May 2015
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Toyota Australia unveils the new-look Camry
Albury Wodonga AMFP Day
Australian auto aftermarket shifts into top gear
Keynotes on the investment Seminar from the Thai BOI
Green Automotive Trade Mission to Thailand
FAPM Submission to Federal Government Inquiry
Motor Vehicle Standards Act Review
LAND 400 registerations for supply
Introduction to UKTI Australia – Meet the Buyer
Second Biennial Manufacturer’s Pavilion
Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing Summit
China International Auto Products Expo(CIAPE)
Equip auto 2015
Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition
Article: Kerina Alter
Service Providers
Toyota Australia unveils the new-look Camry
On Tuesday 28 April, 2015, Toyota Australia unveiled the last model to be built at its Altona manufacturing plants;
the new-look Camry.
Along with the facelift Aurion, the new-look Camry and Camry Hybrid will be in production until the company stops
manufacturing at the end of 2017.
Toyota’s press release can be accessed here and article by automotive journalist Joshua Dowling can be accessed
here.
Albury Wodonga AMFP Industry Day on May 29
The Australian Manufacturing and Farming Program was founded in 2011 by Senator John Madigan, Senator Nick
Xenophon and Bob Katter MP to put the focus back on the benefits manufacturing and farming bring to
communities and the country.
Working with the office of the independent Member for Indi Cathy McGowan, the Albury Wodonga industry day on
May 29 – themed Position Perfect – will be the biggest and best.
Click here for to access the invitation and here to register your attendance.
The program is completely non-political and bipartisan. The focus is on manufacturers, farmers and food
processors, showcasing their work and providing the opportunity for them to network with other community leaders,
members of the public, schools and tertiary education institutions, and politicians of all persuasions.
The day consists of both an exhibition/trade show and several panel sessions. There is no charge to be involved.
Australian auto aftermarket shifts into top gear
The 2015 Auto Aftermarket Expo was held in Melbourne from 16 to 18 April showcasing automotive aftermarket
suppliers, manufacturers and exporters.
Hosted biennially by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA), the Expo hosted 420 exhibitors
from 21 countries across more than five acres of floor space. In addition, 30 other organisations staged their own
events. The trade only event attracted 10,266 technicians and workshop owners and managers and increase of
34% on the 2013 Expo held in Sydney.
A comprehensive report on the Expo can be accessed here.
In addition, press releases from the winners of the 2015 AAAA Excellence Awards and 2015 AAAA Innovation
Awards can be accessed here. Special mention to FAPM members company FMP Group Australia for their win in
the innovation category of Servicing Tools & Equipment Product.
Keynotes on the investment seminar from the Thailand Government Board of
Investment (BOI)
The Australian automotive market place is still of particular interest as Thailand prepares for a pending economic
boost with launch of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) multi-lateral trading bloc in December 2015.
The Thailand Board of Investment Deputy Secretary General Bol Khun Duangjai Asawachintachit spoke of ‘How
the Thai Government can assist Australian companies to establish a presence in Thailand together with
financial incentives and facilitation services, as well as trade conditions under the new ASEAN cooperation
agreement’ at the Auto Aftermarket Expo.
The BOI media release can be accessed here. For more information, contact Mr Tim Gauci on 0410 173 268 or
tim@gauciconsulting.com.
Green automotive Trade Mission to Thailand
Austrade Thailand will organise a trade mission focused on green automotive technology including electric vehicles
and Eco Car II during 9 – 11 June 2015.
In October 2013, the Thai government endorsed the Eco Car Phase II project to attract car manufacturers to invest
in new environmentally friendly car programs, by providing privileges such as lower excise tax on the vehicles and
a 6-year corporate income tax.
These programs offer opportunities for Australian companies that have related technologies to match the
requirements of local components and car manufacturers.
For more information please download the official brochure here or contact Mr Phil Bourke at Austrade on 03 9648
3170 or Philip.Bourke@austrade.gov.au.
FAPM submission to Federal Government Inquiry
On 25 November 2014, the Senate referred an inquiry into the future of Australia’s automotive industry to the
Senate Economics References Committee for inquiry and report.
The FAPM has completed its submission which can be found on the on Inquiry website accessible here.
This is a year-long extensive inquiry into all aspects of the automotive industry which is scheduled to report to the
Senate by 1 November 2015.
A copy of the terms of reference can be found here. Submissions close by 29 May 2015.
We encourage all member companies to also make a submission as this inquiry is broad reaching and covers all
aspects of our industry.
Motor Vehicle Standards Act Review
On 16 April 2015, the Federal Government announced more detail on its review of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act
1989 (Act).
The Act regulates vehicle standards for new motor vehicles and the supply of used imported vehicles. The terms of
reference for the review can be accessed here.
