Komatsu’s Newberry Facility Celebrates 25 Years

Oct. 5, 2026 — Komatsu’s Newberry Manufacturing Operation (NMO) is celebrating 25 years of manufacturing and its longstanding commitment to the Newberry, South Carolina, community. On Oct. 2, employees, dealer partners, elected officials and community members gathered to commemorate the anniversary.

The celebration provided NMO the opportunity to demonstrate machines manufactured at the facility, showcasing the teamwork, craftsmanship and continuous improvement that have defined the operation for the past 25 years. More than 53,000 machines have been manufactured at the facility over the past quarter century. To commemorate that achievement, a special 25th anniversary model of the WA485-11 wheel loader — a flagship model and one of the newest wheel loaders manufactured at the plant — was unveiled during the event.

Opened in 2001, NMO became Komatsu’s fifth major manufacturing facility in North America, strengthening the company’s ability to bring products closer to the North American construction, utility and rental markets. The facility initially manufactured backhoe loaders before expanding production to include wheel loaders and forklifts as market demand evolved, further strengthening its role in serving the North American market.

Over the past 25 years, the facility has grown significantly, expanding from approximately 200,000 square feet to more than 300,000, and from 22 employees at its opening to approximately 250 employees today. Beyond its manufacturing achievements, NMO has remained a dedicated community partner, actively supporting and participating in events and initiatives throughout the Newberry area.

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