CIAIE - GBA International Automobile Interiors and Exteriors Exhibition Shanghai

The CIAIE – GBA International Automobile Interiors and Exteriors Exhibition is one of Asia’s leading trade fairs for automotive interiors, exteriors and intelligent vehicle technologies. CIAIE stands for “China International Automobile Interiors and Exteriors Exhibition” and serves as an international industry platform covering the entire value chain of modern vehicle interior and exterior systems. Held annually at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Shanghai, the exhibition brings together leading manufacturers, technology providers, suppliers and industry professionals from around the world.

The event is organised by INFO Conference & Exhibition Shanghai Co., Ltd., an experienced organiser of international trade exhibitions for industrial and technology markets. With around 1,000 exhibitors expected to participate, CIAIE has established itself as one of the automotive sector’s foremost innovation platforms. It provides manufacturers, suppliers and development partners with an opportunity to showcase new products and technologies while building and strengthening international business relationships.

The exhibition focuses on the latest developments in vehicle interiors, exterior components, intelligent cockpit systems, electric mobility and digital vehicle architectures. It also features innovative solutions for autonomous driving, connected vehicles, human–machine interfaces (HMI), automotive displays, and software and hardware platforms. Other key areas include intelligent electronic systems, lightweight design concepts and advanced materials such as plastics, composite materials, and sustainable and recyclable alternatives. The exhibition portfolio is further complemented by bonding, sealing and joining technologies, automotive lighting systems, body and trim components, as well as advanced manufacturing and automation solutions for vehicle production.

As a result, the exhibition covers virtually every aspect of modern vehicle development—from seats, door panels, headliners and steering wheels to bumpers, grilles and exterior mirrors, through to digital cockpits, sensor technologies, software solutions and intelligent production systems. Visitors gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, manufacturing processes and innovations that are shaping the future of the automotive industry.

CIAIE’s significance is further enhanced by its location. Shanghai is one of China’s leading industrial, technological and economic centres and plays a pivotal role in the global automotive sector. China is now the world’s largest automotive market and a global leader in the development of electric vehicles and intelligent mobility solutions. The exhibition therefore serves as a bridge between Chinese manufacturers and international companies from major automotive nations including Germany, the United States, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, France and Italy.

Highlights of the event include a wide range of industry forums, technology conferences, expert presentations and networking events, where the latest market trends, innovative applications and future developments are explored and discussed. The emphasis is on knowledge exchange, business development and technological advancement. Showcase presentations of new products and pioneering technologies further contribute to the exhibition’s strong international profile.

Exhibitors primarily represent the fields of vehicle manufacturing, automotive supply, automotive engineering, electronics, software development, materials engineering, plastics and composites, lighting technology, automation, mechanical engineering and industrial manufacturing. Trade visitors typically include professionals from the automotive industry, vehicle design, research and development, procurement, product management, production, quality management, and technology and engineering companies.

The Shanghai New International Expo Centre provides one of the largest and most advanced exhibition venues in Asia. Located in Shanghai’s Pudong district, the venue benefits from excellent public transport connections. Visitors can easily reach the SNIEC via several metro lines, shuttle services and taxis, as well as through Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Combining state-of-the-art infrastructure, a truly international exhibition environment and the dynamism of one of China’s most important economic centres, Shanghai provides the ideal setting for CIAIE as a key meeting place for the future of the global automotive industry.

The 21st edition of the CIAIE - GBA International Automobile Interiors and Exteriors Exhibition takes place on 3 days from Wed., 12.08.2026 to Fri., 14.08.2026 in Shanghai.