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Industry expert outlines the importance of government\u2013industry collaboration as Automechanika Academy drives the region\u2019s transition to a circular, low-emission automotive future<\/strong><\/p>\n

Automechanika Dubai is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Takes place <\/strong>until Thursday, 11 December<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni<\/p>\n

Automechanika Dubai, the largest international trade exhibition for the automotive aftermarket in the Middle East and Africa, has placed sustainability at the centre of this year\u2019s Automechanika Academy programme.<\/p>\n

Speaking during one of the opening sessions, Sameer Parab, Senior Manager \/ Sector Lead, Automotive & Mobility at Aranca, <\/strong>outlined how coordinated efforts between policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders are shaping a greener, more innovative future for the regional automotive ecosystem as part of a keynote address titled Sustainability in the Aftermarket: Government Initiatives and Industry Collaboration<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Aligned with the event\u2019s increased government presence, which includes the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai as Government Supporters, the session highlighted how targeted government incentives, evolving regulatory frameworks, and accelerating investment in sustainable technologies are transforming the aftermarket landscape.<\/p>\n

The discussion addressed the practical enablers of long-term environmental impact reduction, including circular economy models and remanufacturing, greener workshop operations, fleet transition strategies, resource efficiency, and the integration of digital tools to support sustainability.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cTargeted government incentives, evolving regulatory frameworks, and accelerating investment in sustainable technologies are fundamentally reshaping the automotive aftermarket. As policies tighten around emissions and end-of-life vehicles, and scrappage schemes begin to reward responsible disposal, markets gain the regulatory clarity and feedstock they need to scale circular practices.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt the same time, OEMs and tier\u2011ones are investing heavily in remanufacturing, advanced recycling, and battery recovery, turning what was once waste into a strategic asset. Together, these forces are shifting the aftermarket from a fragmented, informal ecosystem to a structured, value-creating circular economy delivering lower total cost of ownership for fleets and drivers while materially reducing the sector\u2019s environmental footprint.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Middle East continues to advance its sustainability agenda at pace. The UAE is entering a crucial stage in its electric mobility transition, with EV adoption rising quickly. Under the National Electric Vehicle Strategy, the country aims for EVs to make up 50% of all vehicles by 2050, supported by government targets, growing corporate fleet electrification, and strong consumer demand for next-generation vehicles.<\/p>\n

According to Roland Berger, nearly 24,000 EVs were sold in the UAE in 2024, while estimates from organisations such as Positive Zero indicate EV sales could rise from 3% today to 30% by 2030, underscoring the country\u2019s rapid shift toward cleaner transport.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe UAE is on the right track. By defining clear policies and exploring battery recovery and second\u2011life applications, it\u2019s positioning itself at the forefront of a fast-growing circular automotive market in the GCC,\u201d added Parab.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Developed under the theme Driving the Next Era of Automotive Aftermarket,<\/em> the Automechanika Academy will serve as the region\u2019s premier knowledge-exchange platform, bringing together policymakers, OEMs, suppliers, fleet operators, workshop owners, investors, and technology innovators. Designed to equip the industry with strategic insights and practical guidance, the Academy addresses the trends, challenges, and disruptions reshaping the global aftermarket landscape.<\/p>\n

Tommy Le, Show Manager, Automechanika Dubai, said: \u201c<\/strong>Today\u2019s discussions illustrate why sustainability is no longer a future ambition but a defining force reshaping the automotive aftermarket now. The insights shared highlight how policy direction, industry collaboration, and investment in clean technologies are accelerating real, measurable progress across the region. As governments strengthen regulatory frameworks and companies embrace circularity, electrification, and greener operations, we are witnessing the foundation of a more resilient, innovative, and environmentally responsible aftermarket ecosystem take shape.\u201d<\/p>\n

Other sessions today included insights from Aishwarya Menon of SGS, <\/strong>who outlined how regulatory and conformity standards are strengthening safety and quality in the aftermarket.<\/p>\n

A panel discussion moderated by McKinsey & Company\u2019s Sebastian Kempf, <\/strong>featuring Talib Khushnood<\/strong>, Petromin Corporation, senior consultant, \u00a0Maxim Svyato<\/strong>, and Tobias Alando<\/strong> from the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, outlined collaboration between OEMs and the aftermarket. Frank Schlehuber (CLEPA)<\/strong> added a global perspective on regulatory shifts and competitiveness in the independent aftermarket.<\/p>\n

Further sessions led by experts from Frost & Sullivan, SGS, Slimstock MEA, DHL Global Forwarding, Transport Overseas Group, and Al-Futtaim Logistics highlighted trade frameworks and supply chain resilience. The day concluded with Vitali Bielski, Intelia Nova, <\/strong>on quick-service growth opportunities and Fahad Ali, Broomstick Creative, <\/strong>on how digital content and community-building are reshaping aftermarket brand engagement.<\/p>\n

Automechanika Dubai continues until Thursday, 11 December, when the show concludes at 6pm.<\/p>\n

The latest Automechanika Dubai news stories are available on the \u2018Press Releases\u2019 page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About Automechanika Dubai<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Automechanika Dubai is the largest international automotive aftermarket trade show in the Middle East taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre between 9-11 December 2025. Automechanika Dubai acts as the central trading link for markets that are difficult to reach connecting the wider Middle East, Africa, Asia and key CIS countries.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Messe Frankfurt<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world\u2019s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,500 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 29 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2024 were \u20ac 775 million. We serve our customers\u2019 business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt\u2019s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services \u2013 both onsite and online \u2013 ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.<\/p>\n

Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com\/sustainability<\/a><\/p>\n

With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com<\/a><\/p>\n

*Preliminary figures 2024<\/p>\n

About Messe Frankfurt Middle East<\/strong><\/p>\n

Messe Frankfurt Middle East\u2019s portfolio of exhibitions includes: Automechanika Dubai, Automechanika Riyadh, Beautyworld Middle East, Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, Intersec, Intersec Saudi Arabia, Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, Logimotion, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East and Paperworld Middle East. In the 2024\/25 event season, Messe Frankfurt Middle East exhibitions combined featured 7,450 exhibitors from over 68 countries and attracted 249,500 visitors from 164 countries.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n[\/mhc_text][\/mhc_column][\/mhc_row][\/mhc_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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