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Travel Package

COMPLIMENTARY TRIP TO BOLOGNA, ITALY

AUTOPROMOTEC

MAY 21 - 24, 2025 (IN May 20 - OUT May 24)

The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) - Chicago Office is partnering with ANFIA (Italian Association of the Automotive Industry) & AICA (Italian Garage Equipment Manufacturers Association) to organize a paid trip to Italy, including international health care coverage, to participate in the AUTOPROMOTEC 2025 TRADE SHOW, targeting the Automotive industry, which will take place in Bologna, Italy, May 21-24, 2025. The trip will give US companies the opportunity to connect with leading Italian manufacturers of automotive aftermarket components and equipment.

Complimentary Travel Package includes:

Roundtrip airfare (From USA city / To: Bologna, Italy)

○ Departure USA: May 19

○ Arrival in Italy: May 20

○ Return USA: May 24

Hotel stay (in: May 20 | out: May 24) - 4 nights

Breakfast at hotel / lunch at show

Transfer From/To airport and local transportation

International health insurance coverage for duration in Italy

*Note: Dinners and other extras are not included in the package*

Travel Itinerary

May 20, 2025 - Arrival in Bologna, Italy

May 21, 2025 - Trade Show (full day participation is required) & B2B Meetings

- Lunch at the Fair Buyers Lounge (afternoon)

May 22 , 2025 - Trade Show (full day participation is required) & B2B Meetings

- Lunch at the Fair Buyers Lounge (afternoon)

- Networking Event (evening)

May 23, 2025 - To Be Confirmed

- Lunch at the Fair Buyers Lounge (afternoon)

May 24, 2025 RETURN TO US

*Return date may be extended, if interested please inquire with Italian Trade Agency - Chicago

Autopromotec covers all the major aftermarket sectors, components and equipment, including: Diagnostic equipment; Spare parts, Components, Car Services; New/retreaded tyres, rims and wheels; Lubricants; Equipment and tools for body repair shops; Recovery and breakdown equipment; Tyre service equipment, vehicle lifts and workshop equipment; Tools, Compressors, Multifunction equipment; Car wash equipment, Car care products, and Service Station equipment.

US-Based Program participants should be active decision makers within one of the following sectors:

1. Automotive OEM and Aftermarket companies

2. Manufacturers, distributors, representatives, importers of components, equipment and software for the automotive aftermarket sector

3. Trade Associations

The Italian Trade Agency will cover expenses for airline tickets and hotel stay in Italy (4 nights), transfers to/from the airport, on-site transfers, international health care (duration of trip), meals and services such as interpreters and dedicated support staff.

How To Apply

If interested, please register by filling out our GOOGLE FORM or email our office at chicago@ice.it, preferably by March 23rd. Applications are subject to approval.