Pakistan Auto Show 2016 attracting large crowds with Technology Updates & Training Sessions

As the Pakistan Auto Show 2016 entered its 2nd Day, large crowds continued to gather and seek valuable information and knowledge. The grand event being held at the Expo Centre in LahTrore, will continue from the 4th to 6th of March 2016. Organized by the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM), it features more than 135 international & local Auto-manufacturers and related enterprises and showcases the vast potential of Pakistan’s robust Automotive industry. It also features numerous insightful training sessions where industry experts are providing technology updates and authentic knowledge to the thousands of professionals and visitors thronging the exhibition.

On 2^nd day of the Show among the high profile visitors Federal Secretary for Industry, Italian Ambassador in Pakistan –Mr. Stefano, Co-chairman of Auto policy Committee ECC, -Mr. Zubair witnessed the exhibition. Furthermore, Mr. Ali Zafar, the brand Ambassador of Yamaha also visited the expo center.

The Chief Organizer of the Pakistan Auto Show 2016 – Syed Nabeel Hashmi appreciated the overwhelming response of the stakeholders and stated that: The PSDC Seminars and Workshops being held during the Auto Show are a great attraction for the industry professionals. Conducted by very learned speakers these sessions will disseminate high-valued information. The session topics include: “Quality Function Deployment, Cost Effective Customized Solutions, Materials for Auto Manufacturing, Exhaust Plume Flow Visualization for Qualitative Analysis of Engine Combustion Performance, Motion Control of Future Electric Vehicle fitted with In-Wheel, Intersection of Research and Commercialization, Addressing 2 & 3 wheeler problems, Development of Auto Parts Sector by SMEDA, Automotive Crashworthiness, Wise Decisions on Cost of Quality, and Developing Exporting Skills.

The Chairman of PAAPAM - Mr, Mumshad Ali commented that; PAAPAM is committed to play a key role as the binding force for the Auto industry. Since its incorporation in the year 1999, PAAPAM has successfully grown to 292 registered members. The estimated number of Parts-Manufacturers in Pakistan includes; 670 units in Tier One, 900 units in Tier Two and 1300 units in Tier Three. This industry comprises of 500,000 skilled workers as Direct Employees and 2.4 million indirect employees (Total 2.9 million). With an Investments volume of Rs.270 billion, this industry contributes a revenue of Rs 110 billion per annum to the national exchequer. It has achieved an Import substitution worth US$ 3.3 billion per annum and an Exports volume of US$ 110 million per annum.

The SVC of PAAPAM – Mr. Mashood Ali Khan stated that; As the demand for automobiles is expected to rise continuously over the next 3-5 years, the big challenge for Pakistan is to nurture local assemblers & vendors and rapidly generate investments in capacity building to meet the sharply rising demand. The base of Engineering Technologies in this industry is spread across; Sheet Metal Parts, Plastic Injection and Blow Molding, Rubber Components, Steel Forging & machining, Foundry / Castings, Aluminum Die Casting & machining and Electrical & Electronics, so we need to work on multiple fronts to achieve our growth objectives, while consistently maintaining the quality of our products.

The Vice Chairman of PAAPAM – Mr. Mahmood Alam Sherani stated that; This industry has already achieved a high level of localization, whereby it boasts: 75% localization in Cars & HCVs, 96% in Tractors, 96% in Motorcycles and 80% in Three Wheelers. Its products are being exported to; The European Union, USA, African Countries and all over Asia. The Annual production in 2015 had reached; 180,000 cars, 1.8 million motorcycles, 4000 Trucks, 600 Busses, 47,000 Tractors and 50,000 Three wheelers.

Other Members of the organizing team who played a key role in making this event a roaring success, include: Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed, Mr Mohd. Saleem, Mr Mehboob, Mr Taufiq, Mr Rehan, Mr Shafqat, Mr Mansoor, Mr Saeed and many more. Sixteen Universities are also participating in the Pakistan Auto Show 2016, to present their innovations & engineering projects. The Award-winning universities for their innovations and Engineering Projects include: University of Engineering & Technology Lahore, National University of Sciences & Technology, Institute of Space Technology Islamabad, NED University of Engg. & Technology Karachi, and the National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences FAST Lahore. Other Awards in the Arts, Live Drawing and Sculptures category goes to: Beaconhouse National University, National College of Arts and the University of Engg. & Technology Lahore.

