11-12 November 2026
SMMTis taking a delegation of UK companies to the 6th edition of Automotive Meetings Bursa, held in Bursa, Türkiye, from 11 – 12 November 2026.
Automotive Meetings Bursa is an automotive supply chain event in Türkiye for the supply chain and aftermarket industry. It connects buyers and suppliers through tailored B2B meetings, fostering innovation, building partnerships, and unlocking new business opportunities in a focused, results-driven environment.
The event is for automotive companies who already operate in or are interested in exploring new business opportunities in the Turkish automotive sector. With hundreds of international participants expected, Automotive Meetings Bursa offers an efficient route into Türkiye’s automotive industry and wider global supply chains.
91ÖÆƬ³§¹ÙÍø the Turkish automotive sector
Türkiye has a strong automotive industry manufacturing a wide variety of vehicles including passenger cars, trucks, pick ups, buses, minibuses and tractors. Over 1.4 million vehicles were manufactured in 2025, with nearly 1 million exported making automotive the leading sector for the country’s exports.
As of 2024, the country’s combined automotive production is ranked 4th in Europe and 14th globally. In terms of commercial vehicle production, Türkiye is ranked the 2nd in Europe.
Suppliers
There is a strong supply chain presence in Turkiye, with over 1,100 component manufactures including 540 Tier 1s.
Market
In 2025 Turkiye’s car market was 1.08 million units, up 10% on 2024 and an additional 329,000 commercial vehicles.
Electrification
In 2025 EVs accounted for 17.7% of Turkish car sales (191, 960 units) with an additional 27.2% hybrids (295,378 units).
In 2023, TOGG, Turkiye’s national EV brand commenced production.
91ÖÆƬ³§¹ÙÍø Automotive Meetings Bursa
Automotive Meetings Bursa is a B2B meeting event taking place in Bursa, Turkiye from 11 – 12 November 2026.
The event takes place every two years. The 2024 edition featured more than 110 suppliers, more than 100 buyers and 35 OEMs – collectively from 30 countries.
Previous participants have included Aston Martin, Bosch, Ford, Hyundai, MAN, Marelli, McLaren Applied, Skoda, Stellantis and Thyssenkrupp.
UK – Türkiye Automotive Trade
The UK and Türkiye have a highly integrated automotive relationship spanning both finished vehicles and components. Türkiye is the fourth‑largest export destination for British‑built cars and a key market for UK‑made engines, powertrain systems and other high‑value components. Commercial vehicles are Türkiye’s largest export category to the UK, and Türkiye is the fifth‑largest source of passenger cars’ imports into the UK.
The UK–Türkiye Free Trade Agreement entered into force in April 2021, providing zero tariffs on vehicles and automotive components, subject to rules of origin. Transitional flexibilities currently apply to electric vehicles and batteries, but higher local content thresholds are scheduled to take effect from January 2027. The UK and Türkiye are negotiating an enhanced economic partnership focused on services and digital trade
SMMTpackage and how to register
SMMTpackage
Delegates on the SMMTgroup will have access to the Automotive Meetings Bursa B2B meeting platform. The enhanced SMMTpackage now includes a dedicated 6sqm meeting booth, providing a professional space to host pre-arranged buyer and supplier meetings throughout the event.
Participants complete an online profile, select companies they wish to meet, and receive a personalised two-day agenda of one-to-one meetings designed to maximise business opportunities and new connections.
Costs
£595 + VAT: SMMTmember rate (1 attendee per company, additional attendees can be added for £260 + VAT per attendee)
£795 + VAT: Non-SMMTmember rate (1 attendee per company, additional attendees can be added for £260 + VAT per attendee)
These prices represent a significant saving on the standard attendee fee of approx. €3,000.
How to register
Recruitment now closed.
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