Italy Accelerates Innovation at AAPEX

The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), ANFIA and AICA proudly announce Italy’s presence at AAPEX 2025. ANFIA is the Italian Association of the Automotive Industry. AICA is the Italian Garage Equipment Manufacturers Association. The delegation represents Italian excellence in automotive components and garage equipment. Italy also maintains its role as a global benchmark in technology, quality and performance.

Visitors can explore the Italian Pavilion at booth #A1061 (level 2). Eight Italian companies will showcase their latest technologies in the International section.

Highlights from team Italy at AAPEX 2025 include:

• DETA Batteries – A trusted OEM manufacturer of advanced lead-acid batteries, including EFB and AGM technologies, designed to deliver reliable power for a wide range of vehicle types.
• Errecom – Specialists in chemical solutions for the maintenance and care of vehicle air-conditioning systems and engine components, ensuring efficiency and long-lasting performance.
• FIAMM – A forward-looking company providing reliable energy solutions from essential starter batteries to innovative technologies that support evolving mobility needs.
• Lopigom – Developing, manufacturing and certifying rubber O-rings, gaskets and plastic components for OEM, OES and aftermarket applications since 1979 — combining experience with consistent quality.
• M.E.A.T. & D.O.RI.A. – Part of the M&D Group, a leading international supplier offering a catalogue of over 40,000 electrical components covering a wide range of vehicle systems.
• Metelli-GRAF – Producing more than 14,000 parts for the OEM and aftermarket sectors, including brake and hydraulic components, water pumps, timing belt kits, transmissions and engine parts — all built to rigorous standards.
• Osvat – Experts in engine valve production since 1960, with over 6,000 product references. Starting in January 2026, Osvat will introduce a newly patented and tested chrome three-bath process to further enhance product performance.
• Vantage Cast Europe – A high-technology foundry specializing in high-pressure and low-pressure die casting, delivering precision-engineered components to meet the highest industry standards.

ITA’s broader mission drives this initiative. The mission promotes made in Italy excellence worldwide. Italy’s automotive components sector has over 2,200 companies. The sector generates 55.9 billion euros in turnover. It drives innovation, quality and sustainability.

Visit ITA, ANFIA and AICA at booth #A1061 on level 2.