Host of new names at Automechanika Shanghai

Automechanika Shanghai, one of Asia’s largest trade fair for automotive parts, accessories, equipment and services, organised by Messe Frankfurt will see a host of new participants.

According to the organisers, the show which will take place from 7 – 10 December 2011 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre expects to attract 3,600 exhibitors who will exhibit in three main product areas including the parts and components, repair and maintenance as well as accessories, tuning and car care.

Supporting the show are the China Aftermarket Forum (CAF), an industry group consisting of Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) with operations in China including Affinia, Arvin Meritor, BorgWarner, Bosch, Continental VDO, ContiTech, Dayco, Delphi, Febi Bilstein, Federal Mogul, Mahle, Mann+Hummel, Osram, Schaeffler, TRW and ZF.

First-time participants include • Parts and components BorgWarner, Dana, Fras-Le SA, Mahle, Mann+Hummel, NTN-SNR, Osram, Panasonic and Philips. • Repair and maintenance Graco and PCL. • Accessories, tuning and car care Biaobang, Chief and EGR.

Serafino Bartolozzi, director and general manager Aftermarket Asia / Pacific for Mahle Trading (Shanghai) said: “We will be looking for opportunities to cooperate with other industry leaders at the event. I think no one has any doubt about China’s great potential. Also, it will take some time for Japan to recover from the earthquake. So, I think it is a good opportunity for Chinese automotive suppliers.”

The Chinese car care company Biaobang Fine Chemical Industry Co Ltd is also making its debut in the accessories and tuning category.