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.
03 Nov 2025
Czech Republic: CEE Automotive Supply Chain
UK automotive supply chain trade mission
28 Oct 2025
South Africa: Automechanika Johannesburg
An event support payment of £500 is available to UK companies visiting Automechanika Johannesburg.
04 Nov 2025
Catalonia: Moving better is about choosing smarter
Read the full article from our guest contributors, Catalonia Trade and Investment, on the mobility conundrum surrounding EV adoption and how the upcoming Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress, co-organized by EIT Urban Mobility and Fira de Barcelona, will address these challenges.
05 Feb 2026
India: ACMA Automechanika New Delhi
An event support payment of £500 is available to UK companies
08 Sep 2026
Germany: Automechanika Frankfurt 2026
Automechanika Frankfurt is the largest international trade exhibition for the...
28 Jan 2026
India: Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026
Express interest now if you're interested in joining SMMT and the Department for Business and Trade at the Symposium on International Automotive Technology in Pune.
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.
01 Mar 2024
Strengthening the UK and Ghana partnership
Ghana is looking to develop its manufacturing capability and sees automotive as a key sector.
15 Dec 2022
Opportunities in the Indian Electric Vehicle Sector
India stands on the cusp of a ground-breaking revolution in electric mobility. EV sales are predicted to be around 10 million per year by 2030
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