2012 Taipei AMPA and AutoTronics Taipei set new records
2012/10/12 | By Quincy LiangFor four days record numbers attended the two shows that offered nearly everything about auto parts and accessories. The 28th Taipei International Auto Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA 2012) and the seventh International Automobile Electronics Show (AutoTronics Taipei) were held jointly at the Nangang Exhibition Hall and at TWTC Hall 1 (Area A) from April 11-14.
Following the massive earthquake and tsunami in 2011, there was a 30% increase in Japanese buyers this year, TAITRA said. In addition to both new and returning buyers from the United States, Europe and Japan, there were also many newcomers from South Asia (India and Pakistan), Russia and the Middle East (especially Egypt). According to TAITRA's survey findings, most buyers said product innovation at both Taipei AMPA and AutoTronics Taipei was the major reason they returned. Ninety percent of buyers were very satisfied with the show, according to the official post-event report.
Biggest Ever
The record 1,052 exhibitors and 2,841 booths once again showed that together these two shows are one of the largest automotive parts events in Asia and one of the leading fairs of its kind in the world. This year the Taipei AMPA, organized by TAITRA, and AutoTronics Taipei, organized by TAITRA and Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA), focused on energy saving and smart technologies.
As a response to last year's show where the high turnout left hundreds of exhibitors with insufficient venue space at the Nankang Hall, this year 300 additional booths were set up at the TWTC Exhibition Hall 1, Area A.
Highly Internationalized: An Overview of the International Pavilions
The scale of the Foreign Products Area grew 13%, according to TAITRA. National pavilions were set up by the Philippines, Thailand, Japan, South Korea and China. The main attraction of Taiwan for these international participants was the event's marketability due to the tremendous potential of Taiwan's auto parts and electronics sectors, the show organizer said.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a rising star in the global auto parts industry due both to the massive demand created by China's auto manufacturing industry and its importance in global trading. This year Hong Kong had 20 booths.
United States
Highly successful auto parts makers from the United States, such as Winbo USA, Big Roc Tools and Waiglobal, showcased their cutting-edge products at 2012 Taipei AMPA & AutoTronics Taipei.
Innovations & Smart Tech
The 2012 Taipei AMPA & Autotronics Taipei offered a vast selection of energy-saving LED automotive lights, new materials, the latest in engine parts, suspensions, transmissions, brakes, tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), maintenance equipment, pneumatic tools, tires and rims, and automotive accessories.
At this year's two-in-one event, four new exhibition areas were set up: "Tuning and Restyling," "Engine Parts," "Chassis Systems" and "Automotive Frames and Parts.” These areas were in addition to the original ones: "Auto Parts," "Auto Accessories," "Tuning Equipment," "Repair and Maintenance," "Automotive Electronics Finished Products," "Automotive Electronics Components" and "Foreign Exhibitors." Together, these exhibition areas show the comprehensiveness of the auto parts supply and value chains on the island.
This year's event featured many big local names such as TYC Brother, DEPO, Eagle Eyes, Gordon, JUST TOP, Sonar, Sirius, Nan Hoang and Hota. These famous Taiwanese makers showcased their latest eye-catching products such as LED auto lights that meet environmental needs, engines featuring new materials and qualities, suspension systems, driveline systems, brake systems, TPMS, maintenance equipment, air tools, tires and wheels, and auto accessories.
Vehicle safety was the focus of 103 exhibitors and 222 booths. These exhibitors include the Taiwan Automotive Research Consortium Pavilion, Mobiletron,
Tung Thih, E-LEAD, WHETRON and GWINSTEK who showcased the latest automotive-electronics components and systems for automobile frames, automotive semiconductors, inspection equipment and services, and in-car entertainment and security systems. Taiwan is the perfect match for these technologies: electronics, its largest industry sector, makes it a natural choice for the manufacturing of information and communication technology (ICT).
Thanks to its reputation as a leading event in Asia, the 2012 Taipei AMPA and Autotronics Taiwan attracted record numbers of foreign buyers, including representatives from companies with annual revenues of more than US$50 million: Michelin U.K., BMW Germany, Mitsubishi Philippines, Behr GMBH of Germany, FAW Auto Group of China, Valeo France, Lordco Parts of Canada, Leopold Kostal GMBH of Germany, Wabco Fahrzeugsysteme GMBH, Hama GMBH, Nissan Automobile, Autonet Import of Romania and Radec S.A of Mexico. TAITRA also helped to organize a series of one-to-one trade meetings to create more lucrative business opportunities for buyers and exhibitors. Approximately 800 talks involving some 100 participating companies were arranged this year, according to TAITRA.
2012 Taipei AMPA & AutoTronics Taipei Profile | |||||
Description | 2013* | 2012 | 2011 | ||
Exhibitors | 1,100 | 5% | 1,052 | 1,027 | |
Booths | 3,000 | 6% | 2,841 | 2,701 | |
Visitors | International | 6,500 | 8% | 6,027 | 5,262 |
Domestic | 45,000 | 13% | 39,986 | 24,401 | |
* Estimated. |
2012 Taipei AMPA/AutoTronics Taipei Exhibitor Profile | ||
Rank | Country | No. of Booths |
1 | Taiwan | 2,644 |
2 | Mainland China | 110 |
3 | Hong Kong | 17 |
4 | Korea | 13 |
5 | Japan | 12 |
6 | Thailand | 12 |
7 | Malaysia | 9 |
8 | Philippines | 8 |
9 | United States | 6 |
10 | Indonesia | 4 |
11 | India | 2 |
12 | Vietnam | 2 |
13 | Mexico | 1 |
Source: TAITRA. |
2012 Taipei AMPA/AutoTronics Taipei Exhibitor Profile | ||
Zoning | No. of Exhibitors | No. of Booths |
Auto Parts Area | 406 | 1,320 |
Auto Accessories Area | 164 | 478 |
Automobile Frames & Parts Area | 6 | 9 |
Engine Parts Area | 11 | 36 |
Chassis Systems Area | 11 | 43 |
Repair & Maintenance Area | 74 | 206 |
Tuning & Restyling Area | 99 | 321 |
Automobile Electronic Products Area | 76 | 174 |
Automobile Electronic Components & Parts Area | 27 | 48 |
Foreign Products Area & China Pavilion | 167 | 196 |
Media & Association Area | 11 | 10 |
Total | 1,052 | 2,841 |
Source: TAITRA. |