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18 Apr 2024

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2024 blends trade fair experiences with the pulse of everyday life

The sixth edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City, taking place from 20 to 22 June 2024, is set to host an impressive line-up of global industry players. More than 500 exhibitors will showcase innovative mobility solutions, advanced technologies and a wide range of automotive products and services across halls A and B of the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. The exhibition is built on mobilising domestic and international resources to serve as a platform for networking, trade, and knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration and community to drive the progression of the Vietnamese market under a backdrop of sustainability.

6 Feb 2024

How does Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City serve as a two-way gateway connecting the Vietnamese auto market to the world?

With its rapid economic growth and strategic reinforcement of its automotive supporting industries, Vietnam is becoming an increasingly compelling destination among firms eyeing international expansion. Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City sheds light on this transformation, highlighting the country’s potential as both an enticing market and a production hub. The show will return to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from 20 to 22 June 2024. It stands as both the ideal gateway into the country as well as relevant international markets, with specialised zones and a varied event programme that provide first-hand insights into the country’s growing automotive industry.

30 Jun 2023

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2023 closes to the praise of a cross-cultural sharing platform for business

Participants at Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City expressed great confidence in the Vietnamese automotive industry as many begin to lay down foundations for the upcoming technology-driven era. The trade fair took place from 23 to 25 June 2023 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. Feedback from those seeking business networking, investment and training also enjoyed the added element of entertainment that marked the fifth edition. Organisers vow to continue various forms of community outreach to build momentum in the market and tap into local business culture.

21 Jun 2023

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City opens this week with record-breaking exhibitor numbers; up 28 percent from previous high

The fifth edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is revving up to be the largest on record. During the three-day show (23 to 25 June 2023), 461 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions will present the latest products, services and technologies in the automotive industry across 15,740 sqm of the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. The major increment of participation reflects the industry’s confidence in the Vietnamese market as the country surfaces as an attractive destination for supply chain diversification.

13 Jun 2023

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2023 forms an automotive community based on key trends in Vietnam’s industry

At the halfway mark, Vietnam’s automotive industry is on track to achieve 25 percent compound annual growth (between 2020 and 2025)[1]. The rise is owed to the domestic economy bolstering demand and supportive tax incentives on production, import tariffs for vehicles, and investment on infrastructure. To support this upward trajectory, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is set to return with over 450 exhibitors, surpassing previous figures at what will be the celebratory fifth edition. From 23 to 25 June 2023 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), the show will house the latest products, services and technologies, as well as feature an impressive line-up of events for a one-of-a-kind industry gathering.

23 Feb 2023

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2023 explores Vietnam’s automotive supply chain evolution

Vietnam is in a unique position to fast-track its electric vehicle (EV) development, given its transformation in automotive manufacturing, electrification and digitalisation. In a bid to speed up the advancement nationwide, government initiatives stand to benefit the public and private sectors. The launch of the fifth edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City gathered local players leading the EV supply chain formation. The show will take place from 23 to 25 June 2023 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC).

6 Jul 2022

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 closed with strong international support across the automotive supply chain

After a two-year hiatus, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City returned as one of Vietnam’s most resilient automotive industry events. The exhibition took place from 29 June to 1 July 2022 with bolstered online services through V-Connect that successfully connected the wider global community. The show brought 173 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions together that were looking to form business partnerships with 10,112 visitors from 42 countries and regions. Praise also extended to the show’s unique range of events that vibrantly captured opportunities in the local market and offered vital educational touchpoints for aftermarket service providers.

28 Jun 2022

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 opens tomorrow as Vietnam’s first international automotive trade fair of the year

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City opens tomorrow until 1 July at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. As the first international automotive trade fair to take place in the domestic market this year, an eager response from registered participants highlights a strong desire to explore the emerging regional automotive hub. The fair will host 173 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions via a combination of 10,000 sqms at the physical exhibition and V-connect, the show’s digital platform.

