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SECURE YOUR SPOT SAPE GROUP SPONSORS COLLISION REPAIR EXPO AT AMPA ONLINE And drive your business towards the global market While the physical AMPA show may now be concluded, registrations are still open for the first-ever virtual AMPA Online show which commenced on April 7 and will run through to May 6. The AMPA Online platform allows virtual attendees to combat border restrictions to connect with industry professionals from all over the world. Providing an avenue for global exhibitors to expand their business further, more than 400 exhibitors are signed up for AMPA Online. Last year when AMPA held an online edition, more than 10,000 viewers and 48,000 views on livestreaming forums and various media content were recorded, with exhibitors showcasing their products from a unique perspective, and introducing their daily operations with behindthe-scenes access. Among the viewers included those from major automotive markets such as USA, Japan, Korea, and others, as well as emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe. In addition, over 7,700 viewers from Taiwan also tuned in, gaining valuable insight while interacting with international participants during online events. This year’s AMPA Online will bring virtual booths, online product catalogues, direct chatting capabilities and additional services to buyers, opening up a path for everyone to expand businesses to Asia. AMPA Online also gives exhibitors an extra month to promote their products and services, in addition to having interacted with in-person show buyers during the April 14-17 physical show, guaranteeing exposure on both ends. The AMPA Online show consists of 12 exhibiting areas: Parts and Components, Automotive Lighting, Customising and Accessories, Diagnostics and Maintenance, Car Care, EV and Peripherals, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Solutions, Motorcycle and Heavy Duty Motorcycle, Motorcycle Parts and Accessories, Motorcyclists’ Accessories, Automobile Electronic Products, and Automobile Electronic Components and Parts. To register to attend AMPA Online, go to www.ampaonline.com.tw or contact TTC’s Sydney office on 02 9279 4800 for pre-registration services. 10
Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine April 2021
SAPE joins more than 80 top Australian and international brands exhibiting at CRE
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) is excited to announce SAPE Group (Sydney Automotive Paints and Equipment) as the Major Sponsor of the Collision Repair Expo (CRE). The Collision Repair Expo will be co-located with the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre across April 7 – 9, 2022. The Collision Repair Expo features the nation’s most comprehensive exhibition of body finishing materials, crash repair equipment and tools all in one location.
a great opportunity for SAPE, and our industry to come together, network, share and build success,” Sydney Automotive Paints and Equipment Director, Paul McMartin, said.
Equipment demonstrations and a comprehensive seminar program covering major industry trends will provide additional value, helping foster business efficiency and growth.
“SAPE works with leading manufacturers across the globe and prides itself on bringing innovative products and value adding technology to the collision repair market.
SAPE Group’s sponsorship is a glowing endorsement of Australia’s leading collision repair event, catering to an industry sector with a combined annual revenue of $7.8 Billion.
“We look forward to sharing our experience with show goers come April 2022.”
“We are very pleased to have Sydney Automotive Paints and Equipment again throwing their support behind the Collision Repair Expo as our major corporate sponsor,” AAAA Chief Executive Officer, Stuart Charity, said. “They are a major provider of refinish products and collision repair equipment and will enjoy their prominent position in front of a passionate crowd of industry professionals during the show.” SAPE is a leading Australian distributor for Glasurit and Baslac paints for BASF Australia and also supplies a vast array of collision repair equipment and consumables to vehicle repair facilities around Australia. With the return of the Expo, SAPE saw an opportunity to renew their major sponsorship of this industry leading event. “We are proud to return as the 2022 Collision Repair Expo Major Sponsor. The CRE presents
SAPE joins more than 80 top Australian and international brands exhibiting at the Collision Repair Expo which is co-located with the Auto Aftermarket Expo (AAAE). The AAAE is the nation’s most comprehensive exhibition for the aftermarket industry, featuring the very latest vehicle repair and servicing equipment, replacement parts, tools and accessories, plus industry experts sharing technology and trends. Entry to both shows is free for everyone working in the automotive industry and visitors will be able to check out a combined total of around 400 exhibits over nearly five acres of display space. The 2022 Collision Repair Expo / Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo takes place April 7-9, 2022, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. For more information on Sydney Automotive Paints and Equipment, head to www.sapegroup.com.au or visit their online superstore at shop.sape.com.au With the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo/Collision Repair Expo just a year away, now is the time to make sure you have your space secured by contacting AAAExpo partner, IEC Group on 0402 067 321 or nina@iecgroup.com.au To enquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact the AAAA on 03 9545 3333 or michelle@aaaa.com.au For more information on the Collision Repair Expo, visit www.collisionrepair.com.au For more information on the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo, visit www.autoaftermarketexpo.com.au
