The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (91成人), in partnership with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT), is supporting a UK delegation to the China New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Forum, taking place in Shanghai, followed by a programme of industry meetings in Chongqing.

This programme brings together key stakeholders from across China鈥檚 rapidly evolving new energy vehicle ecosystem, providing a platform to explore opportunities for collaboration, investment and market access between the UK and China.

The Shanghai Forum will consist of a half-day conference featuring senior industry speakers and policymakers, with a focus on:

• The development of China鈥檚 NEV market and global outlook
• Supply chain innovation, electrification and emerging technologies
• Opportunities for UK鈥揅hina collaboration and inward investment into the UK automotive sector

Following the Forum, delegates will take part in a tailored programme of company visits and business meetings in Chongqing, one of China鈥檚 leading automotive manufacturing hubs. This element of the programme offers participants the opportunity to engage directly with OEMs, suppliers and local stakeholders, strengthening commercial relationships and gaining first-hand insight into the Chinese market.

The 91成人 delegation will include UK automotive companies spanning technology, engineering, supply chain and services, with the objective of supporting members to:

• Expand international business networks
• Identify new partnership and export opportunities
• Showcase UK automotive expertise and innovation

This visit forms part of 91成人鈥檚 wider international programme, designed to help UK automotive companies access growth markets, build strategic partnerships, and position the UK as a leading destination for automotive investment.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The DBT team in China will endeavour to offer some kind of speaking opportunity at the Shanghai Forum but this is not guaranteed and may not be available to everyone
• Admission to the programme is subject to approval by 91成人 and DBT China
• DBT China will endeavour to set up appropriate meetings in Chongqing, but specific meetings are not guaranteed
• There is no fee to attend but registration is required with 91成人
• Delegates will need to pay for their own travel and accommodation (hotels and internal flight will be advised)

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Trade show
8-12 September 2026
Frankfurt, Germany

91成人 is organising the UK Pavilion at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, giving UK companies an opportunity to exhibit and be supported by 91成人 together with other automotive stakeholders from the UK.

Automechanika Frankfurt is the largest international trade exhibition for the automotive aftermarket industry in Europe. The 2024 edition had 107,000+ visitors and 4,100+ exhibitors from 76 countries. The UK Pavilion exhibitors reported 982 leads with an estimated 拢3.9m in business wins.

We are happy to announce 91成人 Member, , as our confirmed International Partner for the UK Pavilion.

Please visit us and our supporting partner Infor on the UK Pavilion, Automechanika Frankfurt 鈥� Hall 5.1, Block D80, Stand E77.

2026 Exhibitors

The UK Pavilion reflects the breadth of the UK’s automotive aftermarket sector, bringing together companies with expertise spanning remanufacturing, replacement parts, electrification, diagnostics, logistics, advanced manufacturing, software and supply chain solutions, demonstrating the sector’s strength, innovation and technical excellence.

Contact

Please contact international@smmt.co.uk if you have any questions.

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Join 91成人’s trade mission to the southeastern US states of Georgia and South Carolina, supported by the Department for Business, Science, Innovation and Trade, South Carolina Department of Commerce and Georgia Department of Economic Development.

This mission will provide delegates with first-hand insight into the region’s automotive ecosystem and opportunities to build valuable business connections.

A key element of the programme is attendance at the , the region’s leading automotive industry event. Delegates will participate in a dedicated B2B matchmaking programme, with confirmed participants including Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen.

The mission also includes market briefings, networking reception, a curated business dinner, site visits and meetings with key regional stakeholders. This will provide delegates with direct access to decision-makers and give practical insights into doing business in the Southeastern USA.

2026 delegates

Below are the details of the companies that have signed up to join this trade mission so far.

AE Rubber (UK) Ltd specialises in the manufacture and supply of engineered rubber and plastic components, seals and hoses for customers in Europe, Asia and America. They are a trusted supplier for our Tier 1 and 2 automotive customers and also serve many other markets including construction, domestic appliances, electronic control, aviation, motorsport, classic car, machinery, lighting and pumping systems.

