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Komatsu’s Schrader to retire, Bull named successor

NAM Staff

Komatsu America has confirmed that Rod Schrader stepped down from his chairman and CEO roles on March 31, and will fully retire effective June 30, and Rod Bull has assumed the CEO seat. Bull served as Executive Vice President of Komatsu’s North America region through his transition on April 1. He brings nearly 25 years of leadership experience in the…

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A New Age: Komatsu’s past, future beneath the surface

NAM Staff

The equipment maker is now the only OEM in North America that provides equipment for both longwall and continuous mining systems, bringing material from the operating face to the conveyor belt. NAM spoke with soft rock/AMNO sales and service vice president Dan Spears for how Komatsu’s history will build on the momentum of its future. Komatsu has a storied history…

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