Over 300 firms to participate in Autotech & Accessories Show 2025

Autotech & Accessories Show 2025 will serve as a crucial platform for domestic and international firms to connect, expand trade cooperation, and access science and technology advancements.

Over 300 firms to participate in Autotech & Accessories Show 2025 (Photo: VNA)
Over 300 firms to participate in Autotech & Accessories Show 2025 (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – Over 300 domestic and foreign businesses will display their products, services, and technologies at the 21st International Exhibition on Automobile, Motorcycle, Electric Vehicle, and Supporting Industries (Autotech & Accessories Show 2025), which will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from May 22 to 25.

According to the organiser - the Asia Trade Fair and Business Promotion JSC, the event will serve as a crucial platform for domestic and international firms to connect, expand trade cooperation, and access science and technology advancements.

It offers businesses and customers an opportunity to explore a wide range of products and services in the automotive, motorcycle, and electric vehicle industries; and technology and innovative solutions, enabling them to keep up with the latest global market trends.

Autotech & Accessories 2025 will also feature a business matchmaking event, a professional seminar, and technology demonstration and product experience programmes.

A key highlight will be Innovation Day, where experts, researchers, and businesses will share ideas and innovative solutions to drive the growth of Vietnam’s automotive, electric vehicle, and supporting industries.

The exhibition is expected to help participants exchange expertise, showcase breakthrough technologies, explore collaboration opportunities and expand partnerships.

Notably, Autotech & Accessories 2025 will be held alongside the International Exhibition on Construction Machinery, Specialised Vehicles, Technology, and Transportation Infrastructure 2025 (Cons & Trans 2025), promising greater business opportunities for exhibitors./.

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