The largest exhibition of
automobiles in the country - The Pakistan Auto Show 2020 (PAS-20) is being held
on 21st, 22nd, and 23rd of February 2020, at the Expo Centre in Lahore. It is a
valuable initiative of the ‘Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts &
Accessories Manufacturers’ (PAAPAM), representing over 3000 large, medium &
small industries from all over Pakistan. The theme of this year’s PAPS show is;
“MAKE IN PAKISTAN”.
More than 100,000 local visitors
are expected to see renowned companies from; Japan, Germany, Korea, China,
France, Turkey, Thailand, Taiwan, England USA, UAE and Sri Lanka, while over
400 international visitors, including 150 global buyers and delegations will be
there too. More than 100 exhibitors, including 10 international enterprises and
90 domestic companies will display their brands and services on 38,666 square
feet. The show is supported by the Engineering Development Board and
PakWheels.com, while the sponsors include: Honda, Suzuki, Hyundai & Millat
Tractors.
The diverse categories of
exhibitors will include; Passenger Cars, Trucks, buses, Tractors, Rickshaws,
Motorcycles, Auto parts Manufacturers, Services providers, Machinery makers,
Tool-makers, Antique cars and Heavy motorbikes along with related service industries
like accessories, Tracking & insurance, etc. The general public is invited
to visit the show between 10 AM and 7:00 PM, to see the fascinating innovations
and cutting-edge technologies from the best institutions and projects,
delivering great advantages for the consumers. While highlighting CSR,
traffic-safety and public awareness campaigns, a FREE Exhibitors’ Directory
will also be distributed among the visitors.
The quantum of local parts used for domestic
car-assembly has risen substantially over the last 10 years, raising Pakistan
among the top 40 automobile-manufacturing countries, while our Auto sector is
among the top-3 Tax-contributors to the government treasury and nearly 34% of
the cost of a locally-produced car is paid as taxes. Currently, Four out of the
top 10 global automobile companies have production plants in Pakistan,
including; Suzuki, Toyota, Honda and FAW, soon to be followed by other big
names like KIA, Hyundai & Volkswagen.
The Chairman of Pakistan
Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) –
Capt. (R) Muhammad Akram stated that: “Implementation of stringent policies and
monitoring by the Government will ensure that only Overseas Pakistanis can
benefit from used-car import schemes. Foreign companies should be inspired to
invest more, transfer technologies and “Make in Pakistan” for faster economic
progress.
The Senior Vice Chairman of
PAAPAM – Mr. Mr. Saad Sherani stated, “The global automobile manufacturers are
showing keen interest in Pakistan, as the demand for quality automobiles has
risen rapidly in this emerging market, with a lot of unexplored potential. This
show will further strengthen the investors' confidence, to increase Foreign
Direct Investments.”
The Chief Organizer of Pakistan
Auto Show 2020 and Former Chairman of PAAPAM - Syed Nabeel Hashmi commented
that; “The Pakistan Auto Show is now recognized as the most resourceful
platform for sustainable enrichment of the Automobile industry. The regulators
and stakeholders will come together once again, to explore the way forward,
while finding solutions and exploring opportunities, while globally promoting
Pakistan as a credible brand.”
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