Thailand Accelerates Toward the Future of Mobility: "Future Mobility Thailand 2026 and TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive 2026" Unites Business and Technology to Position the Country as a Technology-Driven Hub Bangkok Thailand is entering a pivotal moment in its automotive industry with the announcement of Future Mobility Thailand 2026 (FMT 2026), held alongside TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive 2026 an international trade and business networking platform set to serve as a key engine for driving Thailand's automotive industry into the future. The event brings together innovation, technology, and end-to-end industry supply chain opportunities under one roof.
The press conference for "Future Mobility Thailand 2026 and TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive 2026" was organized in collaboration with the Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association (TAPMA) and Informa Markets, alongside partners from both the public and private sectors, to collectively shape the future direction of Thailand's automotive industry in the era of Future Mobility.
Mr. Sompol Tanadumrongsak, President of the Thai Auto-Parts Manufacturers Association (TAPMA), stated that the global automotive industry is undergoing a major transition toward modern vehicle technologies. As the world's 10th-largest automotive producer, Thailand must pursue a Multiple Track development strategysimultaneously maintaining its internal combustion engine (ICE) production base while accelerating the development of electric vehicles (EVs) under the government's 30:30 policy.
"Future Mobility Thailand 2026 will serve as a critical platform to connect Thai operators with global partners from such as China, Taiwan, Japan, Germany, and South Koreadelivering concrete support for the transformation of Thailand's auto parts industry toward the future," said Mr. Sompol.
Dr. Kriengsak Wongpromrat, President of Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI) outlined the policy landscape and structural trajectory of Thailand's automotive industry over the next three to five years, describing the sector as standing at a "critical inflection point" in its transition toward the future of mobility. Key drivers include intensifying competition across the automotive industry, compelling every sector to adapt and accelerate development in alignment with evolving market demands particularly in preparing for rapid technological disruption that is fundamentally impacting production structures, requiring greater flexibility in existing break-even models.
At the same time, the rise of modern vehicles built around fully integrated intelligent systems has become a powerful catalyst for transforming the broader industrial ecosystem. Beyond continuous technological advancement, there is an equally urgent need to rapidly build new workforce capabilities to support these emerging innovations. These inflection points underscore that Thailand must foster integrated collaboration to elevate its traditional manufacturing standards positioning the country as a centre of excellence for automotive industry production, guided by policies and directions firmly anchored within a framework of sustainability.
Dr. Kriengsak further articulated a leadership vision centred on integrated collaboration to sustain Thailand's regional competitiveness amid the era of industrial transition. Every sector must begin by building internal organisational strengths particularly agility and the capacity to adapt swiftly to any circumstance as the essential foundation for translating innovation into tangible industrial outcomes, alongside elevating cost management and resource utilisation to their highest efficiency.
Once organisations are fortified from within, the industry must break free from conventional working frameworks and move toward building strategic partner networks sharing knowledge and expertise across the entire supply chain. This represents the most critical mechanism for enabling Thai industry to keep pace with the constant evolution of emerging technologies, and to firmly reinforce Thailand's potential as a sustainable regional hub for automotive manufacturing and mobility innovation.
Ms. Anujtha Jaovisidha, Secretary General of Thai Auto- Parts Manufacturers Association (TAPMA), added that added that Thai operators are currently seeking to expand into new markets at both regional and global levels, while simultaneously forging technology partnerships to elevate manufacturing capabilities in pace with the rapidly evolving industry landscape. At the same time, direct access to buyers and the advancement of standards to international levels are considered critical factors in sustaining competitive advantage. Thailand's automotive industry is moving forward under the Thailand Automotive Industry Vision 2030, which encompasses the entire industrial ecosystem from manufacturers through to the supply chain.
"Future Mobility Thailand will serve as the central hub for connecting Thai operators with global partners, creating new business opportunities and strengthening the country's long-term competitive capabilities."
Informa Markets, organizer of TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive 2026, shared its perspective on the tyre industry and automotive aftermarket sector in Southeast Asia, highlighting that ASEAN is rapidly becoming one of the world's fastest-growing markets. This growth is driven by increasing vehicle numbers, expanding logistics networks, and a growing aging fleetall of which are fueling significant demand for aftermarket goods and services, maintenance solutions, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) products.
Mr. Alwin Seow, Deputy Event Director, Informa Markets, said: "Southeast Asia is not just a fast-growing market, it is also becoming a key driver of the global automotive and aftermarket industry, propelled by rapid technological transition and shifting consumer behaviour."
The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) across the region is also a significant catalyst for innovation in the tyre industry from design and performance to new maintenance requirements that differ fundamentally from those of traditional combustion-engine vehicles. This shift is pushing manufacturers to continuously advance their technologies to meet the demands of the modern market.
At the same time, after-sales service infrastructure is expanding to support a growing and increasingly longer-lasting vehicle fleet. The launch of AutoMROtive 2026 comes at a pivotal moment, addressing key gap in the regional automotive aftermarket maintenance, repair, and operations ecosystem.
On the choice of Thailand as the host country for TyreXpo Asia Bangkok and AutoMROtive, Informa Markets highlighted the country's strong position as a regional automotive manufacturing hub with a robust industrial ecosystem spanning OEM manufacturers, parts producers, and an efficient supply chain, all backed by strong and consistent support from government agencies and industry associations.
Thailand also serves as a strategic gateway to the CLMV marketsCambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnamas well as the broader ASEAN region, with its advantageous location, infrastructure, and logistics capabilities supporting regional business expansion.
"Thailand has all the right ingredientsindustry depth, strategic location, and growth potentialmaking it the ideal choice for TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive 2026," said Mr. Seow.
The co-location of TyreXpo Asia Bangkok & AutoMROtive and Future Mobility Thailand reflects Informa Markets' vision of evolving beyond the role of a traditional trade show organizer, into the role of an industry platform builderconnecting all players across the value chain under one integrated ecosystem.
"We don't see ourselves as just an event organizer. We are building a platform that connects the full industry ecosystem from tyres and auto parts to MRO services and future mobility technologiesso that participants can meet, network, and grow their businesses effectively," Mr. Seow added.
The convergence of Tyre, Automotive MRO, and Mobility not only creates meaningful cross-industry connections, but also elevates the value delivered to both exhibitors and visitorsthrough new business opportunities, knowledge exchange, and access to the innovations driving the future of the automotive industry.
At the event, participants can expect to discover technologies and innovations from leading global companies, engage in Business Matching sessions, attend expert-led conferences, and participate in networking activities spanning the full spectrum of OEM parts, aftermarket, tyres, and related technologies and servicesincluding automation, robotics, and advanced mobility solutions.
Operators, investors, and interested parties are invited to attend and register their complimentary passes. For additional information, please visit: www.futuremobilitythailand.com // www.tyrexpoasia.com // www.automrotive.com