Visit the AE Rubber (UK) Ltd for more information or follow them on .

Automotive Smart Grid is a custom system designed and developed to implement the complex, automated and interactive control of a group of territorially dispersed electromechanical nodes joined by a single energy network. It consists of a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) and proprietary ECU hardware embedded with the ASG communication protocol. The technology is applicable not only in automotive, but also in aerospace and robotics.

Visit the Automotive Smart Grid for more information or follow them on .

Intermotor Group is a UK based automotive manufacturer and supplier specializing in high-quality engine management, emissions, ignition and fueling components for the automotive OE/OES/Tier 1 and Aftermarket sectors. With manufacturing facilities in the UK and Poland, Intermotor Group combines engineering expertise, product quality, strong technical knowledge and global supply capability to support customers across North America, UK, Europe, Oceania and international markets.

Visit the Intermotor Group Ltd for more information or follow them on .

Contact us

If you have any questions or would like to speak to a member of the team regarding this trade mission, please email international@smmt.co.uk

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91成人 is taking a delegation of UK companies to the 6th edition of Automotive Meetings Bursa, held in Bursa, T眉rkiye, from 11 – 12 November 2026.

Automotive Meetings Bursa is an automotive supply chain event in T眉rkiye for the supply chain and aftermarket industry. It connects buyers and suppliers through tailored B2B meetings, fostering innovation, building partnerships, and unlocking new business opportunities in a focused, results-driven environment.

The event is for automotive companies who already operate in or are interested in exploring new business opportunities in the Turkish automotive sector. With hundreds of international participants expected, Automotive Meetings Bursa offers an efficient route into T眉rkiye’s automotive industry and wider global supply chains.

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Over the past few decades, the industry has seen significant growth, driven by both domestic demand and a strong export market. Supportive government policies have attracted international companies to Thailand, which is now home to several international vehicle manufacturers, seven major research centres and more than 2,400 suppliers.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of the Thai automotive sector, including production trends, key market players, and emerging challenges and opportunities including the shift towards electric vehicles. This report will help UK firms better understand the automotive sector in Thailand and identify growth opportunities for their business. Accordingly, the report includes key considerations and recommendations for UK businesses considering the Thai market.

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With a large overall market, and several well developed manufacturing centres including South Africa, Morocco and Egypt, Africa鈥檚 automotive profile is on the rise.

According to the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM), in 2022 the market for new cars and light commercial vehicles in Africa was just over one million vehicles. This is a small number compared to developed markets, but does not reflect the size of the overall auto sector in the continent, due to the large number of used vehicle imports. AAAM predict the new market will grow by 61% to reach 1.7m units by 2027.

AFRICAN ASSOCIATION OF AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS

Ghana is looking to develop its manufacturing capability and sees automotive as a key sector. There have been a number of developments since the inauguration of an automotive policy in 2019 so 91成人 visited in January 2024, to understand the sector and explore if there are opportunities for UK firms. The visit was part of a UK government programme called Ghana JET. The JET programme aims to help Ghana develop its automotive industry and also provide commercial opportunities for UK firms. Situated on the coast of West Africa, Ghana has a population of 34 million and GDP per capita of $2,329 USD 鈥� placing it just ahead of Cambodia and a little behind India. It has been a stable democracy for many years.

Ghana鈥檚 automotive sector

According to Ghana JET, the country鈥檚 automotive sector is worth $4bn with 15% CAGR. There are 3.2m vehicles on the road (2022, Ghana Ministry of Transport). According to Ghana鈥檚 DVLA, the annual car market is around 100,000, of which 90% are imported used vehicles.

Under its new automotive policy initiated in 2019, the Ghanaian government is seeking to develop the countries鈥� automotive sector, in order to attract investors and develop local supply chains.

