AIA to present Global Market Updates, export session during AAPEX

Nov. 4, 2013

The new series is aimed at identifying and promoting both import and export trade opportunities for AAIA members.

The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), is hosting a series of “Global Market Updates” during the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) 2013 in Las Vegas, Nev. The new series is aimed at identifying and promoting both import and export trade opportunities for AAIA members.

The sessions will be an excellent opportunity to gather information on key foreign markets and members of the media are invited to attend. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions. AAPEX is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.
During AAPEX 2013, AIA has organized three Global Market Update sessions highlighting import and export opportunities for AAIA members in the following markets:

India: Presented by the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) in the AAPEX Press Conference Room, Sands Expo Center, Room 304, on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 1 p.m.
Colombia: Presented by the U.S. Commercial Service in the AAPEX Press Conference Room, Sands Expo Center, Room 304, on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 3 p.m.
Australia: To be presented by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) in the AAPEX Press Conference Room, Sands Expo Center, Room 304, on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m.

In addition to the Global Market Update series, AIA is also adding a new export-focused session to the AAPEX Learning Forum. The session, entitled “Best Export Opportunities for U.S. Auto Parts,” will be conducted by the U.S. Commercial Service and will provide an overview of U.S. government export assistance programs and key export opportunities for U.S. auto parts manufacturers.

Auto industry experts from the Commercial Service will discuss how companies can start or increase international sales and highlight current key markets where export opportunities exist. This session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. in Marco Polo Room 704.

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