At the end of the second day of the show there was a sumptuous Gala dinner and a musical night arrangements for the participants.

Pakistan Auto Show 2016 concludes with More than 100,000 visitors and a new resolve to accelerate progress.

The Pakistan Auto Show 2016 concluded at the Expo Centre in Lahore. The 3 day grand event, organized by the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) from 4^th to 6^th of March 2016, attracted large crowds of more than One hundred thousand visitors and professionals, seeking fresh technological insights and valuable knowledge on the advancement of engineering in the industry. It featured a vast range of products and process displays from more than 200 international & local Auto-manufacturers and a myriad of enterprises operating in the relevant sectors. This pioneering exhibition showcases the robust growth and vast potential of Pakistan’s Automobile industry, reflecting the nation’s pursuit to become the future hub for auto manufacturing and engineering.

The Auto Show also featured numerous insightful seminars and training workshops, conducted by very learned speakers and experts, who disseminated high-valued information. These sessions were greatly appreciated by the industry professionals. A spectacular closing ceremony was orchestrated to conclude the show with great fanfare, where the leading personalities of the Automobile industry, the engineering communities and the regulatory authorities were present along with senior government officials, prominent social personalities and showbiz stars, like; Ali Zafar – the Pop music icon.

The Chairman of PAAPAM - Mr, Mumshad Ali stated that; as the demand for automobiles is expected to rise continuously over the next 3-5 years, the big challenge for Pakistan is to nurture local assemblers & vendors and ensure rapid investments in capacity-building, to meet the sharply rising demand. This industry has already achieved a high level of localization, whereby it boasts: 75% localization in Cars & HCVs, 96% in Tractors, 96% in Motorcycles and 80% in Three Wheelers. Its products are being exported to; The European Union, USA, African Countries and all over Asia. The Annual production in 2015 had reached; 180,000 cars, 1.8 million motorcycles, 4000 Trucks, 600 Busses, 47,000 Tractors and 50,000 Three wheelers.

The Chief Organizer of Pakistan Auto Show 2016 - Syed Nabeel Hashmi said that: "Pakistan Auto Show has once again proved that; it is the most resourceful, high-profiled event, playing a pivotal role in nurturing innovation, knowledge-exchange and collaborative ventures in the automotive industry. Revolutionary ideas and technological concepts are shared at this vibrant platform by the world’s foremost technology companies. Global Automobile Brands and experts enrich the deliberations, along with spare-parts manufacturers, component suppliers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM vendors), automobile traders, investors, buyers and enthusiasts, who want to expand their business networks and knowledge-base." He further added that; “Looking at the resounding success of this year’s event, we are thoroughly inspired to orchestrate the next year’s Auto Show on a much larger scale. However, we would like to urge the government to complete the construction of the Expo Centre in Lahore urgently, because in its current state this facility cannot accommodate the vast automobile industry of Pakistan. I would like to thank the stakeholders of this industry for making this show the ‘Biggest annual Automotive Event of the nation’. The industry leaders have urged the government to devise an effective Auto Policy in consultation with the experts, because this critical policy has been long awaited to enable faster progress of our industry. PAAPAM is fully committed to play a key role as the binding force for the Auto industry. Since its incorporation in the year 1999, PAAPAM has successfully grown to 292 registered members.” He further said “There are almost 3000 Auto Parts-Manufacturers operating all over Pakistan, whereby this industry has created almost 3 million jobs and opportunities for respectable income, engaging 500,000 skilled workers as Direct Employees and 2.4 million indirect employees. It has generated a robust Investment volume of Rs.270 billion, and contributes revenues of Rs. 110 billion per year to the national exchequer. It has also achieved an Import substitution worth US$ 3.3 billion per annum and an Exports volume of US$ 110 million per annum. Pakistan is already the cheapest source in the world, for producing tractors”.

