Automotive Cluster Bulgaria Joins Trade Mission to Suzhou, China

Lubomir Stanislavov, Executive Director of Automotive Cluster Bulgaria and Auto Park Bulgaria, participated in a trade mission to Suzhou, China, from 25 to 31 October 2026. Organised by the Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency (BSMEPA), the mission focused on presenting Bulgaria’s automotive sector and exploring opportunities for cooperation with Chinese companies and organisations. Automotive Cluster Bulgaria was pleased to contribute to making the initiative possible and to support this opportunity to showcase the capabilities, expertise and innovative solutions of Bulgaria’s automotive industry. The programme included a visit to the 33rd China-SAE Congress & Exhibition (SAECCE), organised by the China Society of Automotive Engineers. The event brings together automotive manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, researchers, universities and technology companies to exchange knowledge and present developments shaping the future of mobility. Key topics included electric and hybrid vehicles, intelligent and autonomous driving, connected mobility, artificial intelligence, battery technologies and software-defined vehicles. Lightweight materials, advanced manufacturing and hydrogen fuel cells were also among the programme’s focus areas. Alongside the congress, the AITX technology exhibition showcased products, components, software and manufacturing solutions. The mission programme offered Bulgarian companies opportunities for B2B meetings with international counterparts, knowledge exchange and discussions on potential business and research partnerships. It also provided an opportunity to explore the latest technologies in the automotive and related industries and establish contacts with representatives of business and academia. For Automotive Cluster Bulgaria, participation was a further step towards expanding its international network and opening up new opportunities for its members.

Automotive Cluster Bulgaria Explores Green Technology Partnerships During European Trade Mission to India

Automotive Cluster Bulgaria’s Executive Director, Lubomir Stanislavov, participated in the EU–India Matchmaking Event, held from 21 to 23 October 2026 in New Delhi and Greater Noida, India. The mission brought together 20 European clusters and small and medium-sized enterprises to explore cooperation in renewable energy, clean technologies and sustainable infrastructure. The event was organised by the European Commission through the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP), in collaboration with the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI) and the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN). It marked the ECCP’s third matchmaking mission to India. Over the three-day programme, European delegates held a total of 135 face-to-face matchmaking meetings with Indian counterparts. The discussions provided opportunities to exchange expertise, establish business contacts and explore potential pilot projects and joint research and development initiatives. On 21 October, the programme featured a knowledge-sharing seminar, pitching sessions and matchmaking meetings. On 22 October, the delegation visited Renewable Energy India Expo in Greater Noida, held from 22 to 24 October 2026. Delegates took part in the ECCP session “Europe Calling: Partner with the European Green Industry Delegation”, presenting their expertise and collaboration interests and meeting exhibitors through curated stand visits and a guided tour. The mission concluded with site visits on 23 October. For Automotive Cluster Bulgaria, participation in the mission was an opportunity to expand its international network and identify potential partners for its members. The meetings and exchanges provided a basis for further dialogue on business cooperation and joint innovation projects between Europe and India.