METAS 2026 (formerly known as UAE China Tyre & Auto Parts Expo) is the leading platform in the Middle East dedicated to tyres, auto vehicles and spare parts.
Hosted annually at Expo Centre Sharjah (UAE), this B2B trade event has become a strategic bridge for global businessmen. Since its launch in 2022, the show has experienced rapid growth, now attracting over 200 exhibitors and 19,000+ trade visitors.
The 2026 edition will expand its international exhibitor base, offering new pavilions and dedicated zones for overseas manufacturers and exporters.
METAS event, which, alongside the usual enthusiasts, attracted major international companies involved in the manufacture and supply of parts and products.
Tyres, Wheel Hubs, Tyre Raw Materials, Tyre Molds, Tyre Disassembly Tools, Tyre Accessories and Attachments, Tyre Recycling, Tyre Retreading Machinery and Molds, Tyre Testing Machinery, Wheel Alignment and Balancing Systems, Tyre Maintenance Tools and Techniques, Tyre Production Technology, and Design, etc.
Automotive Assembly and Parts/Starting and Ignition Equipment, Engine Equipment, Ventilation and Fuel Systems, Transmission Systems, Steering, Suspension, and Brake Systems, Electronics and Electronic Products, Lighting and Signal Transmission Equipment, Body Equipment and Accessories, Automotive Interior Equipment and Accessories,etc.
In the first half of 2026, the UAE's non-oil foreign trade reached approximately AED1.937 trillion, representing a growth of 13.1% compared to the same period in 2025, 39.6% more than the first half of 2024, 54.5% more than the first half of 2023, and a growth of 78.8% compared to the same period in 2022.
The 5th Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo (METAS 2026) officially opened on August 3 at Expo Centre Sharjah, with 44 Chinese enterprises from 8 provinces joining 7 international exhibitors from the UAE and Jordan for three days of trade, matchmaking, and investment discussions.
Dubai maintained its strong economic performance in the first quarter of 2026, with the emirate's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching AED232 billion, representing a 2.4% increase from the same period last year.
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The organisers of the 5th Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo (METAS 2026) held a press conference at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announcing that 51 companies from China, the UAE, and Jordan will exhibit at Expo Centre Sharjah from August 3rd to 5th, 2026.
The UAE's automotive aftermarket continues to demonstrate strong growth, reinforcing the country's position as one of the Middle East's leading hubs for the automotive industry.
