Komatsu Smart Construction appoints new EU head to accelerate digital transformation

Komatsu’s digital division, Smart Construction, has named Daniel Heussen as EU General Manager to spearhead a major digital overhaul across Europe’s construction and earthmoving sectors. Backed by a new mid-term strategy, Heussen will drive AI integration, industry partnerships, and a bundled product approach designed to boost efficiency, safety, and sustainability on site.

With Smart Construction tools already seeing a 44% rise in SaaS adoption, the company is doubling down on value-added digital solutions—now compatible with major tilt rotator brands—and preparing for the next wave of intelligent machine control. This move positions Komatsu as a cross-brand tech partner in the race to modernise the construction industry.

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