Trade mission
6-9 October 2026
Georgia and South Carolina, USA

SMMT is organising a supply chain trade mission to the USA. The visit to Georgia and South Carolina will include meetings and events to help delegates understand the market and meet key players and local contacts.

About the UK delegation to the US

The programme will typically include:

• Four-day visit arranged by SMMT
• Attend Southern Automotive Conference with B2B meetings
• Visit OEM manufacturing sites
• Network with OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers and support organisations

If you are interested in joining the delegation, please fill out the expression of interest form.

Why join the UK delegation to the US?

The trade mission is for UK companies operating in the automotive supply chain, ideally with experience in the US but companies new to the market are welcome too.

• Market research – understand more about the Southeastern region and the opportunities for your company
• Networking – connect with US companies at the Southern Automotive Conference, and at networking events
• Raise your profile – SMMT will promote your company on our platforms and will introduce you to relevant organisations
• Value for money and access – cost is cheaper than visiting independently and you will visit manufacturing sites
• Support – support from SMMT, Department for Business and Trade and key stakeholders
  

About the US Southeast automotive industry

The Southeastern US has grown into a major hub for EV and EV battery manufacturing. Of the $205 billion investments announced in the US EV industry, 38% has been in the Southeast region, according to a 2024 report on Transportation Electrification in the Southeast. Read more below:

2025 UK Delegation

Next steps

Fill out the expression of interest form and a member of the team will get back to you.