Cotecna Exhibits at CITEXPO 2026
Cotecna successfully participated in the 21st China (Shanghai) International Tire & Wheel Expo (CITEXPO 2026), held from 2-4 September at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.
Recognized as one of the most influential events in the tire and wheel industry, the exhibition brought together manufacturers, buyers, suppliers, and industry professionals from around the world to exchange insights, explore market opportunities, and discuss the future of the sector.
Throughout the exhibition, Cotecna showcased its comprehensive portfolio of testing, inspection, certification, and Verification of Conformity (VOC) services designed to help tire manufacturers and exporters navigate increasingly complex regulatory requirements.
As global regulatory frameworks continue to evolve, ensuring compliance with destination-country requirements remains a critical priority for tire exporters.
During the exhibition, Cotecna's experts engaged with tire manufacturers, trading companies, and export professionals to discuss conformity assessment requirements for key markets, including Kenya's PVOC programme, Nigeria's SONCAP programme, and Saudi Arabia's SQM programme.
The discussions focused on helping exporters better understand certification pathways, documentation requirements, product testing obligations, and customs clearance procedures. Visitors also explored strategies for managing regulatory changes while minimizing compliance-related risks.
Drawing on its extensive international experience, Cotecna presented integrated service solutions tailored to the needs of tire manufacturers exporting to regulated markets. These solutions span the entire compliance journey, including testing, certification, inspection, customs clearance support, and supply chain risk management.
By combining local expertise with a global service network, Cotecna helps exporters address market-specific requirements, reduce the risk of shipment delays or non-compliance issues, and ensure smoother access to international markets.
The company's team reported a high level of engagement throughout the event, with many visitors expressing interest in exploring further collaboration opportunities.
Strengthening Partnerships with China's Tire Industry
Through its worldwide network, Cotecna provides conformity assessment and VOC certification services for tires and related products across a broad range of regulated markets, including Kenya, Nigeria, the Republic of Congo, Zimbabwe, Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and more.
These services help exporters meet destination-country regulations, facilitate customs clearance, and reduce the risks associated with cargo detention, shipment rejection, or market access delays.
CITEXPO 2026 provided an important opportunity for direct engagement with industry stakeholders and reinforced Cotecna's commitment to supporting Chinese manufacturers as they expand internationally.
By connecting with exporters face-to-face, the company shared practical insights into regulatory developments and demonstrated how proactive compliance management can support sustainable growth in global markets.
As international trade requirements continue to evolve, Cotecna remains committed to delivering trusted testing, inspection, and certification services that help businesses overcome compliance challenges, strengthen their competitiveness, and access global markets with confidence.
For more information about Cotecna's tire export certification and compliance services, contact our team today.
About Cotecna
For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.