Rematec 2025: Innovation, Sustainability & the Circular Economy Driving the Future of Remanufacturing

From 8-10 April 2025, Rematec, the world's leading remanufacturing trade show, returns to RAI Amsterdam, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore the latest trends, technologies, and sustainable practices shaping the remanufacturing sector.

This year’s event will address key topics, including accelerating the Circular Economy through remanufacturing, AI in robotics and automation, innovative approaches to battery remanufacturing, the future of electric vehicles, and groundbreaking EU research on circular design for sustainable vehicles.

Participating Organizations

Leading industry players participating in Rematec 2025 include ACTRONICS, AG Cores, Auto Enterprises, Dinex, Elerte Poland, Encory, Melett, Premier Components, Scandinavian Transmission Service, STP Parts, WAI Global, and ZF Friedrichshafen.

Distinguished Speakers and Thought Leaders

Rematec 2025 will feature an esteemed lineup of speakers, each offering unique insights into key industry advancements:

• Marten Bootsma (University of Rotterdam): How to Accelerate Towards a Circular Economy by Mainstreaming Remanufacturing – A deep dive into strategies for integrating remanufacturing into mainstream production and consumption models, unlocking sustainability potential across industries.
• Amaury Desombre (Valeo): Rethink, Reuse, Reman – Building a Responsible Automotive Future – Exploring how Valeo is leading the charge in extending product life cycles through sustainable design, remanufacturing, and repair, reshaping the automotive industry’s approach to circularity.
• Meriem Jerbi (Borg Automotive Group): Data Gathering & IoT: Challenges for the Remanufacturing Industry – Addressing the role of digital transformation in remanufacturing, including the impact of the Digital Product Passport, data collection challenges, and IoT-driven efficiency improvements.
• Mike Hague-Morgan (Autocraft Solutions): Panel on Battery Remanufacturing – Analyzing the role of reverse engineering, AI-based modeling, and advanced scanning technologies in the remanufacturing of next-generation batteries.
• Lorenzo Gaspari (Borg Automotive Group): Panel on Circular & Sustainable Vehicles – Discussing the European Commission’s sustainability goals for 2030-2035 and the impact of these regulations on remanufacturing and sustainable vehicle development.
• Marc Goldschmidt (Rolls-Royce Power Systems): Panel on Reverse Logistics – Exploring innovations in reverse logistics, including automation, data analytics, and sustainable recycling, to enhance efficiency in the supply chain.
• Andre Nogueira (TERREPOWER): Perspectives on Sustainable Manufacturing – Highlighting strategies for increasing sustainability in manufacturing through remanufacturing and efficient resource utilization.
• Alexander Prinsen (Marktplaats - Adevinta): Electric Vehicles & Remanufacturing: Future Perspectives and Opportunities – Examining trends in the European EV market, new business models for EV battery repair and remanufacturing, and the challenges that need to be addressed to build a successful EV remanufacturing industry.

The Prestigious RotY Awards

The Remanufacturer of the Year (RotY) Awards will be announced during the official opening ceremony on April 8 at the Rematec Theatre. These awards recognize outstanding contributions by individuals and businesses to the remanufacturing industry, emphasizing its environmental and commercial benefits. New this year is the Public Choice Award, allowing the industry to vote for their favourite nominee.

A Dynamic Programme of Insights and Innovations

The event will feature interactive workshops, technical demonstrations, and panel discussions led by industry experts, focusing on battery remanufacturing, circular and sustainable vehicle development, and advancements in reverse logistics.

• Innovation Area: Robotics & AI where you can find out everything on AI and robotics in remanufacturing.
• Battery Corner – Dedicated to battery lifecycle management, recycling, and sustainable energy solutions, featuring live presentations by industry experts.
• "Battery Journey" – Showcasing lithium-ion battery recycling and reuse, addressing micro-mobility and second-life battery applications.
• Meet the Expert Sessions – Informal gatherings where attendees can engage directly with industry leaders.
• Rematec Masterclasses 2025 – A unique opportunity for students and young professionals to showcase their remanufacturing innovations in the Innovations & Masterclasses Area.

Registration and Attendance

Rematec 2025 is expected to welcome over 3,500 professionals from more than 80 countries. Free registration is available until 7 April 2025. Standard entrance fees apply from 8 April. For detailed registration information, visit www.rematec.com/amsterdam/register.

About Rematec

Rematec is the world’s largest remanufacturing show, organized by RAI Amsterdam in collaboration with APRA Europe (Auto Parts Remanufacturers Association). As the only independent global trade event for automotive remanufacturing, Rematec provides critical insights into emerging technologies, state-of-the-art remanufacturing equipment, and industry advancements.