15 Jun 2022

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022: The exhibition presents V-Connect for synergy across physical and online spaces

Since borders reopened in March, enthusiasm for Vietnam’s automotive market keeps growing with the organisers of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 receiving enquiries about inbound travel, visits to the fair and booth availability. To fulfil both exhibitor and visitor needs, the fair introduces a combination of physical and digital solutions. From 2 June to 1 July, the new digital platform, V-Connect, is running alongside the physical exhibition (29 June to 1 July) to offer an all-inclusive online-to-offline fringe events and networking opportunities to fairgoers.

29 Mar 2022

Vietnam fully reopens international borders; Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 ramps up business exchange and engagement

With Vietnam’s plan to reopen the borders coming into fruition, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will be one of the country’s first large-scale automotive trade fairs this year. As anticipation grows for the show’s return to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from 29 June to 1 July 2022, the organisers will plan an array of onsite fringe events and continue releasing valuable online content. The objective is to immerse the community and maintain market momentum for the local and international automotive industry.

29 Oct 2021

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 bonds the auto community with extensive all-year-round networking services

As the Vietnamese Government works to raise the international profile of the local automotive industry, there has become a growing demand for open channels of communication amongst local and overseas players, especially in the past two years due to restricted market movement. Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2022 supports this industry development through activities that seamlessly bond a wider auto community before, during and after the show. These include value-added in-person and online offerings like the revamped business matching service (Match Up), pre-show events and a series of business and networking fringe events.

15 Apr 2021

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2021 defers to yield more promising exhibition results

Prolonged global travel restrictions continue to hamper the entry of non-residential visitors into Vietnam. As an international meeting point for players in the local automotive community, the limitations of face-to-face business exchange have led to actions deferring Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2021. Originally scheduled for 30 June – 2 July, the show is now set to take place from 29 June – 1 July 2022. Stakeholders agree that an effective industry gathering would only be possible once travel restrictions ease, and they look forward to a series of pre-show events that maintain momentum in the market.

3 Nov 2020

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2021 steps into a new automotive industry era

In recent years, Vietnam’s automotive industry has grown at an average annual rate of 20 to 30 percent[1]. The improvement to corporate governance, foreign trade and investment, and relationships with international markets through bilateral agreements nurture a positive local operating environment. Companies are now seeking to expand their businesses and production bases into Vietnam. From 30 June to 2 July 2021 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will work with prominent associations to unite local and overseas players, exploring diverse opportunities in Vietnam’s auto market.

9 Jul 2020

Messe Frankfurt defers two of its trade fairs in Vietnam: Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Secutech Vietnam

As a result of flight restrictions impeding business travel to Vietnam, Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd has announced the postponement of two of its trade fairs in the country. With a respective focus on automotive services and the safety and security industry, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Secutech Vietnam, originally scheduled to take place concurrently at the Saigon Convention and Exhibition Centre this summer from 20 – 22 August, will be rescheduled to 2021.

11 May 2020

Strong industry support as Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2020 sets new show date

To safeguard both public health and business development throughout the automotive industry in the midst of the global COVID-19 outbreak, organisers of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City had announced in February to reschedule the 2020 show edition. After a careful assessment of the situation, the show will now take place from 20 to 22 August at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC). This Vietnam’s leading trade fair for the automotive service industry will heighten government incentives to speed up the localisation and growth of the domestic auto industry. The fair expects 360 local and overseas exhibitors showcasing the latest products, services and technologies.

4 Feb 2020

Messe Frankfurt’s upcoming Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Auto Maintenance & Repair Expo to be rescheduled

Messe Frankfurt has announced that two of the company’s Mobility & Logistics fairs in Asia have been postponed in the wake of the recent Novel Coronavirus outbreak. The two events include Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City (AMHCMC) and the Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR), which were originally scheduled from 5 to 7 March 2020 in Ho Chi Minh City and 15 to 18 March 2020 in Beijing respectively.

