Havant: Where telecom and electronics get a second life
With decades of heritage at Langstone Park and a 2024 relaunch, Reconext’s Havant Service Center is built to serve Europe’s leading telecom operators, electronics manufacturers, and IT providers. Combining proven expertise with modern operations, Havant delivers secure and sustainable recovery at scale.
The site
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4,000 m²
Facility
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250+
Employees
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100%
Renewable electricity
Built for scale, ready for change
Havant is a relaunched hub with deep engineering roots and a renewed focus on circular recovery. The 4,000 m² site manages high-volume programs for set-top boxes, POS devices, and consumer electronics while piloting new service lines. Its position on the UK’s south coast ensures rapid turnaround for domestic customers and seamless integration into Reconext’s wider European network.
Proven performance, relaunched for today
Havant builds on decades of recovery expertise while operating as one of Reconext’s newest facilities. Since reopening in 2024, the site has:
Delivered reliable recovery across telecom and consumer electronics.
Integrated renewable energy and on-site solar generation into operations.
Passed ISO 9001 certification audit, with ISO 14001 targeted for 2025.
Established itself as Reconext’s UK anchor for European programs.
How we help you win
Make returns painless
Streamlined processing for high volumes of customer returns.
See what’s still good
Comprehensive testing and grading to protect asset value.
Bring devices back to life
Component-level repair, refurbishment, and parts harvesting.
Keep parts flowing
Logistics and inventory services to manage spare parts supply.
Get orders out the door
Fulfillment and outbound support for replacements and redeployment.
Recover more value
Secure erasure and reuse-first processing to maximize recovery.
Who we serve and what we handle
Havant supports a wide range of customers, from telecom operators and network service providers to global OEMs, contract manufacturers, retailers, and enterprise IT providers, specializing in large-scale recovery programs for both consumer and professional electronics.
Testing, repair, and refurbishment of set-top boxes, gateways, and modems.
Diagnostics, reconfiguration, and reliability testing for operator infrastructure.
Mobiles, laptops, accessories, and other personal devices for repair and reuse.
Certified secure processing, including diagnostics, repair, and key loading.
Always-on protection
Every data-bearing device in Havant is processed under tightly controlled conditions. The site operates with ISO 9001 certification and follows Reconext’s global ISO 27001 standards for data handling. Data erasure is performed to NIST 800-88 Rev1, DoD 5220.22-M, and other customer-specified standards, with certificates of destruction provided for non-wipeable devices.
People on watch
Security-trained personnel with access-controlled zones.
Eyes everywhere
Continuous CCTV and intrusion detection coverage.
Tight access
Intrusion detection, access controls, and fire safety systems.
Data lockdown
Certified secure data erasure and physical destruction for non-wipeable devices.
Built on responsible recovery
Havant runs on 100% renewable electricity, including power generated from on-site solar panels. Any surplus is sold back into Langstone Park at the same kWh rate, reinforcing the site’s commitment to sustainable operations.
100% renewable electricity usage
On-site solar generation with surplus power returned to the grid
Reuse-first processing to minimize waste and landfill
A look inside our Havant operations
Find us
Reconext Havant, UK
Based in Havant on England’s south coast, customers benefit from established logistics channels and coordinated support across global recovery operations.
- Address
- Langstone Technology Park
Langstone Road
Havant, Hampshire PO9 1SA, UK - Local time
- Coordinates
- 50.8530° N, 0.9857° W
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Your recovery questions, answered
Can customers audit the Havant site?
Yes. Reconext offers on-site or virtual audits so customers can verify processes, security, and compliance firsthand.
Does Havant support custom testing requirements?
It does. The site can adapt its diagnostic platforms and reporting to meet customer-specific standards for telecom and consumer devices.
What happens if a device cannot be refurbished?
Non-recoverable assets are responsibly dismantled, with parts harvested for reuse and the remainder processed through certified recycling partners.
Does Havant integrate with customer systems?
Yes. Reporting and order management can connect directly into customer ERPs and portals for seamless program visibility.
How flexible is Havant’s workforce capacity?
The site scales with demand, using cross-trained staff and proven workflows to handle seasonal peaks without compromising quality.
Want to see how Havant’s experienced team can help extend the life of your devices and safeguard your data?