Komatsu Forest in the news

Komatsu West has added full Komatsu Forestry product lines and support in parts of California and Nevada, enhancing regional forestry equipment services.

Students at the Scottish School of Forestry received practical training on a Komatsu 895 forwarder, enhancing their skills and career readiness through industry collaboration.

Stridem’s long-term use of durable Peterson equipment and strong support from Komatsu Forest enables efficient stump grinding and material processing in Western Australia.

Peterson horizontal grinders, distributed by Komatsu Forest in Australia, are industry-leading machines known for power, efficiency, and durability in forestry and recycling operations.

Komatsu Forest in Umeå is laying off workers and cutting hours due to reduced orders impacted by US tariffs, with employees criticizing their union's handling.

Komatsu Forest employees protested union's rejection of a wage cut and furlough proposal that could have prevented layoffs at the Umeå plant.

Komatsu is cutting jobs at its Swedish HQ due to low orders caused by global economic challenges.

Komatsu Forest employees protest union's rejection of a short-time furlough proposal amid layoffs caused by weak demand and external economic pressures.

Komatsu Forest in Umeå is laying off 90 production workers due to weak orders influenced by global conflicts and economic factors, with hopes for recovery ahead.

Komatsu Forest in Umeå plans layoffs and short-time work due to global trade uncertainties and cautious demand, despite increased sales in Sweden.

Komatsu Forest in Umeå is laying off 90 collective employees due to reduced orders caused by global uncertainties like war, tariffs, and interest rates.

Komatsu Forest in Umeå is reducing staff and furloughing employees due to a drop in orders caused by global economic uncertainties.

Komatsu Forest is introducing the Komatsu 898, entering the largest forwarder class with new prototypes showcased at Komatsu Days 2025.

Komatsu Forest launched the Komatsu 898 forwarder with a 25-tonne capacity, powerful engine, versatile crane options, and user-friendly features for efficient forestry operations.

Komatsu's Smart Forestry technology is helping Tenerife recover from wildfires and manage forests sustainably by enabling precise, low-impact tree removal and long-term ecological restoration.

Komatsu Forest's sustainable Umeå factory and educational investments were honored at the Osaka World Expo, highlighting their international cooperation and environmental efforts.

Komatsu will trial European-style forestry machines and the CTL method in Japan to boost productivity, safety, and address labor shortages.

Komatsu will trial European-style CTL forestry machines in Japan starting May 2025 to improve productivity and safety amid labor shortages.

Forestry has evolved from manual methods to advanced technology, improving efficiency and safety amid growing global demand.