2016 Auto Expo is likely to witness 80 new vehicles launches at this year Auto Show. This is the 13th edition of Auto Expo, jointly organised by SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers), ACMA (Automotive Components Manufacturers Association) and the Confederation of Indian Industry that will take place from 5th-9th February at India Expo mart, Greater Noida.
The 13th edition of Auto expo will also witness 1500 companies that includes 900 Indian companies and 600 international exhibitors.
The gross indoor exhibition space at the Expo mart has been increased to 73,000 sq meters from 69,000 sq meters of previous edition. The venue has witnessed enormous construction in the form of six large halls with an additional carpet area of 37240 sq meters. The venue had only 8 permanent halls measuring 27,648 sq meters during the 2014 edition, , as a result the remaining display was curated in temporary hangers measuring 32,400 sq meters.
Mr Vinod Dasari, President, SIAM, said:
“Auto Expo has conventionally been one of the most sought after platforms for the automobile industry. We believe that Auto Expo gives the much needed thrust to the industry in totality and ensures that the participating brands get noticed at a global level. We applaud the efforts that have gone into making this edition of the Auto Expo bigger, better and more exciting. The team has put in cohesive efforts to ensure that the run to the expo is smooth and every minute detail is taken care of. We hope that this edition of Auto Expo will be the harbinger of a strong & sustained revival in the fortunes of the auto industry.”
Mr Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General CII, said:
” Auto Expo has seen a tenfold growth from 152 exhibitors to 1580 exhibitors in 2016, which is phenomenal over a period of 30 years. The show has been growing from strength to strength. Mr Chandrajit Banerjee further observed that Auto Expo 2016 would further witness unveiling of 80 new vehicles.”