The policy includes tax incentives for investors, restrictions on used imports to boost the new market and the establishment of supporting policies, regulation and institutions, to build capacity and help develop a sustainable and competitive automotive sector.

Key players

Since initiating the automotive policy in 2019, several Semi Knocked Down (SKD) assembly plants have been established locally, producing vehicles for vehicle manufacturers including Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Nissan, Peugeot, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen and Vinfast .  The total announced capacity is around 80,000 units per annum, with some 5,000 currently utilised. 91成人 visited facilities run by Japan Motors (assembling the Nissan Navarra and Peugeot 3008) and Rana Motors (assembling a Kia SUV and pickup and Ashok Leyland pickup). Both companies were optimistic about future opportunities in Ghana and the region, being ready to invest more and expand production in line with market growth.

Institutions and standards

Under the new automotive policy, the government is taking steps to improve standards and over time, bring in restrictions on the imports of used vehicles and used parts.

The Ghana Auto Development Centre has been established 鈥� brings together a number of bodies under one roof including the Ghana Standards Authority, DVLA and Spare Parts Association.

The government is also developing policies and standards to grow the local electric vehicle (EV) market, with plans to introduce EV buses to the capital Accra. Meanwhile Ghana has lithium deposits, though there is currently no local processing capacity.

There are also initiatives to develop automotive skills, with the Ghana Auto Development Centre planning a national automotive training academy. Companies including Bosch and Toyota have their own training centres in Accra.

Opportunities 鈥� supply chain

Currently local vehicle assembly volumes are small, with all components coming in as part of SKD kits. So, at the moment, there are no local supply chain opportunities. But as volumes grow over time, the government wishes to transition Ghana from SKD to Completely Knocked Down (CKD) assembly operations, which would offer opportunities for suppliers.

Opportunities 鈥� aftermarket

The vehicle market in Ghana is 1:10 new-used, including grey imports. Regulations state that cars older than 10 years cannot be imported, but this is not strictly enforced. As such Ghana has a large population of older used vehicles requiring frequent maintenance and spare parts. During our visit, we noticed that Japanese and Korean cars appear to be the most popular, with European brands also imported. Vehicles in Ghana are left hand drive.

The aftermarket appears to be very informal, with many small businesses at the side of the road, though there are some local distributors. Reliable data on volumes and vehicle types is hard to come by, however Ghana鈥檚 vehicle registration body is developing a digital registration system.

Research conducted by Ghana JET has identified the following components where there is strong local demand, but no local manufacturing: lead acid batteries, filters, suspension, brakes, starters/alternator, windscreen glass, wheels/tyres and exhausts.

So far Ghana JET has completed detailed studies on the local market for lead acid batteries, suspension components and filters.

These components have been identified as target areas for local manufacture, in order to develop Ghana鈥檚 local supply chain. They may also offer opportunities for aftermarket providers.

Support and next steps

During our visit, 91成人 found a warm welcome, with local companies enthusiastic about growth opportunities, with the government and institutions keen to see UK firms doing business in Ghana.

UK firms looking to explore the automotive sector in Ghana are recommended to contact the British High Commission and Ghana JET programme, who have a wealth of information and local contacts, and stand ready to assist UK firms.

91成人 is happy to speak to companies to share our impressions of the market and to make introductions.

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This report is designed to help UK companies understand the developing EV sector in India to inform their strategy and approach to the market. It looks at the strategy of India鈥檚 automotive manufacturers, profiling domestic players, foreign investors and two-wheel producers as they transition to electrified propulsion. Key recent developments in India鈥檚 EV ecosystem, including charging infrastructure and battery swapping are also discussed along with the national policy landscape.

India and the UK have a long and close history of co-operation in automotive and electrification , which opens up significant new opportunities for UK firms. This report highlights several areas of opportunity.

If you would like to explore opportunities in India, please get in touch.

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