Remanufacturing – A Growth Opportunity for Sussex Manufacturers
Remanufacturing is emerging as a game-changer for manufacturers seeking to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and lower carbon emissions. By restoring end of life products to ‘as new’ or even better condition, remanufacturing preserves embedded value and offers a cost-effective, environmentally friendly alternative to new production.
This approach is gaining momentum globally as businesses look to build resilience against supply chain disruptions and rising material costs. For Sussex manufacturers, it represents an opportunity to unlock new revenue streams, future-proof operations, and align with circular economy principles.
Despite its clear advantages, remanufacturing remains in its early stages and faces challenges such as core sourcing, quality assurance, and market acceptance. This forum will explore both the opportunities and barriers, share the latest research and design for reman principles, and provide practical insights from industry leaders on how to scale successfully.
Why Remanufacturing?
Imagine restoring end of life products to ‘as new’ or even better condition. That’s the power of remanufacturing. It preserves embedded value, reduces costs and lead times, and slashes carbon emissions, all while unlocking new revenue streams.
Remanufacturing isn’t recycling; it’s a smarter, sustainable alternative to new production. But while the benefits are clear, adoption is still in its early stages and faces real world challenges.
University of Brighton: Driving Innovation in Remanufacturing
The University of Brighton is at the forefront of research and innovation in remanufacturing, helping businesses embrace circular economy principles and sustainable production models. Through cutting-edge R&D and collaboration with industry, the university is shaping the future of manufacturing in Sussex and beyond.
At this forum, we’ll hear from two leading voices in the field:
- Tony Bhogal MSc BSc(Hons), Satnam Partnership & Chairman of Autoelectro Ltd
- Professor Yan Wang, Professor of Engineering, University of Brighton
They will share insights on “Remanufacturing – A Growth Opportunity for Sussex Manufacturers”, exploring how this transformative approach can reduce costs, shorten lead times, and lower carbon emissions while unlocking new revenue streams.
What You’ll Gain
This forum will explore:
- Opportunities and barriers to remanufacturing
- Latest R&D and design for reman principles
- Practical insights on core sourcing, quality, warranty, and scaling operations
Plus: A Tour of the University
Following the talks, attendees will be invited to join a guided tour of the University of Brighton, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the facilities and research labs driving innovation in remanufacturing.
Tony Bhogal MSc BSc(Hons)
Ana Christie
Mr Dougal Fleming
David Shore
