Gaurav Gupta, President – India 2W Business at TVS Motor, has been elected Vice President of the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA), headquartered in Geneva. He will serve in this role as the representative of SIAM.
IMMA serves as the global collective voice of the Powered Two- and Three-Wheeler (PTW) industry, bringing together manufacturers’ associations from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam. The organisation works to promote safe, sustainable, responsible, and economically viable motorcycling. It also plays a key role in shaping inclusive policies and driving alignment on global vehicle standards. IMMA operates out of Geneva, Switzerland.
For almost seven decades, IMMA has been actively involved with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Inland Transport Committee, particularly in the initiatives of the World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) and the Global Forum for Road Traffic Safety (WP.1). The association also contributes to the International Automotive Lighting and Light Signalling Expert Group (GTB), the International Transport Forum (ITF), and the International Traffic Safety Data and Analysis Group (IRTAD) under the OECD, in addition to its work with the United Nations Road Safety Collaboration (UNRSC). In 2013, IMMA formally joined the UNRSC to deepen cooperation with the World Health Organization and accelerate road safety advancements for PTW users.
The International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) is a global organization that represents the interests of motorcycle manufacturers and promotes the sustainable development of motorized two- and three-wheelers. Established to provide a unified voice for the industry, IMMA works closely with governments, regulatory bodies, and international organizations to shape policies related to safety, environmental standards, and technological innovation. Its goals include improving road safety, reducing emissions, fostering fair trade, and encouraging the advancement of efficient and accessible mobility solutions worldwide. Through collaboration and research, IMMA plays a key role in guiding the future of motorcycle transportation on a global scale.
