International. The facility offers a state-of-the-art infrastructure that can accommodate the 3500 exhibitors expected from the fair from 21 countries and regions.
The 17th edition of Automechanika Shanghai will move to the Shenzhen World Convention and Exhibition Center from December 20 to 23, 2022 as a special arrangement.
The relocation gives participants more flexibility in their planning and will allow the fair to meet industry expectations for trade and in-person business meetings.
Messe Frankfurt Deputy Ceo Fiona Chiew said: "As organisers of such an influential show, our top priorities are to protect the well-being of participants and stimulate market activity. Therefore, holding this year's fair in Shenzhen is an interim solution as the Shanghai market continues to evolve."
"It is a good alternative for Automechanika Shanghai thanks to the city's position in the automotive industry and the integrated trade fair facilities of the venue," he added.
Li Zhang, general manager of China National Machinery Industry International, said: "In addition to talking to various organizations and support partners, we understand that many exhibitors and buyers are eager to reconnect."
"The determining factors for the relocation of this year's show are our customers' feedback and market information that we have carefully examined. I would like to thank all our stakeholders for supporting the movement and look forward to welcoming everyone to the fair in Shenzhen," Zhang said.
Shenzhen is a technology hub that contributes to the Greater Bay Area car manufacturing group. As one of China's leading shopping complexes in the region, Shenzhen World Convention and Exhibition Center will host Automechanika Shanghai – Shenzhen Edition.