24 Jan 2020

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2020 introduces a spectrum of fringe programme events

From 5 to 7 March 2020, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is set to bring in more business-focused, workshop-packed and experience-oriented opportunities to the Vietnam automotive market. Industry players and car lovers will be able to explore top-quality products and services across 10,200 sqm of exhibition space. Fairgoers can also gain insight into a Vietnamese automotive lifestyle and culture by engaging with captivating and unparalleled fringe programme events tailored for the local auto community.

1 Nov 2019

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2020 embraces the rising made-in-Vietnam automotive market

Steering into its fourth edition, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City (AMHCMC) will rally a comprehensive automotive supply chain community for the OE (original equipment) and aftermarket by introducing the new automotive manufacturing & automation segment. The community will help drive the Vietnam automotive industry towards localisation, industrialisation and modernisation by promoting made-in-Vietnam brands. 390 international and domestic exhibitors will gather across 10,200 sqm of the exhibition floor at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from 5 to 7 March 2020.

11 Mar 2019

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2019 replied to the local commercial and passenger vehicle sectors

Now in its third edition of the show, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City continued to cement its position as one of the region’s leading trade fairs for the automotive service industry. The exhibition took place from 28 February to 2 March and shone a light on Vietnam’s dynamic service sector and many of the region’s automotive trends. Participants praised the fair’s extensive focus on the commercial vehicle sector, as well as the fun and informative fringe programme events that took place over the three-day show.

28 Feb 2019

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City opens for 2019 presenting the latest trends, expertise and automotive entertainment

Participants gear up for the 3rd edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2019, a three-day show that will be held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from 28 February to 2 March. The show is hosting 359 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions throughout 10,200 sqm of exhibition space. Visitors will find comprehensive coverage of the entire automotive supply chain across the show floor, as well as through a variety of informative fringe programme events.

1 Feb 2019

Commercial and passenger vehicles spotlight at the Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2019 fringe programme

With the 2019 edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City fast approaching, momentum towards the highly anticipated fringe programme’s new and exciting events continues to build. The programme provides essential opportunities for both visitors and exhibitors to enhance their industry knowledge and technical skills, grow business networks and explore the most up-to-date market trends.

21 Dec 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2019 expands on the use of commercial vehicles in Vietnam

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will add ‘Truck Competence’ to its growing list of exhibitor portfolios at the upcoming 2019 show, allowing visitors to quickly identify exhibitors who specialise in this area of the market. Heavily endorsed by participants, the move represents the need and expansion of the ever-growing commercial vehicle sector in Vietnam. The category will sit alongside the already established Tyre and Motorcycle Competences at the show.

4 Oct 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2019 is confirmed with industry support from near and far

Automechanika is one of the world's most prestigious trade fair brands for the automotive service industry, and next spring will see the show return once again to the very heart of Vietnam. With extended participation from international and local industry parties, the 2019 edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is set to be held from 28 February – 2 March, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC).

8 May 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2018: second edition steers the local auto industry towards international recognition

Once again, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City has proven itself as a highly efficient platform for bridging the world’s automotive industry players together with the evolving auto service sector in Vietnam. After the ever-growing Automechanika brand firmly sunk its post in the country for the first time last year, the show’s second edition closed its doors in April to the tune of 8,504 visitors (+6%) and 360 international exhibitors (+5.5%), who converged across 9,200 sqm of exhibition space.

23 Apr 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2018 opens, shining a light on Vietnam’s promising automotive service industry

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City (AMHCMC) 2018, the leading regional trade fair for Vietnam’s automotive service sector, will open its doors at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Vietnam from 25 – 27 April.

10 Apr 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City demonstrates its capabilities with a highly anticipated 2018 fringe programme

Three weeks from now, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City (AMHCMC), the leading international business platform for the automotive service sector in Vietnam will open at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Vietnam from 25 – 27 April. A year after the successful conclusion of its debut show, the 2018 edition will once again connect local and international industry players from the automotive sector, including approximately 360 exhibitors and 8,500 visitors from around the world.

