The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, surpassed expectations with its expansive and innovative components display. It is a testimony to tier suppliers and ancillaries steering towards the future value chain, writes Ashish Bhatia.
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 took place in three prominent venues in the Delhi-NCR region: Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Yashobhoomi in Dwarka, and the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida. Centred around the theme “Beyond Boundaries: Co-creating Future Automotive Value Chain,” the expo built on the success of its inaugural edition in 2024. This year’s event represented a significant advancement in scale, innovation, and global engagement. 97 product and technology launches were showcased at the Auto Components Show in Yashobhoomi.
Each venue featured distinct segments of the expo. Yashobhoomi in Dwarka in particular offered state-of-the-art infrastructure for over 1,000 component exhibitors. The layout was designed for easy navigation, enhancing the overall experience for attendees. Shradha Suri Marwah, President of ACMA remarked, “The Components Show is a testament to the readiness of India’s automotive industry to lead in future technologies, especially in e-mobility and alternative fuel sectors. The auto component industry, in alignment with OEMs, continues to innovate and evolve to meet the demands of a sustainable and electrified mobility ecosystem.”
Expanded scope and participation
The inaugural edition in 2024 featured more than 100,000 sq. m. of exhibition space, hosting over 800 exhibitors and attracting more than 150,000 visitors. In 2025, the expo significantly surpassed these numbers, expanding to an exhibition area of over 200,000 sq. m. which allowed for more comprehensive displays and interactive showcases. This year, attendance exceeded 500,000 with participants including industry professionals, business leaders, and global buyers from more than 50 countries, representing both established market leaders and emerging innovators.
Ø Spotlight on the Auto Components Show
One of the most highly anticipated segments of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo was the Components Show, which took place from January 18-21, 2025 at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka. Organised by the ACMA Mobility Foundation, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), and the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), this segment became a key destination for auto component manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators. Vinnie Mehta, Director General of ACMA, expressed gratitude to the government for its steadfast support in establishing India as a global hub for the automotive sector. “Their encouragement has been crucial in driving industry growth and maintaining this remarkable momentum. Through the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 – The Components Show, we have successfully showcased India’s innovations to the world and our progress towards Aatmanirbharta,” he stated.
Ø Key Features of the 2025 Show
This year, the dedicated sections for accessories, EV technologies, batteries, lubricants, infotainment, and garage equipment made navigation much easier. The pavilions representing Japan, Germany, South Korea, and the UK highlighted the international appeal of the expo and showcased the global interest of exhibitors. The focus areas prominently featured innovations in connectivity, autonomous driving technologies, alternative drive systems, and sustainable solutions. Exhibitors included leaders in EV battery production, smart tyre technology, and hydrogen fuel systems, alongside components for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE). Overall, the event provided an in-depth look at the future of automotive mobility.
Ø Product Innovations that stood out
The Components Show lived up to its promise of exciting new product showcases. From future-ready smart tyres with in built sensors and enhanced sustainability features, optimised for EVs to alternative drive systems utilising hydrogen fuel cells and enhanced EV powertrains. The advanced infotainment solutions comprised smarter systems focused on safety and connectivity for smarter vehicles that enhanced the overall aesthetic. The energy storage technologies comprised next-gen batteries designed for efficiency and longevity.
With 75,000 bike riders known to have lost their lives in road accidents in 2022 alone, accounting for over 50 per cent of total fatalities in India, air bag-equipped motorcycles remain a rarity. Here wearable air bag technology is emerging as a game-changer! Mo’cycle Airbag Jeans—designed to protect more lower-body areas are out to make road safety more accessible with their display at the Paracoat Products Ltd. booth. Thomas Hamang, Head of Sales at Mo’Cycle, highlighted how the company takes pride in saving actual lives on the road which is the biggest motivator for the company.
