Lord Digby Jones said: "The UK automotive sector contributes over 11 per cent of the UK's total exports and companies such as Ford, GM, Toyota, Nisan, Honda and BMW all have manufacturing plants in the UK.

"India of course presents a wonderful opportunity for UK companies to find lasting business partnerships. I firmly believe that the UK and Indian automotive sectors will form a natural bond based on our common fascination of ingenuity and innovation.

"I am delighted that Triumph Motorcycles, who are looking to expand their global network, have identified India as one of their target markets. As part of this effort they have agreed to exhibit one of their motorcycles at the show which will be a key feature of the UK pavilion."