Barrick Mining Corporation has reached a landmark agreement with Komatsu to supply $440 million worth of primary mining equipment to the Reko Diq copper-gold project in Pakistan, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2026. This strategic move marks Komatsu’s first major equipment placement in the Middle East region and represents a significant milestone in the strengthening partnership between the two companies.
To support operations, Komatsu plans to establish a new entity, Komatsu Pakistan Mining Limited, and will also expand its regional headquarters, Komatsu Middle East FZE in Dubai. These investments will enhance Komatsu’s capacity to deliver long-term service, technical support, and operational excellence at Reko Diq—one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper-gold deposits.
“The Reko Diq project represents a long-term investment in our future and that of mining in Pakistan,” said Mark Bristow, President and CEO of Barrick. “Our partnership with Komatsu is a critical component of that vision.”
Equipment Highlights:
- 980E-5 ultra-class haul trucks – From Peoria, Illinois
- P&H 4100XPC AC electric rope shovels – From Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- PC7000-11 mining excavators – From Dusseldorf, Germany
- WE2350-2 electric wheel loaders – From Longview, Texas
These machines are known for performance, reliability, and smart technologies that optimize mining operations under demanding conditions.
Komatsu’s involvement also builds on its global framework agreement with Barrick, signed in October 2023, and follows recent successful fleet deployments at Lumwana (Zambia) and Nevada Gold Mines (USA).
“The scale of Reko Diq demands high-performance equipment, and we are proud to support Barrick on this transformative project,” said Peter Salditt, President, Komatsu Mining Business Division.
The Reko Diq mine is expected to become a world-class source of copper and gold, helping drive economic development in Pakistan’s Balochistan province and beyond.
