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These are in-depth pre- and post-show reports on major international trade fairs, held in Taiwan and other countries with significant participation by Taiwanese manufacturers and exporters. They are offered to help global buyers and other readers better understand what is going on at the fairs and the latest offerings by Taiwanese exhibitors.


Smart City Summit and Expo kicks off, hybrid show boasts pre-covid numbers</h2>

Smart City Summit and Expo kicks off, hybrid show boasts pre-covid numbers

Mar 24, 2021

Taipei Computer Association Chairman Paul Peng said the 2021 Smart City Summit and Expo could reach buyers in over 150 countries through offline and virtual exhibitions. Foreign buyers could make up over 70% of total visitors and bring in 600,000 online viewership. During the show's opening ceremony, Peng said in his remarks that even if the upper half of 2021 is still uncertain due to COVID-1...


The 16th edition of Automechanika Shanghai 2020 closes, brokering new automotive trade fair experiences </h2>

The 16th edition of Automechanika Shanghai 2020 closes, brokering new automotive trade fair experiences

Dec 09, 2020

Rounding up a unique year, Automechanika Shanghai’s physical fair closes its doors after successfully engaging with players worldwide through its hybrid platform, AMS Live. These onsite-to-online activities presented dynamic opportunities to reconnect the automotive ecosystem and further stimulate industry recovery. Preliminary participation figures portray the eagerness from companies to get ba...


Automechanika Shanghai 2020 opens tomorrow, jump starting the resumption of trade fairs for the automotive industry</h2>

Automechanika Shanghai 2020 opens tomorrow, jump starting the resumption of trade fairs for the automotive industry

Dec 04, 2020

For the first time, Automechanika Shanghai establishes hybrid gateways for onsite and overseas players accessing one of the most valuable assemblies for the automotive industry in 2020. Under the prevailing “Dual Circulation” policy in China, the show’s new format opens up wider sourcing, networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities to address evolving market needs. While it physically opens to...


1-on-1 Virtual Procurement Sessions on Day 1 of Taipei AMPA, removing restrictions on location and time for local and global buyers to get in touch. (Photo taken by Lin Yu-shuan)

2020 Taipei AMPA Post-Show Report

Nov 09, 2020

Preface The three-in-one Taipei AMPA wrapped up on Oct. 24 at the Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. According to TAITRA’s statistics, the four-day event attracted approximately 6,000 professional visitors, including representatives from Tesla Taiwan, TOYOTA, FORD, NISSAN, the joint EV venture between Foxconn and Yulon, and Michelin Tires. Unlike previous events, TAITRA organized a virtual e...


Online sourcing meetings connected buyers from afar to exhibitors at the show

Hybrid AMPA Show Shines Under the Bright Lights of the Automotive World

Oct 29, 2020

The first ever physical-virtual hybrid Taipei AMPA series show wrapped up this Saturday (October 24) after four days of exhibition and events under the global automotive spotlight. Over 6,000 buyers attended the physical show, including Tesla, Toyota, Ford, and other major auto brands sending representatives to secure deals with exhibitors, and over 3,700 total viewers tuned in for forums, new pr...


Automechanika Shanghai 2020 reveals online tools to navigate current trends and post-pandemic opportunities</h2>

Automechanika Shanghai 2020 reveals online tools to navigate current trends and post-pandemic opportunities

Sep 01, 2020

Ms Fiona Chiew, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, reflected that: “As the industry starts to spring back from the effects of COVID-19, we believe that highly influential platforms like Automechanika Shanghai play a crucial role rejuvenating the market. It is our mission to help players unlock their potential. Therefore, we are continuing to realign our resources by utilising new d...


Automechanika Shanghai 2020 creates channels for cross-sector collaboration</h2>

Automechanika Shanghai 2020 creates channels for cross-sector collaboration

Jun 16, 2020

This year, Automechanika Shanghai continues to serve the entire automotive value chain by offering opportunities for information exchange, marketing, trade and education. Both vertically and horizontally, from OE, vehicle production to the aftermarket, it incorporates all elements of manufacturing, supply networks, services, new business models and information technology. Companies across the...


Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd

CAPAS defers to 2021

Apr 20, 2020

Following the Chinese Government’s initiatives to prevent and control the COVID-19 outbreak, the organisers of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) have announced the defer of the show’s 2020 edition. The fair, originally scheduled from 21 to 23 May 2020, will now be held from 20 to 22 May 2021. In China, the State Council issued an announc...


AUTOMECHANIKA 2019

Auto aftermarket experts to analyse prospects at Automechanika Dubai with ME market to reach US$18.5 bn by 2023

Feb 17, 2020

Growth indicators in the automotive industry will drive opportunities in aftermarket sales Dubai, UAE: The automotive aftermarket’s business prospects have been underlined by a valuation forecast of US$18.5 billion by 2023, and suppliers and manufacturers are now looking to Automechanika Dubai, the largest international trade show for the automotive aftermarket and service industry in the MEA ...


CENS and EDN held a joint booth at the fair to promote Taiwan-made auto parts.

Automechanika Shanghai 2019 Consolidates Status as Asia's Top Exhibition for Automotive OE and Aftermarket

Dec 10, 2019

Automechanika Shanghai 2019 is well on its way to continue its succession of record-breaking shows. Boasting even more industry participation than ever before, the fair sees 6,590 exhibitors from 46 countries and regions around the world, a five percent increase from the previous edition. The show introduces a host of new themed zones and areas in keeping with industry trends, as well as expands ...