Simulator. The Komatsu simulator add-on module for demolition excavators is designed based on the Komatsu PC490HRD excavator and features our unique … Continued

Econ Group – demolition specialists since 1982

November 26, 2024
We get a sneak onsite preview into the workings of demolition specialists Econ Group, a family owned and managed business established in 1982. We chat about their experiences with the Komatsu machines they run, the reasons they continue to choose Komatsu, their relationship with us as UK suppliers and even the thinking behind them giving … Continued