December 2014

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Message from the CEO
Southern Region End of Year Drinks
Annual General Meeting 2014
Automotive Transformation Scheme Amendment Bill 2014
AA AA Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo 2015
The Cars of Tomorrow Conference 2015
Second Biennial Manufacturer’s Pavilion
Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing Summit 2015
AutoMechanika – Kuala Lumpur
Introduction to UKTI Australia – Meet the Buyer
Data applications shine in Australia’s National ITS Awards
SAE-A Events
Service Providers
December 2014
Message from the CEO
No other year has been as turbulent as 2014 for the Australian automotive
industry. Repercussions from the announcements of the three volume vehicle
producers, substantial government activity at both state and federal levels and
a complete realignment of the future of Australian manufacturing have all
impacted the supply chain.
Through it all the FAPM have continued to support our Members in ensuring
appropriate federal policies continue to support the industry through programs
such as ATS, supporting diversification activities through organisation and
participation on Trade Missions and continuing to provide our regular services.
We take this opportunity to thank-you for your ongoing support and wish you
well over the holiday break. We look forward to seeing you in 2015.
Southern Region End of Year Drinks
Please come and join us for a casual event at the Southern Region End of
Year Drinks.
When: Thursday 11 December
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: The Exchange Hotel in “The Lounge”, 39 Bay St, Port Melbourne
Official invite can be found here.
Please RSVP for catering reasons to info@fapm.com.au.
Annual General Meeting 2014
On Thursday 27 November 2014, the FAPM held its 56th Annual General
Meeting on Level 7 of 464 St Kilda Rd.
President Jim Griffin of Diver Consolidated Industries addressed the Members
on the activities of the FAPM over the past year and the plans of the
organisation going forward. Treasurer Robert Wilson of Palm Products gave a
report on the financial status of the FAPM.
In accordance with the Constitution, Members Mr Russell Jopson of DENSO
and Mr Tony Bond of SMR were re-elected to the Board of Directors. The
2014/15 FAPM Board of Directors is as follows:
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Mr Jim Griffin (President), Diver Consolidated Industries
Mr Mark De Wit (Vice-President), Futuris
Mr Robert Wilson (Treasurer), Palm Products
Mr Tony Bond, SMR
Mr Barry Comben, GAL Harringtons
Mr Russell Jopson, DENSO
Mr Greg Lowe, TI Automotive
Mr Glenn Paine, ZF
Mr Richard Reilly (Company Secretary), FAPM
A copy of the President’s speech can be found here. The FAPM thanks
Members who attended.
Automotive Transformation Scheme Amendment Bill 2014
On 24 November 2014, the Senate Economics Committee reported on the
Automotive Transformation Scheme Amendment Bill 2014 (ATS Bill).
The final report was a dissenting report that can be found here.
The federal opposition and non-government Senators issued press release
declaring they would block the proposed the ATS Bill. This included Senators
Kim Carr, Nick Xenophon, Ricky Muir, John Madigan and Janet Rice.
A copy of the press release issued can be found here. The FAPM continues to
work with the opposition and crossbenchers in rejecting the amendments.
AA AA Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo 2015
Hosted every two years by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association
(AAAA), the next Expo is being held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre 16 –
18 April, 2015.
It will be the nation's most comprehensive exhibition of vehicle repair and
servicing equipment, replacement parts, tools and accessories.
More than 400 top Australian and international brands will be displayed across
five acres at the Auto Aftermarket Expo and the adjacent Collision Repair
Expo.
The major corporate sponsor for the 2015 Auto Aftermarket Expo is FAPM
Member Tenneco through the Monroe brand.
Please click here for the latest media release on the event.
For more information on the Expo, please click here.
The Cars of Tomorrow Conference 2015
The Cars of Tomorrow 2015 - examining the topics that matter during
Australian Automotive Week.
When: Thursday 12 March 2015
Where: Crown Promenade Hotel, Melbourne
Featuring Speaker Tali Trigg from the International Energy Agency.
Registration for early bird rates is now open. To register click here.
Second Biennial Manufacturer’s Pavilion – Save the Date
The Second Biennial Manufacturers’ Pavilion at Austech 2015 will take place
from 26th – 29th May at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Running alongside Austech and National Manufacturing Week, AMTIL’s
Manufacturers Pavilion includes:
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Australian Manufacturers showcasing their capabilities
A comprehensive four day speaker program
Exclusive Networking Functions
OEM displays
A limited number of exhibition booths are available within this exclusive
pavilion for Australian Manufacturers.
To find out more about Austech 2015, click here.
To exhibit, download the Manufacturer’s Pavilion Exhibitor Prospectus.
For further information, please contact AMTIL Events Manager Kim Warren at
kwarren@amtil.com.au or 0417 146 102.
Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing
Summit 2015 - Jakarta
The Second Asian Automotive World Class Manufacturing Summit 2015 will
be held on the 3-4 August 2015 in Jakarta by RINGIER in association with
Thai Autobook 2015 and the Thai-European Business Association (TEBA).
For a draft program click here.
A range of packages will be offered to Australian suppliers interested in
attending. Stay tuned for more information.
AutoMechanika – Kuala Lumpur
As the automotive market in the ASEAN market continues to grow, it is
becoming increasingly important for firms to connect with companies and
customers.
Automechanika Kuala Lumpur is expected to attract more than 6,000 visitors
when it is held on 19 – 21 March 2015 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention
Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
To pre-register online click here. For more information, please contact:
Messe Worldwide Sdn Bhd
T: +60 3 7802 2276
E: info@malaysia.messefrankfurt.com
W: www.automechanika-kl.com
Introduction to UKTI Australia – Meet the Buyer
UKTI would like to invite Australian supply chain companies to the SMMT’s
Meet the Buyer event that is being held in the UK on 12 May 2015.
SMMT with UKTI’s Automotive Investment Organisation (AIO) will jointly host
the event in 2015 to support the sourcing activities of both UK and overseas
purchasing organisations, and encourage inwards investment in processes not
currently supported in the UK.
The directors of purchasing for all of the OEMs have committed to attend with
their teams.
An information pack for interested companies is accessible here.
Please contact Ayden Darmenia, Trade Development Officer for more
information:
P: 02 8247 2244
E: ayden.darmenia@mobile.ukti.gov.uk
Data applications shine in Australia’s National ITS Awards
Intelligent Transport Systems organisations and professionals representing
industry, government and the research/academic community were recognised
by their peers in Australia’s 2014 National Awards.
Initiated by ITS Australia in 2010, the National ITS Awards program was
expanded this year and received a record number of entries.
The Media release with the list of winners including FAPM Member
Intelematics can be found here.
The presentation ceremony was held on Monday 1 December 2014.
SAE Australasia upcoming events
The Society of Automotive Engineers Australasia warmly invites you to two of
its major upcoming events.
APAC Conference
10-12 March 2015
For more information click on invite.
SERVICE PROVIDERS
Toyo Tires announces advanced tyre-technology
With grim fuel cost projections and cost of living increases predicted by major
motoring bodies, Toyo Tires advanced tyre technology designed could help
drivers beat the fuel price hike by more than six times.
For the full press release click here.
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