The Senior Vice Chairman of PAAPAM – Mr. Mashood ali Khan stated that; We are delighted to see that the 2016 event received an overwhelming response from industry stakeholders, international large-scale buyers and diverse consumer segments, as the exhibition featured a wide range of products including; cars, tractors, trucks, buses, 4X4, Motorcycles, three wheelers and exotic cars. The presence of Globally leading companies like; Toyota, Honda, Suzuki, Isuzu, Hino, UD Nissan and Yamaha from Japan, Massey Ferguson Tractors and Land Rover from UK, Fiat Tractors from Italy, FAW Trucks & Cars from China and many more, have thoroughly enriched the proceedings of the exhibition.

The event also attracts precision-engineering experts, Raw Material suppliers, used-car dealers, service, repairs, body-work professionals, Automobile Financing companies and other Service Providers. The industry experts held extensive deliberations to overcome the challenges and devise collective growth strategies. Several prestigious universities presented their innovations and insightful academic projects during the event. It promoted a wide array of advanced technologies and solutions, including; Engines, Casting, Forging, Sheet Metals, Jigs & Fixtures, along with electronics, car-paints, tools, tires, batteries, plastic parts, Rubber parts and accessories. During the event, the visitors could also acquire valuable information on Car-financing, Auto-insurance, Service-centers, etc.

Other Members of the organizing team who played a key role in making this event a roaring success, include: Mr Mohd. Saleem, Mr Shafqat, Mr Mehboob, Mr Taufiq, Mr Mansoor, Mr Saeed, Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed, , Mr Rehan,   and many more. For more information and queries,

Huawei’s All New Flagship Smart Phone; Huawei P9 Will Soon Rule The Market

Huawei has been producing the best smart technology phones over the years, with an amazingly advanced  and progressive consistency. Last year, in 2015, Huawei swayed the consumer markets around the world and offered a wide range of high end low end smart phone. Also, it has witnessed  an overwhelmingly great response from the customers. Similarly, just with the start of this year, Huawei has already come up Huawei Mate 8 and Huawei Honor 5X and new records of sales hit the board. Adding to this, Huawei is going to introduce its all new flagship smart phone, Huawei P9.

Huawei P9 is the most awaited as well as the most talked-about handset. The customers, especially here in Pakistan, are eager to see the new product with a confidence in Huawei’ innovative approach as so far Huawei stood remarkably successful in this regard. Huawei P9 will be available in 4 exciting versions, which are expected to be revealed at the media event at the international market soon. A Few images and design along with the specifications are rumored in the market. And according to the leaks, the Huawei P9 model will have entirely distinct looks a compared to the previous model by the company. And that would be great because Huawei is the only global technology leader who has a convention to bring distinct looks for its new products unlike other brands.

The rumors and leaks have confirmed that the Huawei P9 will be available with a dual camera on the rear side. And a fingerprint scanner will be at the back of the smart phone. Expected four versions of Huawei P9 are reported as Huawei P8, Huawei P9 Lite, P9 Max and the fourth one is yet to be discovered by the  media and Huawei brand lovers, as it is may be going to be a custom version.

Another interesting thing is Huawei will offer its new and powerful chipset, kirin955 in its top of the line version of Huawei P9. It sounds fun and, no doubt, with the introduction of Huawei P9 the technology giant will fiercely crush the competitors in the consumer market. This also reveals how Huawei is strongly heading towards the goals it has announced, at the start of this year, to achieve in the technology market. With such a consistency and innovative approach Huawei will soon be a number one technology manufacturer in the world.

Huawei Experience Zone At BNU Bestival Enhanced The Fun

Last night an exciting occasion was witnessed at the BNU, Tarogil Campus, Lahore. The event was included thrilling concert by Noori, Fashion Walk, Games and competitions. But among these activities Huawei Experience Zone shines as well, where students and participants rushed to lay their hands on Huawei’s flagship smart phone, Huawei Mate 8 and all new, full metal body Honor 5X. Huawei has always been a keen opportunist with respect to providing the loyal customers and brand followers exciting surprises. And the role of Huawei in the BNU Bestival is a sheer exposure of this.

The experience Zone was visited by a large number of participants of the event and they enjoyed the first hand experience of Huawei Mate 8. Although the remarkable sales of Huawei Mate 8 since its launch depict that the smart phone is highly endorsed and most popular handset in the market. In fact, a large number of customers purchased the Mate 8 and market is already well aware of the supremely elegant and exquisite design, mammoth large battery capacity, smartest camera and many more. Yet, it has been Huawei’s policy to provide its customer vital importance and allow them to experience the best of Huawei products among the delightful events.

