Under the patronage of the Ministry of Investment, H.H. Prince Bader bin Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud and Mr. Ammar Altaf, Assistant Deputy Minister, have officially opened the sixth edition of Automechanika Riyadh
Key topics to be explored at the three-day showcase include Innovations in Smart Mobility within the Kingdom, Enabling Sustainability Mobility through EV Charging Infrastructure in KSA, and Growth Opportunities in the GCC Automotive Aftermarket
The event will feature a record number of exhibitors, with more than 340 from 26 countries and over 8,000 visitors expected
Riyadh, KSA: Automechanika Riyadh, the highly anticipated trade show for the Saudi Arabian automotive market, has been officially inaugurated by H.H. Prince Bader bin Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud and Mr. Ammar Altaf, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Investment
The event takes place from today, 30 April, to Thursday, 2 May 2024, at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC)
During the official ribbon-cutting and tour, both H.H. Prince Bader bin Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud and Mr. Altaf visited several of the 340 participating companies, a 448% increase in exhibitor numbers compared to the last edition of the show, while spanning three halls and occupying over 11,000 square metres of exhibition space
This was followed by a keynote speech by Mr. Altaf, part of the Automechanika Riyadh Academy, in which he outlined the Ministry’s role in regulating, developing, and promoting domestic and foreign investment in the Kingdom and protecting investors’ rights
More than 26 countries will be represented at the exhibition, including six country pavilions, including China, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Korea, and Singapore. Countries including Germany, the UK, the United States, Japan, India, and Pakistan will also be represented, giving Automechanika Riyadh a truly international flavour business profile
Closer to home, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar will have a significant presence, with KSA exhibitors taking over 25% of the total exhibition space and featuring several first-time Saudi exhibitors
Bilal Al Barmawi, CEO and Founder of 1st Arabia Trade Shows & Conferences, said: “With more than 8,000 visitors expected and a record number of exhibitors, Automechanika Riyadh stands as the leading exhibition for Saudi Arabia’s automotive aftermarket. This year, we are presenting cutting-edge innovations that are defining the sector and providing an unmatched venue for networking, educational opportunities, and business dealings”
Aly Hefny, Show Manager, Automechanika Riyadh, Messe Frankfurt Middle East, added: “The next three days promise to be a catalyst for the future of the automotive aftermarket in the region and globally. This impact is amplified by our international reach, the exceptional calibre of exhibitors showcased, and insights from world-class speakers, making it a game-changing event for the industry worldwide”
The Automechanika Riyadh Academy will take place throughout the three-day exhibition, featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions and market updates under two themes: Accelerating KSA’s Mobility and Way Forward – KSA’s Automotive Aftermarket
Other sessions on the opening day as part of the Academy, which is held under two distinct themes, Accelerating KSA’s Mobility and Way Forward—KSA’s Automotive Aftermarket, included insights from Frost & Sullivan’s Robin Joffe, Partner & Managing Director, Middle East, Africa & South Asia, and Mark Notkin, Chief Innovation Officer, Petromin Corporation, who discussed leveraging electrification for sustainable mobility
James Luxbacher, Chief Business Development Officer, SIXT KSA, provided insights into innovations in smart mobility within the Kingdom, focusing on Integrated Smart Transportation Systems, the adoption of Electric and Autonomous Vehicles and digital platforms and mobility services
Automechanika Riyadh features eight product categories which include Parts & Components, Electronics & Systems, Accessories & Customising, Tyres & Batteries, Car Wash & Care, Oils & Lubricants, Diagnostics & Repair and Body Paint. The event is one of 14 Automechanika events worldwide and is licensed to 1st Arabia Tradeshows & Conferences by Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH
Picture Caption: (L-R) Under the patronage of the Ministry of Investment, H.H. Prince Bader bin Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud and Mr. Ammar Altaf, Assistant Deputy Minister, have officially opened the sixth edition of Automechanika Riyadh
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About Automechanika Riyadh
Automechanika Riyadh, licensed by Messe Frankfurt GmbH, will take place from 30 April – 2 May 2024 at Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. This will be the 6th edition of Automechanika in Saudi Arabia as the leading exhibition dedicated to the automotive aftermarket industry in the Kingdom. The dedicated exhibition is one of 14 instalments of Automechanika – the most successful and largest automotive aftermarket exhibition brand in the world
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About 1st Arabia
1st Arabia Tradeshows & Conferences is a leading exhibition & conference organizer in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Headquartered in Riyadh, 1st Arabia has regional offices in Jordan and is set to expand its operations in more countries regionally. 1st Arabia organizes top international trade exhibitions and conferences that provide unparalleled networking and business opportunities for companies looking to excel and grow within the Kingdom. Apart from conducting quality and high profile B2B trade fairs, country specific shows, corporate events, conferences, events management and festivals, 1st Arabia also provides a complete marketing tool and exhibition solutions to their valued clients. 1st Arabia is the only MICE organization in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia who is a member of the International Organizations like IAEE, ICCA, UFI , MPI PCMA , SISO and, UFI
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