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INDUSTRY CONFERENCEDate: 14 - 15 October 2014The 2 day automotive industry conference, developed by industry, for industry brings together South Africa’s automotive leaders and global experts in deliberation around key global and local developments towards establishing a roadmap for achieving the objective of producing 1.2million vehicles in South Africa by 2020. Australia’s auto industry collapse, Nigeria’s auto manufacturing re-birth, the APDP, ASCCI and opportunities for growth and exports into Africa will come under the spotlight. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

DEFENDING THE PRICETM WORKSHOPDate: 16 October 2014Defending Price™ is specifically designed to help automotive industry suppliers resist demands for discounts. Learn how to quantify the cost savings associated with shorter supply chains, lower defect rates, less scrap, better quality. Hear about success stories and best practices from within the supplier community. Begin documenting and quantifying the value of your products and services.Understand how to develop effective sales & marketing materials and presentations that justify your price. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

MANUFACTURING AND TOOLING INNOVATIONS SEMINARDate: 15 October 2014The Seminar features the latest automotive technologies spanning design, prototyping, materials, tooling and manufacture. With the ever increasing requirements of emission reduction and vehicle lightweighting, novel solutions in materials engineering, design and manufacture need to be explored for next generation mobility, including new powertrain solutions The Seminar will provide a platform for local and international specialists to share ideas about the road ahead in this highly competitive industry. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN SOUTH AFRICA WORKSHOP HOSTED BY: T-SYSTEMSDate: 16 October 2014The workshop will be hosted by industry experts from Vehicle OEMs, Charge Network Technology Providers, Financiers and Government that are at the coal face (or is that the electron) of the development of this fledgling industry. The Electric Vehicle (EV) industry is gaining traction worldwide, fuelled by climate changes, dwindling fossil fuel reserves and the need for effective communication modes. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORKSHOPDate: 14 October 2014This workshop is hosted by the Industrial Energy Efficiency Project in South Africa. It will look at the benefits of implementing an ISO 50001 based energy management system in your plant, with case studies from industry success stories. IEE Project experts will also present on the practical steps that can and should be taken to improve energy efficiency in an automotive plant of any size and how and why to aim for ISO 50001 certification.[For more information click here] [To book click here]

DIGITAL SHOWROOMS: BREAKFAST PRESENTATIONSPONSORED BY: GUMTREEDate: 14 October 2014Online Selling has Transformed Auto Retailing. Digital showrooms are now more important than the dealership floor! The presentation is a must for Dealer Principles, owners and Sales staff. Join this workshop to keep abreast of the online sales channel and its nuances. Mastering these will boost sales and give you an edge on your competitors.[For more information click here] [To book click here]

OEMS SUPPLIERS BREAKFASTHOSTED BY: NAAMSA PURCHASING COUNCILDate: 16 October 2014South Africa’s OEM purchasing heads (NAAMSA Purchasing Council) will be present to address suppliers on the latest developments, and specifically the purpose and activity of the Council. The address will be led by Council Chair, Theunis Rootman. The breakfast will be hosted at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand from 8.30am-10am. All delegates get free access to the tradeshow and online match-making programme. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

MALAYSIAN RUBBER PRESENTATIONDate: 14 October 2014The Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC) is an export promotion agency for rubber and rubber manufactured products from Malaysia. It acts as a link between buyers / importers and rubber product manufacturers in Malaysia. Hosted by the Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council, this session, will introduce Malaysia’s rubber production and rubber component manufacturing capabilities and trade opportunities to the African industry. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

NETWORKING COCKTAIL FUNCTIONDate: 14 October 2014As the official reception for international delegations and participants, the Cocktail Networking Function is a highlight of the Week.

Join the dignitaries including, national government officials and Industry leaders for an evening of networking and entertainment. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

TRADE SHOWDate: 14 - 16 October 2014South African Automotive Week is the only automotive event in South Africa and one of a few on the continent that focuses on component manufacturing and the opportunities for trade in the manufacturing and down and up-stream sectors. Held every two years, South African Automotive Week, is the continent’s showcase for manufacturers of all vehicle components. A key feature is the unprecedented level of participation from policy makers, government agencies, industry associations and manufacturers. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

Build your brand, boost sales and network with policy makers and industry stakeholders including existing and future clients by securing your participation in the following activities which form part of South African Automotive Week. The Week is hosted by South African industry associations and government.

ADVERTISE IN THE OFFICIAL EVENT MAGAZINEDate: 14 - 16 October 2014Advertise in the official South African Automotive Week Event Magazine/Catalogue to ensure greater brand awareness.

Book an A4, full colour advert in the official Event Magazine/Catalogue, to be distributed to all visitors, delegates and exhibitors. 10 000 copies distributed to all participants. [For more information click here] [To book click here]

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NAACAM AGMDate: 16 October 2014The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers of South Africa (NAACAM) will be hosting their Annual General Meeting and dinner at South African Automotive WeekFor NAACAM members only. For more information contact Helena Marx: Tel: +27 (0)11 392-5748 / 4060Fax: +27 (0)86 659 0494www.naacam.co.za