Automechanika Dubai 2026 opened at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City Dubai, bringing together more than 1,300 exhibitors from over 50 countries to showcase the latest developments and business opportunities across the global automotive aftermarket industry.
The opening day featured a keynote address by Eng. Mohamed Ebrahim Hassan Al Mansoori, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transportation Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI).
This year’s exhibition marks a significant milestone as Automechanika Dubai moves to Expo City Dubai after hosting 22 editions at Dubai World Trade Centre.
The event provides a platform for automotive manufacturers, suppliers and industry professionals to explore emerging technologies, strengthen commercial partnerships and discuss the future of mobility.
Chris Lee, Portfolio Director of Mobility & Logistics at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, highlighted the industry’s growing interest in autonomous mobility, alternative fuels and new business opportunities beyond traditional vehicle sales.
He emphasised that the exhibition creates opportunities for industry leaders to exchange ideas, address emerging challenges and collaborate on solutions that will shape the automotive sector.
The opening day’s Innovation4Mobility programme focused on intelligent, connected and autonomous transportation technologies. Discussions covered technological advancements, operational challenges, regulatory requirements and partnerships needed to support the wider adoption of autonomous mobility solutions.
Attention now shifts to the sixth Automechanika Dubai Awards, scheduled for 11 November at Dubai Exhibition Centre. The awards attracted 748 submissions from 22 countries, with 70 finalists competing across 15 categories.
The exhibition’s second day will also introduce Fleet FWD, a dedicated programme examining fleet management, vehicle electrification, connected technologies and developments in commercial mobility.
Meanwhile, Aftermarket Central and Innovation4Mobility will continue hosting discussions on emerging industry trends and technological innovations.
Running until 12 November, Automechanika Dubai 2026 aims to strengthen international business connections, encourage knowledge exchange and create new opportunities for automotive companies across the Middle East, Africa and global markets.
