Komatsu Group, with over 90% of sales from overseas markets, has positioned African market expansion as a key pillar of its 2025-2027 medium-term management plan. The company is focusing on Côte d'Ivoire as a strategic hub for African operations and has announced the establishment of a training center to develop machine operators and mechanics. The company emphasizes three priority areas: mining field business expansion, construction equipment product planning enhancement, and strengthened customer and dealer support. As of August 2026, Komatsu is responding to growing demand for construction and mining machinery in gold-producing Côte d'Ivoire.