NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and stc group launch IoT connectivity solution for Komatsu construction equipment in Saudi Arabia

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. (“NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS”; formerly NTT Communications Corporation) and stc group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, today announced the launch of an IoT connectivity solution¹ for Komatsu Ltd. (Komatsu) construction equipment in Saudi Arabia, a country with specific telecommunications regulations².

1. Background
Komatsu’s construction equipment operates across Saudi Arabia. The company is expanding its connected services through “Komtrax³”, a telematics and remote monitoring system that wirelessly captures essential operational data from construction equipment. Through remote monitoring, data analytics, and predictive maintenance, the service offers greater visibility into equipment utilization, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing competitiveness.

To support the international expansion of Komatsu’s connected services, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS partnered with stc group to deliver stable, in-country IoT connectivity that meets local telecommunications regulations for Komatsu’s construction equipment in Saudi Arabia.
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS handled solution design and end-to-end delivery, while stc group provided local expertise, connectivity services and technology, including SIMs and Connectivity Management Platform⁴ (“CMP”), to support seamless deployment across the Kingdom.

2. Overview of the IoT connectivity solution
In Saudi Arabia, the solution delivers three core capabilities:

a. Regulatory-aligned, in-country connectivity services
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS establishes the contractual and operational framework required to address local telecommunications regulations, while stc group provides in-country connectivity services to comply with those regulations.

b. High-quality connectivity powered by stc group’s network and CMP
The solution uses stc group’s advanced network and CMP to provide reliable and scalable connectivity for Komatsu’s construction equipment. This enables reliable telemetry data collection and management across broad coverage areas.

c. End-to-end support, from design to build-and-run
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS provides end-to-end support from design through implementation and operations, helping Komatsu address country-specific telecommunications requirements while minimizing the need for changes to its connectivity model.

3. Looking Ahead: Scaling compliant IoT connectivity

NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will continue to collaborate with global IoT service providers and local telecommunications operators to deliver end-to-end IoT connectivity solutions that comply with local telecommunications regulations and connectivity requirements across countries and regions.
More broadly, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS is enhancing its platform capabilities under its “AI-Centric ICT Platform®⁵” vision to address the diverse IoT needs of the AI era. In line with this vision, the company continues to strengthen its service platform through the new, global-ready “Pro” plan of docomo business SIGN®⁶, a secure Network as a Service (NaaS) solution for IoT.
Through these solutions and services, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will continue to support the global expansion of customers providing advanced IoT devices and digital services, including construction equipment and automotive manufacturers.

About NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. is Japan’s leading comprehensive global ICT solutions provider. We are an Industrial and Regional AX Platformer driving digital transformation across industries and communities, enabling the development of a decentralized, autonomous, and collaborative society where businesses and communities can thrive sustainably. Our mission is to unlock new value and help create prosperity for all. For more information, please visit
https://www.ntt.com/en/index.html

About stc group:
stc group is a digital enabler, offering advanced solutions and driving a role in the digitalization process. The group provides a comprehensive suite of services encompassing digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), digital payments, digital media, and digital entertainment. The group comprises 13 subsidiaries across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.
To know more about stc group: https://www.stc.com/content/stcgroupwebsite/sa/en/who-we-are.html

^1. IoT connectivity solution: This solution is delivered by NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS as part of its broader global IoT connectivity framework, which is supported by strategic partnerships, including an agreement with Airlinq Inc. entered into in February 2026, to enable the deployment of IoT connected solutions in regulated markets.
Press Releases March 2, 2026:NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and Airlinq Form Strategic Partnership for Global IoT | NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS About Us

^2. Country with specific telecommunications regulations: a country that restricts or prohibits long-term roaming or permanent telecommunications services by foreign operators that do not hold a telecommunications license in the country.

^3. Komtrax: Komatsu’s wireless monitoring system that enables the remote collection and visualization of essential operational information from construction equipment.

^4. Connectivity Management Platform: a system used to manage and control connectivity and SIM-related information for IoT devices in a unified manner.

^5. AI-Centric ICT Platform®: a next-generation ICT platform designed for the AI era, enabling enterprises to leverage AI to fundamentally improve productivity, strengthen competitiveness, and transform their business models.

^6. docomo business SIGN®: a Network as a Service (NaaS) for IoT provided by NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, with security capabilities built in as standard features.