As
ACMA Automechanika New Delhi edges closer to its opening, the country’s leading
trade fair for the automotive aftermarket is fast moving towards being
completely sold-out. The trade fair is scheduled to take place from February 14 to
17, 2018 in Halls 7A-E, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 12A of Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
Confirmations
from leading aftermarket manufacturers include Mansons International Pvt Ltd,
Minda Distribution and Services Ltd, Ample Auto Tech Pvt Ltd, Elofic Industries
Ltd, Him Teknoforge Ltd, Bosch Ltd, Silver Muller Rubber Ltd, Liqui Moly Gmbh
among others, shows the 2019 edition will break all records of 2017.
Leading
580 auto component manufacturers from 13 countries have confirmed their
participation in the show. Organisers expect another record-breaking opening in
2019 and high engagement with buyers and sellers from across the world.
Giving
a background of the event, Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMA said, “ACMA
Automechanika New Delhi is one of the key aftermarket shows in India. We are
excited with the response we have received from the participants so far and are
looking forward to a power packed event this year. The aftermarket in India
grew by 9.8 percent to Rs 61,601 crore (USD 9.2 billion) in 2017-18 from Rs.56,
096 (USD 8.4 billion) in 2016-17. We are hoping for a highly engaging event
with buyers and sellers from across the world.
Raj
Manek, Executive Director and Board Member of Messe Frankfurt Asia Holding Ltd:
“The automotive market is witnessing rapid technological transformation. In
tune, regulatory changes in India are also redefining the domestic aftermarket.
As organisers, we strive to bring these transformative technologies to the show
floor and are looking forward to yet another record-breaking opening in 2019.”
The
2019 edition, will be spread across 11 halls, 19,500 sqm showcasing an array of
automotive Parts & Components, Electronics & Systems, Accessories &
Customising, Repair& Maintenance, Management & Digital Solutions and
Car Wash, Care & Reconditioning of trusted aftermarket brands from over 580
exhibitors from 13 countries. Bringing in the right mix of international
expertise, the fourth edition will host contingents from Belgium, China, Dubai,
Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Taiwan, the UAE, the U.K.
and the USA who will represent the show’s stronger attention on digital
automotive innovations and advancements.
That
apart, leading trade bodies including All India Automobile Workshops
Association, Federation of All India Auto Parts Dealers’ Associations in India,
ASA – Federal Association of the Manufacturers and Importers of Automobile
Service Equipment (Germany) ZDK – German Federation for Motor Trades and
Repairs (Germany) have extended their support to ACMA Automechanika New Delhi.
The event will also witness seminars and convergence of association members on
all show days. In addition, the organisers are planning an industry conference,
which aims to cover themes underpinned on Indian automotive market
developments.
Source: ACMA Automechanika