The Right to Repair: Small Product Fixes with Big Impacts on Manufacturing

By the end of June 2026, Germany must have transposed the EU's right to repair into national law. The aim is to produce more durable products, avoid waste and protect the environment. Arie Struik, founder and CEO of ValueChecker.ai, explains what this means for insurers. read more

The Right to Repair: Small Product Fixes with Big Impacts on Manufacturing

Repair, reuse, repeat. That mindset is quickly becoming the new normal for consumers who are thinking beyond quick fixes and short-term ownership. Author Radiana Pit | Copperberg Photo: Freepik As products grow more complex and expensive, and as environmental concerns continue to mount, people are no longer willing to throw things away the moment they break. They want products built to last and the ability to repair them when they don’t. The Rig…