Council of Remanufacturing Excellence Celebrates Inaugural Meeting With Donation of 100 Trees to be Planted in North Carolina National Forests

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is proud to announce the successful inaugural meeting of its newly established Council of Remanufacturing Excellence—a member-driven platform for advancing remanufacturing, focusing on knowledge-sharing and collaboration among members.

The first meeting of CoRE was held last month in Greenville, S.C., where members discussed the challenges and opportunities facing the remanufacturing industry. Topics included core management, economic pressures and market shifts, supply chain resilience, and digitalization. Attendees also enjoyed a fun-filled evening networking reception, making the event both informative and entertaining.

In celebration of this inaugural meeting, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers has donated 100 trees to be planted near Greenville in the North Carolina National Forests.

"In honoring our members, we wanted to lead by example, choosing to invest in something meaningful for the planet," said Nikki Rankin, Council Director. "This donation celebrates our remanufacturing community’s key role in the circular economy and our CoRE members' commitment to environmental stewardship."

Aligned with the principles of sustainability and circular economy practices, CoRE members include individuals responsible for areas such as engineering, technology, research & development, sales, and operations at major players in the automotive and commercial vehicle remanufacturing sector.

The next CoRE meeting is slated for September 19. For additional information or to join the council, visit mema.org/networking-groups/CoRE or contact Nikki Rankin at nrankin@mema.org.

About The Council of Remanufacturing Excellence

The Council of Remanufacturing Excellence is dedicated to advancing the remanufacturing industry through collaboration, innovation, and best practices. By leveraging the combined strengths of the Remanufacturing Business Council and the Remanufacturing Technology & Operations Council, CoRE provides a platform for industry leaders to drive the future of remanufacturing. Learn more about CoRE at mema.org/networking-groups/CoRE.

About MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports over 900,000 American jobs in all 50 states. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a recognized industry change agent—promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues, and serving as a valued resource for member companies. Members represent all areas of the aftermarket including light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a membership group within MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association.

MEMA is the leading North American trade association for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations. MEMA has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.

Members supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society's transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at mema.org/aftermarket-suppliers.