The Huawei Honor 5X has also attracted the participants of the event. Honor 5X is a real beauty in its stylish design and cool features. The participants took pictures and amazed with the camera quality of Huawei devices. It is certain that Huawei is a real champ in the customer market with respect to high quality products and customer satisfaction approach. And above all, Huawei’s participation in the entertainment for its customers is irresistibly awesome. Customers here in Pakistan are truly and overwhelmingly in love with the best global technology brand, Huawei.

Chief Engineering Development Board (EDB) inaugurates Pakistan’s largest automobile event in LAHORE

The Cheif Executive Officer Engineering Development Board –  Tariq Chaudhry inaugurated the Pakistan Auto Show 2016 at the Expo Centre in Lahore. This annual event will continue from the 4th to 6th of March 2016. Organized by the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM), the grand event features more than 135 international & local Auto-manufacturers and related enterprises. This pioneering exhibition showcases the robust growth and vast potential of Pakistan’s Automobile industry. It reflects the nation’s pursuit to become the future hub for auto manufacturing, since Pakistan is already the cheapest source in the world, for producing tractors.

Speaking to the media, during the spectacular inaugural ceremony, The Cheif Executive Officer Engineering Development Board –  Tariq Chaudhry  stated that: “Pakistan’s Automobile Industry continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening the national economy and elevating the image of Pakistan as a progressive country with a strong industrial base. The government is deeply committed to take all possible measures to encourage large-scale investments and enhance the business friendly environment for the Automotive and engineering sectors. We endeavour to provide a more enabling infrastructure, on war footings, to set up industries all over Pakistan. I congratulate our local industrialists and engineers who have achieved remarkable success in establishing a sophisticated engineering sector, which is creating tremendous new opportunities for value-added exports.” 

Chairman PAAPAM  Mumshad Ali stated that "The demand for automobiles is expected to rise continuously over the next 3-5 years. Countries of comparable population, such as Indonesia, produce 1.3 million vehicles annually. The big challenge for the Government is to give confidence to local assemblers & vendors to make immediate investments in capacity expansion to meet the upcoming demand.

The Chief Organizer of Pakistan Auto Show 2016 and the former Chairman of PAAPAM - Syed Nabeel Hashmi said that: "Over the years, the Pakistan Auto show has emerged as the most resourceful platform for enabling a Paradigm-Shift in Pakistan’s Automotive industry. Today, this Mega event attracts more than 75,000 visitors from all over Pakistan and abroad to see the revolutionary technologies being deployed in Pakistan. These participants include the global Automobile Brands, along with spare-parts manufacturers, component suppliers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM vendors), automobile traders, investors, buyers and enthusiasts, who want to expand their business networks and gain more information about the innovations and products in this sector." Mr Hashmi further added that its the Automotive Industry only which being a captial and highly value added indsutry can can boost Pakistan's large scale manufacturing to over 6%-7%.  The Indsutry gives massive employment as well as upgrades the society at large technologically.  Mr Hashmi also asked for completion of the Lahore Expo centre which being in the stage it is cannot fully accommodate the whole auto indstry under one roof.

The inaugural day at the show, saw an overwhelming response from industry stakeholders, international large-scale buyers and diverse consumer segments, as the Pakistan Auto Show features; cars, tractors, trucks, buses, 4X4, Motorcycles, three wheelers and exotic cars, while promoting a wide array of advanced technologies and solutions, including; Engines, Casting, Forging, Sheet Metals, Jigs & Fixtures, along with electronics, car-paints, tools, tires, batteries, plastic parts, Rubber parts and accessories. During the event, the visitors can also acquire valuable information on Car-financing, Auto-insurance, Service-centres and other relevant offerings.

The three day event also facilitates valuable training sessions, cohesive initiatives and technological collaborations among the Auto-engineering and trading communities in the industry, to accelerate industrial development said Mashood Ali Khan, Senior vice Chairman PAAPAM

The event also attracts relevant Government officials, regulators, precision-engineering experts, Raw Material suppliers, used-car dealers, service, repairs, body-work professionals, Automobile Financing companies and other Service Providers. The industry experts will hold extensive deliberations to overcome the challenges and devise collective growth strategies. Several prestigious universities will present their insightful Academic projects during the event.

