Press Hong Kong, July 2014 Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services Rachel Leung Tel +852 2230 9225 Fax +852 2598 7919 rachel.leung@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com www.messefrankfurt.com.hk www.caapas-chengdu.com 14_OR.doc First edition of attracts nearly 600 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions Show confirms many leading brands and highly regarded supporters The first edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services () to be held 21 23 July 2014 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center, China, is attracting nearly 600 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions. The countries and regions represented are Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Slovakia, Taiwan and the US. In addition, more than 20,000 domestic and international visitors are expected at the Southwest China s 35,000 sqm one-stop trading platform which covers the main automotive sectors of Parts & Components, Accessories & Tuning, as well as Repair & Maintenance. Commenting on the opening of the show, Mr Jason Cao, Senior General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd said: is Messe Frankfurt s first trade fair in Southwest China. We are launching this show because we see vast business opportunities in the region. We are positive about making the show Southwest China s leading trade fair for automotive parts and the aftermarket industry as Messe Frankfurt owns the global brand Automechanika, which is the world s largest automobile aftermarket trade fair brand. There are Automechanika fairs held in Asia, Europe, North America, South Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd 35/F, China Resources Building 26 Harbour Road Wanchai, Hong Kong
Page 2 America and Africa. In addition, we have extensive global network and exhibition expertise as well as our co-organiser s resources. To offer more business opportunities and to enhance the show experience, buyers will be able to source from the Sichuan Auto Parts Zone which is organised by CCPIT-Sichuan, as well as the commercial vehicle parts pavilion arranged by the China Commercial Vehicle Parts Market Federation. In addition, there are pavilions from Ningbo, Taizhou, Wenzhou and Yuhuan where buyers can source the most advanced products and technologies from these cities. As well as a comprehensive range of products and services, also provides a diverse range of fringe programmes catering to different industry levels and sectors. These programmes will keep attendees up-to-date with the latest market and technology developments and provide valuable networking opportunities. The programmes include: Auto Expo City Visit Automotive Repair Technology Innovation Forum Academy Auto Parts E-Commerce Development and a Change of Distribution Channels Matchmaking Forum ebay Motors Automotive E-commerce Development Forum Improved Development for Automotive Repair Enterprises in Chongqing: China Auto Rescue Platform Increase Export Profit and Establish Self-owned Brands Seminar Jinhengde Auto City Visit Product Presentation and Secondary Distributor Network Introduction by Tenneco Project Introduction by the Certified Maintenance Center of FAW Car Co Ltd
Page 3 Show confirms many leading brands and highly regarded supporters A number of world famous domestic and overseas brands will be exhibiting at, including ADD, Affinia, APG, BPI, ContiTech, Dali, Dayco, ebay, Fras-le S.A., H&Q, Hengst, Huirun, Joinhands, Kaituo, Liqui Moly, Luoshi, Ossca, Ruili, Songtian, Sensen, Tenneco, Valeo, WD-40, Zhuzhou Torch and ZX Shock. The show has confirmed the Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Exposition as associate supporter and the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center as associate supporter (Accessories & Tuning). Additionally, the show receives strong support from 15 prestigious industry associations and organisations, underlining its position as an important trade fair for automotive parts and aftermarket sectors in Southwest China. These supporters include: Auto Maintenance Professional Committee of Sichuan Province Automotive Auto Parts Industry Association of Chengdu (AAPIA) Chengdu Automobile Industry Academy Chengdu Automotive Maintenance and Repair Trade Association (CDAMRA) China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Machinery & Electronic Products China Commercial Vehicle Parts Market Federation Hubei Sub-Council Ningbo Sub-Council Shanghai Pudong Sub-Council
Page 4 Shandong Sub-Council Zhejiang Sub-Council Committee for Vehicle Use Motor & Electrical Appliances of CAAM Neijiang Machinery and Auto Parts Industry Association Sichuan Automotive Industry Association Society of Automotive Engineers of Sichuan is organised by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto), Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd, and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan). For more information about, please visit www.capas-chengdu.com, or email auto@china.messefrankfurt.com. -End- Background information on the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto) The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto) promotes foreign trade and economic cooperation, technical exchange and introduction of advanced technologies for China s auto industry by following the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and China Chamber of International Commerce charter. It acts as a bridge for Chinese auto industry enterprises to build cooperation and exchange opportunities across the world. In addition, the committee organises three world leading and highly regarded international automotive exhibitions in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Background information on Messe Frankfurt Messe Frankfurt is one of the world s leading trade fair organisers, generating around 545 million in sales and employing some 2,000 people worldwide. The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 28 subsidiaries and around 50 international Sales Partners, allowing it to serve its customers on location in more than 150 countries. Messe Frankfurt events take place at more than 30 locations around the globe. In 2013, Messe Frankfurt organised a total of 113 trade fairs, of which more than half took place outside Germany. Comprising an area of 578,000 square metres, Messe Frankfurt s exhibition
Page 5 grounds are home to ten exhibition halls. The company also operates two congress centres. The company is publicly owned, with the City of Frankfurt holding 60 percent and the State of Hesse 40 percent. For more information, please visit our website at www.messefrankfurt.com. Background information on the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan) The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT- Sichuan) aims to promote foreign trade cooperation and communication, under the guidance of the Sichuan Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial People s Government, and in accordance with the guidelines of national economic policy and principles. Its main duties are to encourage foreign trade and investment, enhance economic and technological exchange and cooperation, and to foster local enterprises to participate in the economic globalisation. CCPIT-Sichuan also organises a number of international exhibitions including the Western China International Fair