SMMTInternational Update July 2026
8 Jul 2026
Navigating global opportunities in a changing trade environment
Simon Winterbottom, International Manager, shares about international activities for the July edition of the SMMTInternational Update.
It was a pleasure to see many familiar faces at the 18th SMMTInternational Automotive Summit last week, with global trade very much a central topic of discussion – particularly the international climate in which we’re operating amid increased competition, rising protectionism and supply chain disruption.
Closer partnership is crucial and China is the next market where SMMTis arranging activity, partnering with the Department for Business and Trade on a . It will include a visit to the New Energy Vehicle Forum in Shanghai and site visits to OEMs in Chongqing.
We’re also encouraging companies keen to engage with the Turkish automotive sector to join 91ÖÆƬ³§¹ÙÍø’s delegation to Automotive Meetings Bursa this November, connecting buyers and suppliers through tailored B2B meetings.
Read more about these activities below.
If any of our events are of interest to you, or if you want to let us know which markets and events you’re keen to visit, please fill out the international activities interest form .
Upcoming events:
27-30 July, Shanghai and Chongqing, China: SMMTis partnering with the Department for Business and Trade on a visit to China this July, which includes a visit to the New Energy Vehicle Forum in Shanghai and site visits to OEMs in Chongqing.
8-12 September, Frankfurt, Germany: Automechanika Frankfurt SMMTis organising the UK Pavilion, we are currently allocating spaces so if you are interested please get in touch ASAP.
6-9 October, Georgia and South Carolina, USA: Southeastern Supply Chain trade mission SMMTwill be returning to the Southern Automotive Conference in Atlanta, Georgia before heading to South Carolina for a programme of site visits, networking receptions and briefings.
11-12 November – Bursa, Türkiye: Automotive Meetings Bursa SMMTis taking a delegation of UK companies to Automotive Meetings Bursa, a supply chain event for automotive and aftermarket industry. Express interest to find out more details once confirmed.
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