Komatsu announces change to UK distribution network

Lewis Tyler Editor, Demolition & Recycling International

26 November 2025

Komatsu Europe is to overhaul its distribution structure in the UK, with its Ireland-based distributor McHale Plant Sales set to take over as the official distributor of its construction and utility equipment from Marubeni-Komatsu (MKL) in 2026.

As part of the deal, McHale Plant Sales is to acquire MKL, while Komatsu Europe will take a minority stake in McHale.

Under the agreement, McHale Plant Sales will assume responsibility for all UK distribution, sales, and aftersales support.

All existing MKL branches will be retained, with McHale planning further…

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