International

SMMT International helps UK automotive companies to trade overseas and grow their presence in existing and emerging markets around the world.

Our knowledge and expertise allows us to research and scope international markets to help our members develop new business opportunities at key trade shows and exhibitions, and as part of dedicated trade missions, globally.

We can assist in organising your exhibition stand and help you access government funding, make connections with potential partners, and raise your profile through speaking opportunities and networking events.

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Events & webinars

Alabama and Tennessee, USA:
06 Oct 2025

Trade mission: USA Southeastern EV supply chain

Promising opportunities for UK companies

Events & webinars

Olomouc, Czech Republic:
03 Nov 2025

Trade mission: CEE Automotive Supply Chain

UK automotive supply chain trade mission

Events & webinars

Hainan, China:
27 Sep 2025

Trade mission: World New Energy Vehicle Congress, China

September (TBC)Hainan, China SMMT and the Department for Business and Trade are planning to organise a trade mission to the World New Energy Vehicle Congress. Details are yet to be released, to...

Partner activities

Paris, France:
14 Oct 2025

Trade show: Equip Auto 2025

International trade show for the automotive industry, aftermarket and services sector in France

Events & webinars

Johannesburg, South Africa:
28 Oct 2025

Trade Show: Automechanika Johannesburg

An event support payment of £500 is available to UK companies visiting Automechanika Johannesburg.

Partner activities

Detroit, USA:
07 Oct 2025

Trade show: Battery Show North America

Unparalleled opportunity to source the latest design, production and manufacturing solutions from across the battery supply chain

Events & webinars

Frankfurt, Germany:
08 Sep 2026

UK Pavilion: Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

Automechanika Frankfurt is the largest international trade exhibition for the...

Reports

Thailand:
30 Jan 2025

Thailand automotive market report

Thailand's automotive sector plays an important role in the country's economy, positioning Thailand as one of Southeast Asia’s key automotive manufacturing hubs.