International. From November 29 to December 2, 2023, Automechanika Shanghai will open its 18th edition, hosting more than 5,300 exhibitors in more than 300,000 square meters of the National Convention and Exhibition Center (Shanghai).
Recognized globally as one of the most influential platforms for the automotive industry, the expo remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting business growth and navigating market transformation. Among some 60 complementary events, the first International Automotive Industry Conference 2023, presented by Automechanika Shanghai, will be a highlight; It includes a series of events that focus on developments and advancements within specific sectors.
Overall, this year's supplementary program will feature industry experts, thought leaders and high-level representatives from around the world. The events are expected to amplify the rapid advancements in technology and the macro-operating environment in different global automotive markets.
The show, which delves into key supply chain sectors, is set to reveal the industry's most pressing issues as the 2023 International Automotive Industry Conference, presented by Automechanika Shanghai, takes center stage.
The event will explore the growing influence of new energy vehicles (NEVs), electrification and digitalisation, and how the industrial chain, market, policies and regulations are adapting based on these trends. The international attraction is meant to generate interesting discussions about opportunities for collaboration between countries and regions, as well as address some market challenges.
Dr. Qing Ding, founding partner of Shentou Capital, will moderate the conference, which will bring together leading automotive parts companies such as Bilstein, Bosch, Rheinmetall, Tieliu, and more.
One such speaker, Mr. Sun Xiaohong, Secretary-General of the Automobile Division of the China Chamber of Commerce for Imports and Exports of Machinery and Electronic Products, will take the lead and share an analysis of the import and export of vehicles and auto parts and components. .
Other topics include: the global business strategies of major top-tier suppliers and prospects on the Chinese market; how parts and components suppliers can improve their businesses efficiently under electrification and digitalization; A long-term perspective of transformation in the global automotive supply chain.
The public can stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving automotive industry thanks to this range of future-focused topics.
Specialists from China and Europe will consider the development of NEV as the catalyst for transformation, upgrading and decarbonization and share case studies on environmental protection. For example, Mr. Robert L Galyen, former CTO of Contemporary Amperex Technology, will attend this forum as one of the speakers. He is part of a prestigious group of experts in battery energy storage and scientific engineering.
Topics at the forum include: the applications and innovations of lithium batteries in new energy vehicles; a model of the hydrogen vehicle value chain; update on the development of charging stations in Europe; the influence of the new EU Battery Regulation on new energy vehicles and batteries; A New Energy Future: Hydrogen Batteries vs. Lithium Batteries.
Given the technological and mechanical differences of NEVs (compared to traditional fuel vehicles), it's only natural that industry-wide transformations are taking place throughout the supply chain. Speakers such as Ms. Lang Xuehong, Deputy Secretary-General of China Automobile Dealers Association and Director of Industry Coordination, Secretary-General of the Industry Coordination and Development Committee, and Mr. Wang Songtao, Regional President of Automotive Aftermarket, Asia Pacific, Robert Bosch GmbH, as well as decision-makers from leading repair companies, They will delve into topics such as the following:
-An analysis of the main automotive aftermarket globally
• Changes in automotive spare parts distribution channels across Europe
-The evolution of digitalization drives the growth of spare parts sales in the aftermarket
-Navigating the development of automotive spare parts distribution in China
• The integration of traditional maintenance and the aftermarket for new energy vehicles
-Used Vehicle Development & Strategy Forum 2023 (December 1)
-The experts will evaluate the business opportunities arising from the circulation of used vehicles.
Key topics include: a review and forecast of China's used car export market; trends in the automotive markets of the Middle East and Africa; The advantages and challenges of exporting.
