Komatsu has experienced a return to normal usage by the users of its construction machinery in the wake of COVID-19. The firm’s network of smaller distributors than its peers makes for more complex supply chain planning for sales of new machines as well as parts. Total U.S. seaborne imports of construction equipment dropped by 21.6% in July after an 18.0% slide in Q2. Getting the flow of parts going appears to be proving difficult. Imports of machinery parts linked to Komatsu fell by 14.9% in the three months to July 31 compared to the three months to April 30. The joint venture of Deere...
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