The review of the Act is now open to public consultation, until the end of May 2015. The consultation process will
lead to the publication of a Regulatory Impact Statement and influence the Government’s final deciion on any
reform to the Act. Comments can be made by email to MVSreview@infrastructure.gov.au.
LAND 400 registerations for supply
LAND Combat Vehicle System (LCVS) is one of Defence’s most significant capability programs both in terms of
acquisition cost and its impact on the Army’s war fighting capability.
First Pass approval for Phase 2 of the program was announced on 19 Feb by the Ministers for Defence and
Industry. Information on the project is available here.
The DMO’s Defence Industry Division is seeking registrations from any company which may have the potential to
supply each facet of the LAND 400 program.
Introduction to UKTI Australia – meet the buyer
UKTI would like to invite Australian supply chain companies to the SMMT’s Meet the Buyer event that is being held
in the UK on 12 May 2015.
SMMT with UKTI’s Automotive Investment Organisation (AIO) will jointly host the event in 2015 to support the
sourcing activities of both UK and overseas purchasing organisations, and encourage inwards investment in
processes not currently supported in the UK.
The directors of purchasing for all of the OEMs have committed to attend with their teams.
An information pack for interested companies is accessible here.
Please contact Ayden Darmenia, Trade Development Officer for more information:
P: 02 8247 2244
E: ayden.darmenia@mobile.ukti.gov.uk
Second Biennial Manufacturer’s Pavilion – save the date
The Second Biennial Manufacturers’ Pavilion at Austech 2015 will take place from 26th – 29th May at Melbourne
Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Running alongside Austech and National Manufacturing Week, AMTIL’s Manufacturers Pavilion includes:
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Australian Manufacturers showcasing their capabilities
A comprehensive four day speaker program
Exclusive Networking Functions
OEM displays.
A limited number of exhibition booths are available within this exclusive pavilion for Australian Manufacturers.
To find out more about Austech 2015, click here.
To exhibit, download the Manufacturer’s Pavilion Exhibitor Prospectus.
For further information, please contact AMTIL Events Manager Kim Warren at kwarren@amtil.com.au or 0417 146
102.
Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing Summit 2015 - Jakarta
The Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing Summit 2015 will be held on the 3-4 August 2015 in
Jakarta by RINGIER in association with Thai Autobook 2015 and the Thai-European Business Association (TEBA).
For a draft program click here.
A range of packages will be offered to Australian suppliers interested in attending. Stay tuned for more information.
China International Auto Products Expo (CIAPE) – 19 - 22 September 2015
CIAPE is the exclusive state-level professional expo and the leading trade fair in the Chinese automotive industry.
The 250,000㎡ exhibition area which covers thousands of leading companies in automotive industry, CIAPE offers
a unique meeting place for vehicle makers, OEM manufacturers, aftermarket manufacturers, traders, dealers,
repair chain stores, auto parts centers, workshops and service providers.
For more information visit the website here.
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Equip Auto – 13 - 17 October 2015
EQUIP AUTO is an international event for professionals in the aftersales industry for all vehicles.
An international and biennial exhibition, EQUIP AUTO is one of the industry's key B2B events. For 40 years,
EQUIP AUTO has been helping companies to grow their business in the international aftermarket sector and
services markets for all vehicles in France and EMEA.
With unprecedented access to the French market (worth 30 billion euros annually), the show also takes advantage
of an impressive international spread with 30%* visitors and 75%* exhibitors from abroad.
More information and registration here.
Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition – Seoul, 22 -25 October, 2015
Applications are now invited from Australian defence companies interested in participating in the Team Defence
Australia mission to the Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition (ADEX) 2015.
Applications close 20 May 2015.
For more information on this exhibition being held at Seoul Airport, access the flyer here or contact Kelly Scott on
teamaustralia@defence.gov.au or Kelly.scott1@defence.gov.au.
Article: ‘Redundancy support services help employees see the opportunity in
change’ – Kerina Alter, Director, Altered Career
Kerina Alter is a career transition specialist and job search coach and has substantial involvement in the
automotive industry.
In this article, Kerina speaks of the opportunities for automotive supply chain employees as local OE manufacturing
declines as well as the ability for personal growth during this unprecedented time.
To read her article, click here.
For more information, contact Kerina on 0412 514 534 or kerina@alteredcareer.com.au.
SERVICE PROVIDERS
Article: ‘Are you prepared for the exit of the Big Three?’ – Damian Menzies, Choice
Career Services
By the end of 2017, the Big Three will have left Australia, changing the automotive manufacturing landscape for
good.
In this article, Damian Menzies, Director at Choice Career Services, looks at what questions suppliers need to ask
themselves and what needs to be done to be prepared.
Access the full article here and watch the video by clicking on the picture to the left.
For a free consultation, call 1800 823 213.
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