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19 March 2026

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In-person
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Newbury

ROM 2026

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ROM 2026: Accelerated Lifecycles Due to Rapid Innovation

An essential for collaboration and successful obsolescence planning. ROM 2026 is designed to address the critical challenges of obsolescence, offering expert guidance from multiple industry experts that equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to mitigate risks and maintain seamless supply chain operations.

2026 is set to be even bigger and better, with a focus theme of Accelerated Lifecycles Due to Rapid Innovation.

We’ll have expanded content, new expert speakers and the latest technology and solutions.

Join us and connect with peers, innovators, and leaders who are shaping the future of obsolescence management. Don’t miss the chance to future-proof your operations.

When / where

  • 19 March 2026
  • 09:00 – 17:00
  • Newbury Racecourse
    Racecourse Road
    Newbury
    RG14 7NZ

What to expect

We’re excited to share our speakers for ROM 2026, each speaker brings something different. With our first ever headline slot, this year promises to be our biggest yet.

We’re pleased to share the speakers joining us for ROM 2026. Each brings their own experience and knowledge, helping shape a strong programme for this year’s event. We’re also introducing our first headline slot, which is an important step in how ROM is growing, and our vision for it.

ROM 2026 is shaping to be an event you won’t want to miss!

  • Rebound Welcome – 09:20 – 09:30

    Raj Keshvara

    COO, Rebound Electronics

    Raj Keshava, COO Rebound Electronics will welcome both in-person and virtual guests to ROM 2026.

    Marijana Abt

    Senior Account Manager, Rebound Electronics

    Marijana Abt, our ROM 2026 presenter will go over the plan for the day.

  • Morning Keynote – UK MOD – 09:30 – 09:55

    Dr Matt Darkin

    Head of Obsolescence, MOD

    Dr Matt Darkin will be discussing Primary Challenges for DE&S strategic planning, DFM & procurement, Impact of AI in the future, and the testing of materials and components.

  • Managing Obsolescence in Defence Q&A – 09:55 – 10:05

    Keynote Opening Speaker

    Q&A

    Dr Matt Darkin will be hosting a 10 Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • BOM Analytics – 10:05 – 10:35

    Greg Jaknunas

    Executive Director of Product Management, Accuris

    Greg will be discussing Market Developments, AI Enhancements and Knowledge Transfer.

    Ruth Gray

    Director of Sales, Z2 Data

    BOM challenges, market priorities, and the growing interplay between AI and human-driven analytics plus a ‘women in electronics’ programme update.

  • BOM Analytics Q&A – 10:35 – 10:45

    BOM Analytics

    Q&A

    Greg Jaknunas, Accuris and Ruth Gray, Z2Data will be hosting a 10 Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • Morning Break / – 10:45 – 11:15

    A short 15 minute break for both the in-person event, and the livestream.

  • Long-Term Storage – 11:15 – 11:35

    Frank Krökel

    Managing Director, Intercept Technology

    Frank will be discussing Technical aspects of Intercept’s technology; how it works, how it is environmentally beneficial when compared to conventional bags and the relative commercial benefits of effective LTB and LTS versus later resolutions.

  • Long-Term Storage Q&A – 11:35 – 11:45

    Long-Term Storage

    Q&A

    Frank Krökel, Intercept will be hosting a 10 Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • IIOM Interactive Panel – 11:45 – 12:20

    Manuela Grundy

    Chief Technical Officer, IIOM

    Manu Grundy, Chief Technical Officer,  IIOM will be joined by 3 members of IIOM to host an interactive panel.

    Ruth Gray

    Director of Sales, Z2 Data

    Ruth Gray, will be presenting around Legislation & Supply in 2026.

    Emma Armstrong

    Sustainable Electroncis Ambassador, In2Tec

    Emma Armstrong, will be presenting around Regulations, Geopolitics and the impact on obsolescence.

  • IIOM Interactive Panel Q&A – 12:20 – 12:30

    IIOM Interactive Panel

    Q&A

    Manu Grundy, IIOM and the IIOM speakers will be hosting a 10 minute Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • Lunch / – 12:30 – 13:30

    Lunch break at the in-person event. The livestream will close for one hour.

  • Afternoon Keynote – Hailion AI – 13:30 – 14:00

    Bob Booth

    Co-Founder Hailion AI

    Three years after ChatGPT ignited the GenAI revolution, what has really changed, and what actually works? Bob Booth, a leading authority on AI in Procurement, cuts through the noise to explore how GenAI has evolved in capability, cost, and enterprise readiness. Drawing on 25+ years of transformation delivery and hands-on advisory work, Bob will show how Procurement and Supply Chain leaders can unlock tangible value today: selecting the right use cases, designing scalable architectures, and embedding AI responsibly.

  • AI LLM’s driving change – ID8 – 14:00 – 14:15

    Jeff Austin

    CEO, ID8

    ID8 will be presenting around Large Language Models driving change, what is possible now, and what comes next.

  • AI Q&A – 14:15 – 14:30

    AI Q&A

    Bob Booth, Co-Founder, Hailion AI & Jeff Austin, CEO, ID8

    Bob Booth, Hailion AI  and Jeff Austin, ID8 will be hosting a 15 minute Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • Afternoon Break / – 14:30 – 15:00

    A short 20 minute break for both the in-person event, and the livestream.

  • Continuity Planning – 15:00 – 15:20

    Karen Salmon

    CEO, Force Technologies Ltd

    Karen Salmon, CEO at Force Technologies will be presenting around Continuity Planning.

  • Continuity Q&A – 15:20 – 15:30

    Continuity Planning

    Q&A

    Karen Salmon, will be hosting a 10 minute Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

  • Semiconductor Market Update – 15:30 – 15:50

    Mike Fitzpatrick

    Director of Group Services, Rebound Electronics

    Mike Fitzpatrick, Director of Group Services will be hosting a market update around obsolescence powered by Rebound.

  • Market Q&A – 15:50 – 16:00

    Market Update

    Q&A

    Mike Fitzpatrick, Director of Group Services for Rebound Electronics will be hosting a 15 minute Q&A session for the live audience and those joining us on the livestream.

ROM 2026, Register today

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Meet the companies behind the speakers

ROM 2025 was a fantastic show, with a diverse range of speakers. Tell us when and where and we will attend ROM 2026!

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Why ROM?

ROM is more than an event for us here at Rebound, it’s network of professionals gaining a deeper understanding of obsolescence in our markets.

Join us on the 19th of March 2026 for the second Rebound Obsolescence Management Seminar. There will also be an inclusive networking dinner on the evening of the 18th of March if you can attend. It is great opportunity to mix with like-minded industry professionals.

With a 2026 theme of Accelerated Lifecycles Due to Rapid Innovation, this year’s seminar will offer deeper insight into emerging challenges and practical strategies.

A must-attend event for collaboration and effective obsolescence planning, ROM 2026 brings together experts and organisations to tackle the most pressing challenges in obsolescence today.

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Frequently asked questions

  • ROM is a free of charge event that we host to support the industry. Tickets are limited, so sign up as soon as possible to register your interest.
  • Yes, we will be hosting networking dinner on the evening of Wednesday the 18th of March. You can register your interest for this on the sign up form, and the team will share more details with you.
  • For ROM 2026 we have 300 tickets available. Get yours today.