As sustainability takes centre stage in manufacturing, the shift from a linear to a circular economy is no longer optional—it’s essential. This panel will explore how manufacturers can integrate circular economy principles into product and process design, reducing waste, optimising resource efficiency, and creating more sustainable, long-lasting products. Industry leaders will share strategies, challenges, and success stories of designing for reuse, remanufacturing, and recyclability. 

• How can manufacturers embed circular economy principles at the design stage to reduce waste and extend product life cycles? 

• What are the biggest challenges in implementing circular design strategies, and how can they be overcome? 

• How can digital tools support circular manufacturing and resource optimisation?