With the participation of more than 50 local, Arab, and international companies, the activities of the Motorex Expo 2025, specialized in cars, vehicles, heavy machinery, and their accessories, kicked off August 5 at the Damascus International Fairgrounds.
The event is held under the auspices of the Syrian Ministry of Transport and organized by Muhammad Ourfali and Partners for Consulting and Business.
The exhibition serves as a platform to display the latest technologies and products in the automotive and heavy machinery sectors, while also providing opportunities for networking between exhibitors, interested parties, and visitors. This contributes to supporting the industrial and commercial sectors and developing the automotive and machinery market in Syria.
Cultural, National and Social Dimension
Transport Minister Yaarab Badr confirmed that Motorex is the first car exhibition in Syria after liberation, carrying a national and social dimension. It has become a source of joy for families and citizens looking for the best options to meet their needs.
He noted that the Arab and international presence reflects growing confidence in the Syrian market, with serious indications from some companies to start production within Syria using local raw materials and national labor, which will create job opportunities and support the national economy.
Culture Minister Muhammad al-Saleh, during his attendance at the car exhibition opening, stated that every event in the new Syria reflects a cultural authenticity rooted in the hearts of the people and represents an occasion for pride and honor.
Over 3,000 Visitors in the First Half Hour of Opening
Exhibition organizer Muhammad Ourfali noted that Motorex is the first comprehensive exhibition in Syria for cars, vehicles, motorcycles, and their accessories, witnessing remarkable attendance from the very first moments, with over three thousand visitors recorded within the first half hour of opening.
Ourfali mentioned that over 50 companies participated in the exhibition, including international companies from 11 countries. He expressed his hope to organize a second edition with higher levels of organization and quality to continue building on the success achieved.
Syrian Exhibitions: An Important Step
For his part, General Director of the Syrian Exhibitions Institution Muhammad Hamza pointed out that the launch of the first specialized car exhibition represents an important step enhancing citizens’ well-being.
Hamaza noted that the Syrian government is committed to supporting various sectors after previously covering agriculture, industry, and construction, now extending to the automotive sector. Motorex Expo 2025 is the first international automotive exhibition in Damascus, connecting global brands with local passion and opportunity.
