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June 9, 2026 -- Komatsu is significantly expanding customer support and infrastructure in the Western United States with the planned opening of a new parts distribution facility in Mesa, Arizona. The new location is intended to strengthen regional parts availability, improve delivery responsiveness and help dealers and customers maximize equipment uptime across the region.
Komatsu is making a significant investment in the Mesa facility, including automation, storage systems and operational enhancements, to position inventory closer to customers and streamline delivery. The center is currently under development and is expected to become operational by the end of 2026.
The 270,000-square-foot distribution hub is expected to play a key role in supporting Komatsu’s growing customer base in the region with capabilities including:
“This investment reflects Komatsu’s long-term commitment to strengthening support for our dealers and customers across the Western U.S.,” said Danny Murtagh, Vice President of Parts and Infrastructure. “With expanded distribution capabilities and greater inventory availability positioned closer to our customers, we can respond faster, improve equipment uptime and deliver a better overall support experience.”
Komatsu’s growth in the region highlights its ongoing commitment to expanding U.S. operations — from retail and parts availability to rental and integrated field support — and supporting industries that rely on consistent equipment performance.
About Komatsu
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. For a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Front-line industries worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, maintain forests and create consumer products. The company's global service and distributor networks support customer operations, enhancing safety and productivity while optimizing performance. To learn more, visit www.komatsu.com
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