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

Pune, India:
27 Jan 2026

India: Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026

Apply now (deadline 1st December) to join SMMT and the Department for Business and Trade at the Symposium on International Automotive Technology in Pune.

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New Delhi, India:
05 Feb 2026

India: ACMA Automechanika New Delhi

An event support payment of £500 is available to UK companies

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Bangkok, Thailand:
11 May 2026

Thailand: SUBCON Thailand 2026

SMMT are supporting Thailand Board of Investment who are organising a Trade Mission to SUBCON Thailand.

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Frankfurt, Germany:
08 Sep 2026

Germany: Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

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

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Žilina, Slovakia:
02 Nov 2026

Slovakia: CEE Automotive Supply Chain

UK automotive supply chain trade mission

Events & webinars

Türkiye:
TBC

Trade mission Türkiye

SMMT is considering organising activity, likely a Trade Mission, to Türkiye in 2026.

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.