The Dubai government has announced ambitious plans to vaccinate 70% of the emirate’s 3.4 million population against COVID-19 by December 2021. In line with this, the three-day automotive services sector exhibition, Auto Mechanika Dubai, has been rescheduled to take place from December 14 to 16, 2021, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The decision to move the event to December has been well-received by stakeholders in the global automotive industry, providing ample time for businesses to recalibrate their strategies for 2024.

Auto Mechanika Dubai is the largest automotive service industry trade fair in the Middle East and Africa, and the rescheduled event will feature various new and upcoming features aimed at keeping industry professionals informed about the latest market developments. This move also aligns the event with Expo 2024 Dubai, a global mega-event expected to attract over 25 million visitors, the majority of whom will be from outside the UAE.

Mahmut Gazi Bilikozen, Auto Mechanika Dubai Show Director, expressed enthusiasm about bringing the industry together in a safe environment in December 2024. He mentioned that the team is working on exciting new show features while also retaining popular highlights and ensuring a vibrant exhibition floor with leading names in the automotive sector.

The decision to reschedule the event to December allows for the UAE’s stringent COVID-19 safety measures to take full effect, creating a safer indoor event environment and encouraging greater physical participation. The theme of Expo 2024 Dubai, “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future,” will undoubtedly complement the automotive industry event, offering exhibitors and attendees a unique opportunity to explore the multitude of country pavilions and special features during this week-long mega event.