Powering Launch:
Nuclear Systems, Testing, and Safe Operations

June 17, 2026

11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon Eastern Time.

Webinar description:

As space exploration ventures further into the deep solar system, the transition from chemical propulsion to high-energy nuclear systems is no longer a matter of "if," but "when." However, moving these advanced power sources from the laboratory to the lunar surface requires a radical rethink of ground operations.

Powering Launch: Nuclear Systems, Testing, and Safe Operations convenes a specialized panel of spaceport operators and nuclear experts to discuss the logistical frontier of nuclear-enabled spaceflight. While much of the industry focuses on reactor design, this session pivots to the critical "last mile": receiving, testing, and integrating nuclear payloads within a traditional launch complex.

Our experts will explore the rigorous safety protocols, specialized infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks necessary to handle Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs) and Nuclear Thermal Propulsion (NTP) units. Join us to learn how today’s spaceports are evolving to ensure that the next generation of deep-space missions is fueled safely, efficiently, and ready for liftoff.