ALP Group’s Sr. Leadership, Sandeep Puri, ED – Business Development, Tejbir Singh Anand, MD, ALP Overseas, and Pawandeep Singh Anand, MD, ALP Nishikawa emphasised their growing content per vehicle in modern automobiles. The company drew attention to advancements in EPDM profiles, sealing solutions and blow-moulded components through successful Group companies and business verticals like ALP Nishikawa Company Ltd., ALP Overseas Pvt. Ltd. and ALP Aeroflex, driving global expansion and innovation.
Gestamp showcased advancements in electric mobility and lightweight vehicle components. The GES-GIGASTAMPING® Product Family drew attention to the possibility of having large integrated components for lighter, safer vehicles with reduced energy consumption and environmental impact. The Highpertube brings in high-strength chassis innovations claimed to improve crash performance. The Active Frunk by Edscha Gestamp is a tailored electric vehicle solution for fully automatic opening and closing of front lids, ensuring pedestrian safety. Glyn Jones, Country Manager, Gestamp India spoke of sustainability being integral to Gestamp’s strategy from the beginning and the focus on such lightweight solutions will ensure safer, greener, and more efficient vehicles on Indian roads.
Nitin Jirafe, Managing Director, Tata Cummins Pvt. Ltd. and Head, Engine Business at Cummins India reinstated the ‘Power of Choice’ on offer across fuels, accelerating the Hydrogen economy, the Cummins HELM platform and an integrated driveline concept. Tata Autocomp showcased its comprehensive strengths across 18 business units, including nine joint ventures with leading global auto component manufacturers, all together on one stage. The company showcased EV Components, Lithium-Ion Battery Packs, EV Chargers, E-Compressors, Integrated Drivetrain [six-in-one], and Powertrain Solutions for EVs and ICE. Arvind Goel, Vice Chairman of Tata AutoComp Systems spoke of tremendous opportunities for the Indian automotive sector to lead, particularly in exports, while continuing to strengthen the domestic industry through innovation, R&D, and collaboration.
ZF is committed to technological advancements and redefining mobility for sustainable and intelligent transportation in India. Akash Passey, President, of ZF Group India, spoke of India as a strategic market and ZF being well positioned to address the evolving needs of the future of transportation in India, for domestic and global players, the X-by-Wire portfolio stood out. Replacing traditional mechanical and hydraulic linkages with electronic signals, enabling greater vehicle customisation and enhanced safety, the foundation for the software-defined vehicles will give rise to new functions and features. Both safety and comfort were emphasised. X-by-wire components included brake-by-wire, steer-by-wire, and electronically controlled, active damping demonstrating the potential for future vehicles. ZF showcased ADAS technologies, including advanced radar and camera systems, OnGuardMAX Autonomous Emergency Braking System (AEBS) and together with Short-Range Radar for improved object detection and Reversing Camera for enhanced safety. The e-comp Air Lite is a cost-efficient, lightweight electric-driven compressor engineered for medium-duty commercial EVs and hybrid vehicles, featuring a compact two-cylinder design ideal for low air-demanding applications. ZF also showcased its construction equipment Ergo Power II transmission specifically localised for the evolving demands of the off-highway industry.
Ø Key seminars and thought leadership
The expo wasn’t just a trade fair. It was also a platform for dialogue and collaboration. Over 20 conferences and seminars addressed critical topics like Sustainable Mobility Practices, Autonomous Vehicle Technology and Smart Urban Infrastructure. Notable speakers and industry stalwarts, following last year’s trend, delivered keynotes. This included policy makers under the aegis of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, emphasising the role of mobility in India’s global leadership.
Ø Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 matters
This year’s expo saw stakeholders make significant efforts to position India as a global leader in the mobility sector. The focus on sustainable solutions, international collaborations, and advanced automotive technologies aligned with India’s broader economic and environmental objectives. For businesses, it was an invaluable opportunity to network, showcase innovations, and build partnerships. Whether you are an industry veteran, a budding entrepreneur, or an automotive enthusiast, be sure to look out for the third edition in 2026.
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