Accelerating Nuclear for Energy Generation and Shipping

Accelerating Nuclear for Energy Generation and Shipping will convene leaders from the energy and maritime sectors to advance the deployment of nuclear technologies critical to strengthening global energy security and powering the next era of industrial growth and maritime transport. As electricity demand rises and energy systems face increasing volatility, nuclear energy offers a reliable, large-scale solution capable of delivering continuous, sovereign power across sectors.

This event will explore the role of ship-based nuclear technologies, including their dual-use potential for both industrial applications and global trade . It will examine how civil nuclear propulsion can enhance the competitiveness and resilience of the shipping industry, while positioning ports as strategic energy hubs within integrated national and regional energy systems.

Participants will gain insight into the role of nuclear in securing long-term baseload power, the development of nuclear-powered commercial vessels, regulatory pathways for maritime deployment, and the financing models required to enable scalable, secure infrastructure.

The summit will also address the infrastructure and supply chain ecosystems needed to support a growing nuclear economy, from ports and shipyards to fuel supply, energy grids, and industrial clusters. By bringing together utilities, shipowners, ports, reactor developers, policymakers, investors, and regulators, the event will foster collaboration on how nuclear innovation can strengthen energy independence, resilience, and system reliability while transforming global shipping.

At a time of rising demand, geopolitical uncertainty, and increasing electrification, Accelerating Nuclear for Energy Generation and Shipping will provide a platform to connect stakeholders and accelerate the deployment of secure, dependable energy solutions. By highlighting shared technologies, policy frameworks, and investment opportunities, the event will play a critical role in advancing energy security and enabling long-term economic stability.

Agenda:

8am - 9am: REGISTRATION

9am - 9.10am: OPENING REMARKS by conference chair Charlotte Vere (CORE POWER)

9.10am - 9.30am: ACCELERATING NUCLEAR- GETTING READY TO DELIVER presentation by Mikal Bøe (CORE POWER)

9.30am - 10am: KEYNOTE PRESENTATION from Secretary-General IMO, Mr. Arsenio Dominguez

10am - 11am: SHIP-BASED NUCLEAR POWER- A DUAL USE CASE presentation by Admiral John Richardson followed by a panel discussion with Mike Pierce (CORE POWER), Tim Stone (NRI), Mikal Bøe (CORE POWER) and Anne Marie Trevelyn

11am - 11.30am: COFFEE BREAK

11.30am - 12.30pm: THE SAFETY CASE AND PUBLIC TRUST presentation by Dr Robert Hayes (North Carolina State University) and Oscar Hamilton (CORE POWER) followed by discussion with Virginia Crosbie (NEMO) and Ronan Cloud (Copper Consultancy).

12.30pm - 12.45pm: MINISTERIAL KEYNOTE from Keir Mather, Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation

12.45pm - 2pm: LUNCH

1pm - 1.30pm: LUNCHTIME SESSION: The effects of Radiophobia presentation by Dr Robert Hayes (North Carolina State University)

2pm - 2.45pm: YARDS- THE COMMON DENOMINATOR presentation by Morgan Fanberg (Glosten) followed by discussion with Rob Chaplin (CORE POWER)

2.45pm - 3pm: NUCLEAR FUEL SUPPLY- A GLOBAL MARKET UNDER PRESSURE presentation by Per Jander (WMC)

3pm - 4pm: THE FNPP MARKET TO 2040 discussion led by Andrew Crowe (CORE POWER) with Andrew Shepard (Rystad), Boniface de Champris (CCIA) and Hannah Vickers

4pm - 4.30pm: COFFEE BREAK

4.30pm - 5.30pm: CIVIL MARITIME NUCLEAR PROPULSION- A VIABLE COMPETITIVE EDGE presentation by Charlotte Vere (CORE POWER) followed by panel discussion with Ian Truman (Burges Salmon), Dr Spyros Hirdaris (ABS), Patrick Ryan (UK P&I Club) and Kimberly Sexton Nick (OECD NEA)

5.30pm - 5.55pm: ENABLING NUCLEAR POWERED FEEDER SHIPS presentation by Richard Freston (Lloyds Register) followed by panel discussion with Tobi Menzies (CORE POWER), Renate Westendorf (Port of Rotterdam) and Scott Edwards (CORE POWER).

5.55pm - 6pm: CLOSING REMARKS

6pm - onwards: COCKTAIL RECEPTION