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Automotive Aftermarket Fair
The Automotive Aftermarket Fair, Finland’s leading event for the automotive repair industry, will once again take place at Messukeskus, Helsinki, on 21–22 May 2027. The event provides automotive repair professionals with valuable insights into the latest industry developments and new products.
The entire industry is well represented at the event, including automotive repair shops, paint and body shops, service stations, collision repair shops, spare parts retailers, as well as educational institutions and industry associations.
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre organises the Automotive Aftermarket Fair 2027 on behalf of the Finnish Association of Automotive Technical Societies, in cooperation with the KLT Section for Garage Equipment Suppliers of the Association of Technical Trade and the Finnish Central Organisation for Motor Trades and Repairs.
PRODUCT CATEGORIES
- Automotive repair equipment, machinery and tools
- Body repair machinery and equipment
- Automotive painting and corrosion protection
- Vehicle washing and cleaning
- Spare parts, tyres and accessories
- Aftermarket services
- Human resources and recruitment
- Industry associations and authorities
- Training and educational institutions
VISITOR TARGET GROUPS
Industry professionals working in car dealerships, automotive repair shops, automotive paint shops, service stations, body repair shops, tyre service centres, spare parts retailers, educational institutions and industry associations.
Key Figures
Automotive Aftermarket Fair 2025
5012
Visitors
57
Exhibitors
3366
Exhibition area
143
Media representatives
Visitor Profile
Visitor Profile
42% of visitors came from the Helsinki Metropolitan Area
8% from Uusimaa
23% from Western Finland
27% from other parts of Finland
69% of visitors were involved in decision-making related to the purchase and procurement of products and services.
Reasons for Attending
Discovering new products and services – 91%
The convenience of meeting multiple industry players during a single event visit – 78%
Maintaining and developing professional skills – 68%
Meeting exhibitors face-to-face – 68%
Finding new ideas and inspiration for their work – 67%
Decision-Making Role
71% of visitors make or are involved in purchasing decisions within their organisation.
Event Areas
Explore the Automotive Aftermarket Fair floor plan. The floor plan will be updated soon.
Participation Options
Exhibition Space and Stands
Exhibition space: €114/m²
Book exhibition space only and build your own stand, choose a ready-made stand package, or take advantage of our stand design and construction services.
| Ready-made stand size | Price |
|---|---|
| 9 m² | 203€/m² + VAT |
| 12-21 m² | 208 €/m² + VAT |
| 24-36m² | 187 €/m² + VAT |
| 40-50m² | 167 €/m² + VAT |
A ready-made stand is an affordable and hassle-free way to participate in events at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre. You can complete the pre-built stand with furniture and customise it with decorative elements that reflect your company’s brand identity.
Want to stand out from the crowd? Showcase your company, products and services in style with a Premium Stand.
The stand price includes:
- exhibition space
- white walls with Molto structures
- white laminate flooring
- 2 m² storage space
- two graphic surfaces (1,919 × 2,410 mm)
- truss lighting packagestand installation and dismantling, as well as initial cleaning
Please note: The Premium Stand is only available as a corner or end stand.
| Premium Stand Package, stand size 24–36 m² | 316 €/m² + VAT |
| Premium Stand Package, stand size 40–50 m² | 281 €/m² + VAT |
You can also order a custom-designed stand from us.
Contact us: design@messukeskus.com
SUSTAINABILITY
Responsible Events
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre is a pioneer in sustainability within the events industry and actively promotes social, economic and environmental responsibility. Our sustainability efforts are reported annually in accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Together with our customers, we organise attractive and safe events that bring people together.
- We are committed to making sustainable choices in our operations.
- We invest in the well-being of our employees and partners and in providing a safe working environment.
In addition to creating memorable experiences, events create jobs and support the economy. Events held at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre last year generated €187 million in economic impact for the Helsinki Metropolitan Area and supported employment equivalent to 2,535 person-years.
CONTACT US
Get in touch – we’ll work with you to find the participation solution that best suits your needs!
Terms of Participation
These terms supplement the General Terms of Participation of Suomen Messut.
- The Fair Start fee is €670 (incl. a 16A 230V 3.6kW power socket and electricity consumption, visibility fee and environmental fee) and is charged to each main exhibitor.
- Participation fees will be invoiced before the event, with a due date of 13 February 2027.
- Stands must have 2.5-metre-high partition walls defining the stand area.Two-storey structures: 50% of the standard space rental fee will be charged for the floor area of the second storey.
- Other companies participating within a stand will be charged a Visibility and Environmental Fee of €450. The exhibitor who has booked the stand is responsible for the participation fees of all companies on the joint stand.
- An invoicing surcharge of €25 + VAT per invoice applies if the company’s contact details are changed or if the space rental invoice for a joint stand is divided between several companies.
- All prices are subject to the applicable VAT.
- Please place your orders well in advance, as prices increase 40 days before the event.
Please note the following regarding activities and programmes at your stand:
- All stand programmes and other stand-related activities must take place within the boundaries of the stand.
- The maximum permitted sound level at the stand is 75 dB.
- To ensure visitor safety, it is important that activities taking place at the stand, such as throwing objects, do not cause injury to anyone.