Trade mission
2-4 November 2026
Žilina, Slovakia
SMMT is organising a supply chain trade mission to Slovakia. The visit will include the CEE Automotive Supply Chain conference, B2B meetings and networking where delegates will meet key players, local contacts and gain market knowledge of the Central and Eastern European region.
Trade mission delegates from 2025:
“The event highlighted Slovakia and the wider CEE region’s prominence in the automotive sector, particularly in electrification and sustainable practices.”
2024 UK Delegate in Slovakia
Why join the UK delegation to Slovakia?
The trade mission is for UK companies operating in the supply chain, for companies new to or experienced in doing business in the CEE region.
- Market research – understand more about the CEE region and the opportunities for your company at the CEE Automotive Supply Chain conference
- Networking – connect with companies at the CEE Automotive Supply Chain Forum
- Raise your profile – SMMT will promote your company on our platforms and at the event, and introduce you to relevant organisations
- Value for money and access – the UK delegation get added extras such as introductions to relevant organisations, UK stand and promotional opportunities compared to visiting independently
- Support – support from SMMT in the lead up and during the event
“None of the UK delegates would have ever got in front of these companies without the idea of a delegation.”
2024 UK Delegate in Slovakia
“The B2B meetings were well organised and I managed to get plenty of them.”
2024 UK Delegate in Slovakia
Next steps
Fill out the expression of interest form and a member of the team will get back to you.
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