The participating companies include leading auto manufacturers from several industrially advanced countries, including; Toyota, Honda, Suzuki, Isuzu, Hino, UD Nissan and Yamaha from Japan, Massey Ferguson Tractors and Land Rover from UK, Fiat Tractors from Italy, FAW Trucks & Cars from China and many more. For more information and queries, please visit: www.pakistanautoshow.com.

Huawei Mate 8 Cricket Season Offer

A wave of excitement has been raised by Huawei in this cricket season. To raise the excitement and thrill of this cricket season, and to serve its loyal customers, Huawei presents a remarkable price reduction against the purchase of Huawei’s best flagship smart phones, Huawei Mate 8. Customers can visit the nearest Huawei brand outlet to avail the cricket season offer and grab their Huawei Mate 8 in Rs. 6000/- discount on total amount. The new prices for Huawei Mate8 High and Standard version are Rs. 63,999 and Rs. 54,999, respectively. Furthermore, this is a limited time offer that the customers actually cannot afford to miss in any case. The Huawei brand lovers will be offered with this price reduction from 3^rd March till 3^rd April, 2016.

Huawei has been remarkably successful in capturing customer market around the world with the best of its high technology and superior quality products. Huawei offers consumers most advanced smart phone features and it has a tradition of progressively enhancing the consumer experience with respect to the latest technological innovations. Only in the previous year, 2015, Huawei has witnessed incredible growth of 44% in smart phones shipments across the global markets. Also in Pakistan, Huawei has been enjoying a huge consumer pool that in turn marked Pakistan as the third largest market with incredible growth rate after China and New Zeeland.

The success mantra of Huawei has always been to renovate the conception of smart technology and address the customer demand at the highest priority. Customer satisfaction level is a whole new thing to define when someone’s talking about the Huawei smart phones. Huawei combines the best and the most advanced technology, manufacturing designs and features based on customer needs and above all best affordable price in one place. Even a step ahead, Huawei has also offered some exciting entertainment and glamorous touch to its style of serving the consumers. Recently, Huawei has already sponsored Mr. Moin Khan for his campaign “My Huawei My Pakistan”.  And now Huawei has sponsored the Beacon House National University’s Bestival, and there are many more like these.

Huawei Mate 8 has incredible features of 16MP best camera, highly efficient fingerprint scanner with multi-purpose usability options, classically exquisite design, and wonderfully vibrant color display of 6” inches. But the most amazing thing about Huawei Mate 8 is the powerful battery with large power storage capacity and ultra speed recharging features. Also Huawei has manufactured the Mate 8 with Huawei-made kirin950 chipset that offers multiple combinations for the most efficient power consumptions and high performance simultaneously. Who wouldn’t want this piece of technology in their hands and at such a discounted price!

Huawei will Shine at The BNU Bestival 2016

Recently Huawei has sponsored a four day event named, BNU Bestival, with numerous activities from 3^rd to 6^th Of March. Its the fourth installment of BNU Bestival and this year it features the theme of Quintessence.The event includes a concert by Nooori on 4th and amongst the competitions five are solely sponsored by Huawei. On the 4^th day of the Bsetival a fashion show will be held and two of the participating models will be selected for Huawei’s upcoming commercial conditional to their remarkable performance in the show.

Huawei has been equally supportive of the entertainment activities and promotes the opportunities of such event for its customers in Pakistan, especially. Huawei has earned the trust through its commitment to customer satisfaction, highly innovative approach in designing new products and comparatively affordable prices for the products.

During the BNU Bestival 2016 this expression of trust and popularity among the customers will be  experienced by the Huawei team and the media, equally. Huawei brand lovers will be delighted to see the Huawei Products- Mate 8 and Honor 5X at the mega event. Huawei expresses its determination to consistently bring innovative products to its customers while contributing its best efforts to promote such exciting and thrilling events like BNU Bestival 2016.

The show is being sponsored by Huawei, and it will be a successful event just like the previous entertainment and fashion events supported by the technology giant.