KOMATSU AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT

Empowering the Empangeni Region

Komatsu is proud to be a trusted partner of the Department of Transport in the Empangeni Region, driving infrastructure development and operational excellence through the delivery of state-ofthe-art construction equipment and specialised training programs. Our collaboration, which began in 2017, has been instrumental in equipping the region with the tools and expertise needed to build and maintain essential infrastructure.

Unit Deliveries and Milestones:

Since 2017, Komatsu has supplied a total of 10 units of GD675-5 Graders and PC200-8MO Excavators to the Department of Transport. In 2020, we expanded the fleet with an additional 6 units of GD675-5 Graders and PC210-10MO Excavators. This momentum continued in 2021 with the delivery of 8 units of GD535-5 and GD675-5 Graders, followed by 10 units of GD535-5 and GD555-5 Graders in 2022. Most recently, in 2024, we proudly delivered 27 units, including GD555-5 Graders and D85EX-15R Dozers, further enhancing the region’s capacity to meet its infrastructure goals.

Operator Training Initiatives (Since 2017):

At Komatsu, we are committed to empowering communities through education and skills development. Since the first unit was delivered in 2017, we have provided operator training across all cost centers under the Empangeni Region, including Jozini, Pongola, Vryheid, Nongoma, and Eshowe. Our current four-month training program, conducted in collaboration with the Department of Transport, spans the entire KwaZulu-Natal Province and caters to both new and experienced operators. This initiative will extend to the Empangeni region, starting September 1, 2024, equipping operators with the proficiency needed to maximize the performance of our machinery.

Technical Training Partnerships:

Our commitment to skill development extends to technical training, as well. In July 2017, Komatsu Pinetown welcomed five apprentices for a one-year training program under the guidance of our skilled technicians. This year, in 2024, we have launched a new Technical Training program with the Department of Transport. We are conducting a comprehensive Technical Needs Analysis (TNA) to identify the specific training needs of 15 artisans. Based on this analysis, we will propose tailored training programs to further enhance their technical skills and expertise.

Communication and Service Commitment:

At Komatsu, building strong partnerships is at the core of our business. We maintain regular communication with the Department of Transport across all regions, with monthly visits to cost centers by our PSSR and Sales Representatives. Additionally, quarterly meetings with the HOD and chief engineers of all four regions allow us to enhance aftermarket support through our workshops and parts departments. These meetings also provide a valuable opportunity to address any operational challenges and explore ways to continuously improve our collaboration.

Through our sustained partnership with the Department of Transport, Komatsu is dedicated to driving progress, empowering communities, and building a stronger future for the Empangeni Region and beyond.