Component makers participate in US Tech Expo

A consortium of 20 Indian auto component manufacturing companies recently participated in a ‘Tech Expo’ with 5 global OEMs in USA.  The initiative was led by Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA).

The Tech Expo was supported by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. The expo lasted five days and was organised with the support from companies like Ford, Fiat Chrysler, Cummins, Kohler, Polaris and few tier I companies from in and around Indianapolis. More than 800 visitors came in for the show. A team of 32 delegates from 20 member companies travelled together, covering cities from Detroit to Minnesota.

Harish Lakshman, President, ACMA said the initiative of this kind was to strengthen the companies’ relationship and enhance business opportunities with the OEMs from different countries.

According to an ACMA press note, the initiative was conceptualised keeping in mind the need of International Purchase Officers (IPOs) who have been looking for innovative and cost effective procurement solutions. The expo facilitated direct interaction between OEMs and Tier I manufacturers.

ACMA had also participated at the Automechanika Dubai 2014 along with its 46 members who displayed their products at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Automechanika Middle East is one of the prime automotive trade shows in United Arab Emirates. The show featured key aftermarket products including workshop equipment, bodywork and paintwork, car wash, IT & management, tyres and batteries.