Automechanika Dubai opens its first edition at Dubai Exhibition Centre
Automechanika Dubai opened at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City Dubai, bringing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, workshop professionals, fleet operators and buyers together for three days of sourcing, networking, and knowledge exchange. With more than 1,300 exhibitors from over 50 participating countries across 11 product sections, the opening day combines international sourcing opportunities with discussions on the technologies reshaping the automotive aftermarket.
The show runs until 12 November at Expo City Dubai, following 22 years at Dubai World Trade Centre. The opening day featured a keynote from H.E. Eng. Mohamed Ebrahim Hassan Al Mansoori of the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, alongside participation from RTA, Dubai Customs, and DET. Sebastian Thrun and Guenther Steiner headline the opening day of Innovation4Mobility, in a programme that also covers workshops, lubricants, and the aftermarket.
Messe Frankfurt Middle East organises the show with government support from the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure (MOEI), the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Customs. The Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism (DET) is its Destination Partner.
His Excellency said: “Infrastructure is the foundation of economic growth, national competitiveness and resilience. The UAE’s long-term investment in transport networks has positioned the country as a global trade and logistics hub, supporting business growth and quality of life. “As vehicle technologies evolve, we must continue to develop our networks and think differently about the future of mobility. Artificial intelligence and data analysis will help us predict challenges, strengthen preparedness and improve efficiency. Working with our partners, we are shaping a future in which mobility and logistics are more efficient, resilient and responsive to changing needs.”
Chris Lee, Portfolio Director, Mobility & Logistics, Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “Expanding vehicle numbers and fleets, alongside rising repair and maintenance requirements, are creating opportunities across the regional aftermarket. The opening day at DEC brings that opportunity into focus, connecting businesses with international suppliers and giving them the chance to explore new supply relationships. From the show floor to the conference sessions, visitors can see how suppliers across different markets are responding to changing vehicle technologies and servicing requirements.”
Tommy Le, Show Manager, Automechanika Dubai, said: “The first morning at DEC has brought workshop owners, distributors and fleet operators onto the same floor as the suppliers working on these changes. The conference programme gives them practical detail, from high-voltage servicing to battery demand, and the show floor lets them act on it. This combination reflects an evolving market, where changing vehicle technologies are creating new demands for products, services and technical skills. As these needs develop, future editions of Automechanika Dubai will continue to bring the industry together to explore emerging opportunities and prepare for what comes next.” The future of mobility takes centre stage Sebastian Thrun, the AI and robotics pioneer and co-founder of Google X and Udacity, followed with a headline session, “Future of Mobility: Smart, Connected, Safe?”.
Market intelligence provider ECDB estimates that the UAE vehicle-parts e-commerce market generated US$112 million in revenue in 2025. Preparing workshops for changing vehicle technologies Modern Workshop runs through the day with sessions on EV and hybrid servicing, ADAS calibration and software-defined vehicles. LABX opened with Prashant Bhatt of ENOC on fluids for hydrogen, e-fuels and other energy systems.
At Innovation4Mobility, François E. Guichard of the UN Economic Commission for Europe and Hamza Guirrou of the International Road Transport Union addressed the regulation of autonomous mobility across borders, ahead of a panel with Kearney, LODD Autonomous and WeRide.
