Connecting Nuclear, from ambition to implementation
The Nuclear Innovation Conference 2026 (NIC2026) connects you to of the global nuclear community at a decisive moment for the energy transition, as energy security, climate objectives, and industrial decarbonization converge to recognizing that nuclear is a strategic enabler for, next to, electricity generation, industrial heat, hydrogen and long-term energy system stability.
NIC2026 provides a focused platform to connect nuclear stakeholders across disciplines, generations and industries. Over two days, insights will be exchanged on financing, technology deployment, long-term operation, supply chains and lessons learned worldwide. By connecting experience with innovation, and strategy with execution, NIC2026 supports the nuclear sector in delivering on its promise.
Keynote Speakers
NIC2026 features keynote speakers from across the international nuclear ecosystem, including industry leaders, policy experts, technology developers and investors.
Hear from internationally recognized leaders shaping the future of nuclear energy.
Conference Tracks
Track 1: Financing Nuclear
Connecting Nuclear to Investors
This track explores how capital markets, public finance and industrial stakeholders currently assess nuclear investments. Sessions address what investors need to commit capital, how risks can be reduced, and how financing models for large reactors, SMRs and advanced reactors are evolving.
Track 2: Industry Goes Nuclear
Connecting Nuclear to Industry
Energy-intensive industries increasingly explore nuclear energy to secure reliable, low-carbon power and process heat. This track gives industry a voice: what do they need, on what timeline, and how can nuclear solutions realistically be integrated into existing operations?
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Track 3: Long Term Operation (LTO) Beyond 60 Years
Connecting Nuclear Generations
Long-term operation of existing reactors remains a cornerstone of energy security. This track focuses on extending operational lifetimes safely and economically beyond 60 years, connecting operational experience with future reactor programmes.
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Track 4: Ageing in Relation to New NPPs
Connecting Experience to New Build
Ageing management is no longer only a concern for existing plants preparing for LTO. This track examines how lessons from operating reactors can and should be embedded in the design, construction and operation of new nuclear power plants.
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Track 5: Innovations in Ageing Management
Connecting Nuclear to Innovation
Beyond technology, innovation in operations is essential to make nuclear projects feasible and competitive. This track addresses operational, digital and supply chain innovations that improve performance across the nuclear lifecycle.
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Track 6: Lessons Learned Large NPPs (Abroad)
Connecting Global Experience
Nuclear programmes worldwide offer valuable insights, both successes and setbacks. This track brings together vendors, owners, regulators, policymakers and community representatives to share lessons learned from different national contexts.
Track 7: SMR LWR Developments
Connecting Concepts to Markets
SMRs are central to future nuclear deployment, but moving from design to market remains challenging. This track focuses on what is needed to bring SMRs into operation at scale.
Track 8: Non-Nuclear Perspectives (Supply Chain & Beyond)
Connecting Nuclear to New Stakeholders
To deliver new nuclear capacity, the sector must actively engage non-nuclear players. This track is designed for organisations new to nuclear, including suppliers, contractors and service providers.
Track 9: Innovations in Advanced Reactors
Connecting nuclear and innovation
This track focuses on the next generation of nuclear reactor concepts beyond conventional large reactors and near-term SMRs. It explores how advanced reactor technologies can address long-term energy system challenges, while critically assessing their readiness, feasibility and pathways to deployment.
Why Attend NIC2026?
NIC2026 is more than a conference, it is a place where the nuclear ecosystem connects to move from plans to progress.
By attending NIC2026, you will:
- Connect across the value chain, from investors and vendors to industry, regulators and non-nuclear stakeholders
- Gain practical insights into financing models, deployment strategies and operational experience
- Learn from real-world lessons shared by international projects and early movers
- Explore concrete pathways for SMRs, long-term operation and industrial applications
- Expand your network with decision-makers shaping the next phase of nuclear energy
NIC2026 is designed for professionals who want to contribute to - and benefit from - a connected, resilient and forward-looking nuclear sector.
Join NIC2026 and be part of the conversation that connects nuclear to the future.
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