Components

HELLA returns to Thermal Management with a Bold Aftermarket Roadmap

At Automechanika Dubai, HELLA’s leadership struck a confident note on market momentum, portfolio expansion, and long-term commitment to the Middle East, Africa, and India. Speaking to MOTORINDIA at the company’s booth, Dr. Nima Mehrdadi, Vice President – Aftermarket MEA & India, and Managing Director, HELLA Middle East, outlined how the brand is leveraging its regional […]

Components

MACAS Automotive’s Clear-Cut Growth Blueprint – India First, Exports with Purpose

For MACAS Automotive, participation at Automechanika Dubai has evolved from an exploratory exercise into a strategic necessity anchored in consistency, relationship-building and long-term market development. Speaking at the event, Anuj Mehta, CEO, MACAS Automotive, outlined how the company is recalibrating its global footprint while placing India firmly at the centre of its growth strategy. “If […]

Lubricants

Nandan Petrochem Charts its First Global Step at Automechanika Dubai

For Nandan Petrochem Ltd. (NPL), Automechanika Dubai marked a strategic inflection point. Making its debut as an exhibitor at the global aftermarket platform, the India-headquartered lubricant and specialty oils player used the show to formally signal its global intent, backed by a strong domestic foundation and rising confidence in India as a manufacturing hub. Reflecting […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Ghassan Aboud Auto Spare Parts Drives Toward 1 Billion AED and Footprint in 160 Countries

Ghassan Aboud Auto Spare Parts, part of the diversified Ghassan Aboud Holding, is accelerating its expansion from Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone, now supplying automotive parts to more than 100 countries worldwide. Speaking on the sidelines of Automechanika Dubai, Rajesh Ram Mohan, Director – Spare Parts & Lubricants, Ghassan Aboud Auto Spare Parts, outlined the […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Neweast Group leverages Automechanika Dubai platform to deepen global customer engagement

At Automechanika Dubai, widely recognised as the epicentre of the Middle East and Africa automotive aftermarket, Neweast Group once again reaffirmed its leadership position through a commanding presence. As the show’s long-standing Diamond Partner, Neweast’s participation reflected not just scale, but a clearly defined long-term vision anchored in customer value, portfolio depth, and regional relevance. […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Gebriel Motors Showcases Japanese Engineering Excellence at Automechanika Dubai

Gebriel Motors has reaffirmed its commitment to the regional automotive sector with a prominent return to Automechanika Dubai. As a seasoned participant and sponsor of the event, the company continues to leverage the exhibition to strengthen its foothold across the Middle East, Africa, and the CIS region. With a strategic warehouse facility in Jebel Ali, […]

Car Care Lubricants

Waxpol Showcases 75-Year Legacy and Future-Ready Solutions at Automechanika Dubai

Waxpol, a renowned Indian automotive care brand with a 75-year history, marked a significant presence at this year’s Automechanika Dubai. While the company has been a regular participant at the event, this year focused on transforming past relationships in the UAE into major partnerships to serve as a hub for the Middle East, Africa, and […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Alarkan Auto Parts Leverages SAP S/4HANA to Power Global Distribution of Genuine Japanese Auto Parts

At this year’s Automechanika Dubai, Alarkan Auto Parts solidified its position as a market leader in the automotive aftermarket industry. Returning as a Golden Sponsor, the company celebrated a decade-long partnership with the event, utilizing the platform to connect with international stakeholders and showcase its extensive inventory of genuine Japanese auto parts. With a legacy […]

Components Distribution & Retail

AZB Group Highlights Batteries, Tires, and New-Energy Solutions at Automechanika Dubai

A staple of the regional automotive landscape since 1995, Abdul Zahir Bashir (AZB Group) returned to Automechanika Dubai this year with a commanding presence. Spanning three dedicated booths, the company highlighted its comprehensive inventory, ranging from lubricants and spare parts to a specialized focus on tires and batteries. Karim Bashiri, Managing Director of AZB Group, […]

Lubricants

Atlantic Lubes Highlights API-SQ Innovation with Strong R&D Focus

Atlantic Lubes marked another milestone at Automechanika Dubai, reaffirming its long-standing association with the global aftermarket platform. Speaking on the sidelines of the show, Ingela Atif, Director, Atlantic Lubes, highlighted the company’s 11-year partnership with Automechanika and its importance in driving brand visibility, collaboration, and global outreach from Dubai. For Atlantic Lubes, Automechanika Dubai continues […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Buyparts24 Positions Itself as a Digital Route-to-Market at Automechanika Dubai

At Automechanika Dubai, Buyparts24 is using the region’s largest aftermarket gathering to deepen relationships and demonstrate how its digital platform is reshaping parts distribution in the UAE. Showcasing a First-Mover B2B Platform At the heart of Buyparts24’s presence is its dedicated B2B e-commerce platform, positioned as one of the first of its kind in the […]

Awards

Automechanika Dubai Awards 2025 calls for final submissions

Deadline for the fifth edition of the Automechanika Dubai Awards is approaching, including new awards, Distributor of the Year and Rising Star in Automotive Aftermarket, recognising outstanding distributors and exceptional young professionals from across the GCC The ceremony is set to take place on 10 December 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre The diversity […]

Repair & Maintenance

From Local Leader to Global Player: Kwik Patch’s Growth Story

At Automechanika Dubai, the largest aftermarket exhibition for the Midde East and African (MEA) region, Keshav Sunderam Rajam, CEO of Kwik Patch Pvt. Ltd., shared insights into the company’s journey, product expansion, and global growth strategy. Over the past 35 years, Kwik Patch has built a reputation for high-quality tyre repair solutions, positioning itself against […]

Events

Leadership Transition at Automechanika Dubai: Gazi Bilikozen Departs After 17 Years

Messe Frankfurt Middle East today announced the departure of Gazi Bilikozen, its Portfolio Director — Mobility & Logistics, after 17 years with the organisation. During his tenure, Gazi spearheaded the expansion of the Automechanika brand across the Middle East, and helped grow Automechanika Dubai into the region’s leading trade platform for the automotive aftermarket industry. Gazi has been pivotal to the Automechanika brands evolution across the wider Middle East. He served as senior show manager, show director and […]

Events

Automechanika Dubai celebrates record exhibitor numbers during its 2024 edition

Automechanika Dubai, the largest trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry in the wider Middle East, has officially announced the results from the 2024 edition of the show during the exhibition’s first Advisory Board Assembly of the year, where the trends expected to be discussed during the 2025 edition of the show were outlined, when […]