27 Feb 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City introduces new Tyre Competence product category to reflect Vietnam’s healthy tyre prospects

The upcoming edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will debut its new Tyre Competence, a dedicated exhibitor categorisation which will sit alongside the shows already established Motorcycle Competence. This addition will specially highlight exhibitors with products and services relating to tyres, wheels and rims during the show, allowing visiting buyers to quickly identify the most relevant exhibiting brands for an improved sourcing experience.

2 Jan 2018

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City announces strategic partnership with LIQUI MOLY ahead of 2018 edition

The organisers of next year’s Automechanika show in Ho Chi Minh City have announced a new strategic partnership with German automotive chemicals giant LIQUI MOLY. The company has joined the partnership programme of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City, which assists global industry players in breaking into the growing Vietnamese automotive market. Through this platform, LIQUI MOLY will have the opportunity to work alongside the show organisers to develop its brand awareness and marketing opportunities in Vietnam, as well as boost its cooperation with local workshops and car manufacturers.

23 Oct 2017

Thriving trade between Vietnam and Germany replicated at Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2018

With Germany sitting at the top of the pile in terms of Vietnamese automotive imports, and thanks to support from the country’s Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, a dedicated German country pavilion will debut at the upcoming edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City. As Vietnam’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive service industry, the fair will take place from 25 – 27 April 2018, when over 8,500 trade buyers will converge with around 360 worldwide exhibitors and key industry players, from all corners of the automotive service sector.

4 Aug 2017

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City looks to build on successful inaugural edition with even bigger show planned for 2018

The second edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will open its doors once again from 25 – 27 April 2018, with an even more ambitious show planned following a successful first year. The three day fair has now become Vietnam’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive service industry, which is complimenting the country’s position as a frontier for growth within the sector. Organised by Messe Frankfurt, Chan Chao International Co Ltd and Yorkers Exhibition Service Vietnam, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City 2018 is expected to house 360 exhibitors and welcome 8,500 visitors at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

27 Apr 2017

Inaugural Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is resounding success

The first edition and Vietnam’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive service industry, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City, wrapped up its first successful exhibition. Co-organised by Messe Frankfurt, Chan Chao International Co Ltd and Yorkers Exhibition Service Vietnam, the show was held from 15 – 17 March 2017 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. The debut exhibition welcomed 8,019 visitors from 52 countries and regions. The 9,200 sqm exhibition space housed 341 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions, including: Bulgaria, China, Germany, Greece, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Poland, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the UAE, the US and Vietnam. Six countries and regions also organised international pavilions: China, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand.

15 Mar 2017

Automechanika opens its door to the fast-developing Vietnam automotive service industry

The renowned Automechanika fair is accomplishing another milestone by furthering its reach into the ASEAN region. The 16th member of this leading industrial trade fair for the global automotive section, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City, opens its door today to the promising Vietnamese market from 15 – 17 March 2017 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Vietnam. Over 8,000 professional trade visitors and buyers are expected to attend the three-day event.

13 Feb 2017

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City receives overwhelming response from the global automotive industry

Automechanika, one of the largest industry-leading automotive exhibitions in the world, is landing in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam from 15 – 17 March 2017. Co-organised by Messe Frankfurt, Chan Chao International Co Ltd and Yorkers Exhibition Service Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh City edition is expected to house 350 international exhibitors and welcome 8,000 global visitors, under the roof of a 9,200 sqm exhibition space in Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC).

14 Sep 2016

Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City debuts in March 2017

The first edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will debut on 15 March 2017. The three-day show aims to become Vietnam’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive service industry. Organised by Messe Frankfurt, Chan Chao International Co Ltd and Yorkers Exhibition Service Vietnam, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City is expected to house 350 exhibitors and welcome 8,000 visitors at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center.

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