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Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speaker for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Engjëll Ahmeti | Researcher | Universität Bayreuth & Fraunhofer IPA Presentation | 15:15–15:45: “The Digital Blueprint for Smart Remanufacturing” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sustainability, and the future of the circular
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Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speaker for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Alexander Prümen | Key Account Manager | F. Reyher Nchfg. GmbH & Co.KG Presentation | 14:45–15:15: “Small Components, Big Impact: Fastener Replacement in Remanufacturing for Safety, Performance and Reliability” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights o
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Jul 311 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speaker for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Eric Wang | CEO | Wellfar Engine Parts Presentation | 14:15–14:45: “Market Trends for 19L+Big Engine Components – Enabling Remanufacturing in Europe” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sustainability, and the future of the circ
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Jul 291 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speaker for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Michele De Stefano | President | Associazione Italiana Rettificatori Rigeneratori e Meccatronici Qualificati (FIR) Presentation | 13:45–14:15: “Internal Combustion Engine Remanufacturing: Best Practices and Outlook” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insig
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Jul 271 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speaker for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Jochen Trommer♻️ | Director Consulting | Encory GmbH Presentation | 12:15–12:45: “Remanufacturing in Practice: From Concept to Scalable Industrial Reality” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sustainability, and the future of th
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Jul 231 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are delighted to introduce the next speakers for the APRA Europe-organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day, taking place on 9 September 2026 in Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Nadia Massari | Director | Kemény Boehme Consultants (KBC) Felix Feuerbach | Senior Partner & Managing Director | Kemény Boehme Consultants (KBC) Presentation | 11:45–12:15: “Remanufacturing Outlook: Industry Perspectives on Transformation” The event brings together industry leaders
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Jul 221 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are pleased to announce our next speakers at the APRA Europe organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day 2026 , Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Dr. Roman Schoenen | Managing Director/Owner | IKA Industrie- und Kraftfahrzeugausrüstung GmbH Philippe Louis | Managing Director/Owner | Blass & Ziegler GmbH Presentation | 11:15–11:45: “Obsolescence and Remanufacturing” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sus
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Jul 201 min read


Speaker Announcement – Automechanika Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are pleased to announce our second speaker at the APRA Europe organized Automechanika Frankfurt Remanufacturing Day 2026 , Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Michael Hague-Morgan | Executive Director | Autocraft Solutions Group Presentation | 10:45–11:15: “Remanufacturing of EV Batteries is a Vital Enabler for the Success of Electric Vehicles” The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sustainability, and the future of th
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Jul 151 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA Europe Remanufacturing Day 2026
We are pleased to announce our first speaker following the welcome speech by APRA Europe Chairman Dr. Daniel C. F. Köhler (10:00–10:15) at the APRA Europe Remanufacturing Day 2026 during Automechanika Frankfurt, Hall 3.0, B98 (Innovation4Mobility). Iwan Schmitz | Managing Director - Remanufacturing | Emotive Group Presentation | 10:15–10:45: “The Road to Remanufacturing at Scale - Transforming Capabilities into a Competitive Aftermarket Alternative” The event brings together
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Jul 131 min read


Welcome our new member TOPMARKZ!
Thank you for making the Voice of Remanufacturing strong. The following text was kindly provided by our new member, TOPMARKZ: Topmarkz is a European specialist in the remanufacturing of original shock absorbers and original air springs for passenger vehicles. Topmarkz focuses on the remanufacturing of two product groups: original shock absorbers and original air springs for passenger vehicles equipped with factory air suspension. Our shock absorber expertise includes standard
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Jul 91 min read
Join APRA Europe at REMATEC Amsterdam 2027!
Planning to exhibit at REMATEC Amsterdam 2027? APRA Europe is here to help you make the most of your presence. As an APRA Europe member, you benefit from exclusive exhibitor discounts. New to APRA Europe or exhibiting at REMATEC for the first time? Our APRA Europe Pavilion is the perfect solution for new members and first-time exhibitors, offering an easy and cost-effective way to showcase your company at the industry's leading international trade fair. Check out our flyer to
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Jul 81 min read


