Automechanika Dubai Forms Advisory Board to Drive Forward the 2024 Edition and Future Growth

Automechanika Dubai, the premier event for the automotive aftermarket industry, has announced the members of the inaugural Advisory Board who will support the event's growth.

This panel consists of industry innovators and experts who will provide valuable insights and knowledge to guide Automechanika Dubai's future success and drive the automotive aftermarket industry forward.

The Advisory Board includes professionals such as manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, researchers, academics, and thought leaders. Their diverse backgrounds and perspectives will ensure that the event remains at the forefront of industry developments while providing invaluable insights for the sector as a whole.

Mahmut Gazi Bilikozen, Portfolio Director at Automechanika Dubai organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said,

It is a privilege to work with such an esteemed group of experts, and I look forward to developing their strategic insights and reinforce Automechanika Dubai’s position as the leading event for the automotive aftermarket in the wider Middle East region.

This year’s event will offer a wealth of business opportunities for stakeholders, and trade visitors can look forward to comprehensive workshops and presentations on emerging technologies, discussions on industry challenges and market trends, and meaningful networking opportunities.

With the support of our Advisory Board, we are committed to enhancing the overall experience for exhibitors, trade visitors and delegates.

The group of 18 experts covers a diverse range of automotive verticals and companies, from both a regional and international perspective. They include, BMW AMGC, BP Castrol Lubricants, Emirates Center for Mobility, Frost & Sullivan, General Motors, HELLA Middle East, PwC, Volvo Group, among others.

Their contributions will enhance the event's various show features. These include the Automechanika Dubai Academy, a knowledge-sharing platform for the automotive aftermarket and service industry, and Innovation4Mobility, a hub for groundbreaking technologies, futuristic concepts, and visionary ideas shaping the future of transportation. The Modern Workshop will exhibit cutting-edge technologies, tools, and solutions that are revolutionizing automotive repair and maintenance. AfriConnections will spotlight the diversity and opportunities in Africa's automotive industry. Automechanika Dubai 2024 will also host the fourth annual Automechanika Dubai Awards, celebrating excellence and innovation in the automotive aftermarket industry.

In addition, a total of nine specialized product categories will be showcased on the show floor, including Parts & Components, Electronics & Connectivity, Accessories & Customizing, Tires & Batteries, Car Wash & Care, Oils & Lubricants, Diagnostics & Repair, Body & Paint, and Management & Digital Solutions.

Bilikozen concluded by saying:

With over 86% of the exhibition space already sold, we’re well on track to hosting over 2,200 exhibitors and more than 56,000 attendees, where we deliver another groundbreaking edition of Automechanika Dubai.

The Automechanika Dubai Advisory Board includes:

• Amjed Kallan, General Manager, Bilstein Group

• Andrew Marsh, Automotive Engineer

• Atef Tlili, General Manager - Product Development & Marketing, General Motors

• Dirk Fuchs, CEO & Founder, Electric Mobility Consulting LLC

• Dr Hamid Haqparwar, CEO, BMW AMGC

• Dr Hamad Al Jassmi, Director of Emirates Center for Mobility Research, United Arab Emirates University

• Hassanein Alwan, Managing Director, Mineral Circles Bearings

• Heiko Seitz, eMobility Leader, PwC

• Kivanc Karayol, Regional Director & Sustainability Leader, Volvo Group

• Dr Maya Ben Dror, Mobility Expert

• Mazen Shamseddin, General Manager, BP Castrol Lubricants