Kobelco prepares to build on investment to increase European market share

Neel Madsen Editor, Demolition & Recycling International

18 June 2026

New modern headquarters in the Netherlands are among the top priorities as the Japanese company reinforces its commitment to the European market and looks to increase its reach.

During a recent press event in Lelystad, Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe BV discussed its strategy to increase its European market share across mini excavators and heavy equipment from around 6–7% to more than 10%.

In demolition, the OEM has even bigger ambitions, aiming for the top spot to mirror its…

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