Welcome our new member BENEFİT!
Thank you for making the Voice of Remanufacturing strong. The following text was kindly provided by our new member, Benefit Dış Ticaret Ltd.Şti.: BENEFIT is one of Türkiye’s leading manufacturers of brake caliper components for commercial vehicles in the aftermarket sector. Established in 1978, BENEFIT has continuously grown and strengthened its position in the industry by combining its expanding business volume with ongoing technological investments. Today, the company has b
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Mar 101 min read
ARBC survey for Q1/2026 is open for your participation (ARBC - Automotive Remanufacturing Business Climate)
A new round of the survey, which is recurring twice a year, has just been opened. If you are a remanufacturer, core broker, spare parts supplier, wholesaler, distributor or dealer, please participate here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/237GRFN We are convinced that it is important and useful to understand the state of our business field. With the ARBC indicator we find guidance and can back our decisions. Thank you for participation! The survey will be open until 30 April 20
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Mar 21 min read


Welcome our new member SPK Europe B.V. !
Thank you for making the Voice of Remanufacturing strong. The following text was kindly provided by our new member, SPK Europe B.V.: SPK Corporation is one of Japan’s leading wholesalers and solution providers specializing in aftermarket and OE components for automotive, commercial, and industrial vehicles. Established in 1917 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, SPK has built long-standing partnerships with OEM manufacturers and suppliers, providing access to OE-quality c
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Feb 161 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026
We are pleased to announce our eleventh speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Alessandro Di Maggio | Optical Packaging Manufacturing Engineer | LUMIBIRD : the specialist in laser technologies Presentation: “Remanufacturing of high power multiemitter lasers – challenges in the optoelectronic industry Position: Optical Packaging Manufacturing Enginee ( rEUman Project)” The APRA European Symposium 2026 will take place from March 17–19, 2026 in Thessaloniki, Greece. The
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Feb 131 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026
We are pleased to announce our tenth speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Jurij Giacomelli | Founder and Managing Director | META Circularity Presentation: “Go-to-Market Opportunities for Circular Composites ( RECREATE Project)” The APRA European Symposium 2026 will take place from March 17–19, 2026 in Thessaloniki, Greece. The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, sustainability, and the future of the circular eco
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Feb 111 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026
We are pleased to announce our eighth speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Daniel Nebel | Group Manager Sustainable Lightweight Technologies | Fraunhofer IWU Presentation: “Designing Circular Vehicle Architectures: Modularity and Circularity Assessment in the ZEvRA Project” The APRA European Symposium 2026 will take place from March 17–19, 2026 in Thessaloniki, Greece. The event brings together industry leaders and experts to share insights on remanufacturing, susta
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Feb 61 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026
We are pleased to announce our eighth speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Dr. Johannes Graf Ballestrem, LL.M. | Partner, Patent Litigator | Osborne Clarke Presentation: “Two Perspectives on Manufacturing: Complying with the EU Product Liability Directive as a Remanufacturer and the Concept of ‘Manufacture’ in Patent Law” The APRA European Symposium 2026 will take place from March 17–19, 2026 in Thessaloniki, Greece. The event brings together industry leaders and ex
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Feb 31 min read


Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026
We are pleased to announce our seventh speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Speaker Announcement – APRA European Symposium 2026 We are pleased to announce our seventh speaker for the APRA European Symposium 2026: Christos Gkournelos | Senior Researcher and Project Coordinator | University of Patras Presentation: “Flexible Remanufacturing using AI and Advanced Robotics for Circular Value Chains in EU Industry (RENÉE project)” The APRA European Symposium 2026 will t
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Jan 301 min read


Welcome our new member URW Europa B.V.!
Thank you for making the Voice of Remanufacturing strong. The following text was kindly provided by our new member, URW Europa B.V.: URW Europa B.V. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Matsui Universal Joint Corporation (Japan). Established in the Netherlands in 2000, URW Europa B.V. operates as an independent company dedicated exclusively to the automotive aftermarket. While Matsui Universal Joint Corporation is active in both OE and aftermarket businesses, URW Europa B.V. was f
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Jan 271 min read
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