Global infrastructure focus
The programme moved from policy and infrastructure to SMRs, Gen IV, fusion fuel cycles and practical regulatory foundations.
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binding.energy 2026
From vision to implementation
Global perspectives, infrastructure and industrial scalingThe 2026 edition showed binding.energy as an established international community event: three days, a broader exhibition, deeper programme tracks and a clear move from vision toward implementation.
Recap video
Impressions from the 2026 edition.
3-5 February 2026Aachen, Germany
3 daysconference format
4 topicsprogramme tracks
25+ speakersnamed experts
12 exhibitorspartner visibility
Full programme
The agenda that shaped binding.energy 2026.
Day 13 February 2026
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3 February 2026
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Registration
13:30
Welcome & Opening
Topic 1 - Global Perspectives & Nuclear Infrastructure of Tomorrow
13:40
Rethinking the Energy Transition: A Role for Nuclear Power to Meet Climate Targets and Keep Economic Competitiveness
Dr. Friedbert Pflüger (Managing Director), Clean Energy Forum
14:00
From Phase-Out to Breakthrough: Former NPP Biblis as a Nuclear Innovation Hub
Dr. Cord-Henrich Lefhalm (Innovation Manager), RWE Nuclear
14:20
European Innovation for a Global Challenge: Transmutex and the ADS Revolution
Franklin Servan-Schreiber (CEO), Transmutex
14:40
Panel Discussion - Nuclear Rethought: Innovation, Policy, and the Path Forward
15:20
Company Pitches
15:40
Marvel Fusion's Power Plant Pre-Concept
Michael Ehrmanntraut (Senior Engineering Manager), Marvel Fusion
16:00
Accelerating Innovation in the Global Nuclear Race - The Nano Nuclear Vision
Matthew Barry (Head of Capital Markets and Investor Relations), NANO Nuclear Energy
16:20
IAEA Activities in Small Modular Reactor and Fusion Technology Development
Dr. Vladimir Artisiuk (Senior Nuclear Expert), International Atomic Energy Agency
16:40
Panel Discussion - Shaping the Nuclear Infrastructure of Tomorrow: From Projects to Fuels
Evening
Conference Dinner at Tivoli Stadion
Day 24 February 2026
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4 February 2026
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Welcome to Day 2
Topic 2 - Advancements in Nuclear Fission: Gen-IV & SMR on the Rise
09:10
South Korea's i-SMR Initiative: Pioneering Carbon-Neutral Solutions through Innovative Reactor Technology
Dr. Han-gon Kim (President), Innovative Small Modular Reactor Development Agency
09:30
Decarbonising District Heating: Finland's LDR-50 SMR Approach
Tommi Nyman (CEO), Steady Energy
09:50
Bringing the Molten Salt Reactor from Vision to Reality
Jesper Glahn (CCO), Copenhagen Atomics
10:10
Panel Discussion - Scaling Innovation: New Markets, New Models, and the Global Momentum for Next-Gen Nuclear
10:50
Company Pitches
11:00
Tracking Global SMR Progress: Insights from the NEA SMR Dashboard and Implications for Europe's Nuclear Future
Diane Cameron (Head of Nuclear Technology), OECD Nuclear Energy Agency
11:20
Charting Europe's Nuclear Innovation Path: SNETP's Role in Advancing SMRs and Gen IV Systems
Dr. Christophe Bruggeman (Deputy Director General), SCK CEN & SNETP
11:40
Navigating Europe's Nuclear Landscape: Safety, Innovation, and Energy Sovereignty
Dr. Gianfranco Brunetti (Head of Unit), European Commission
12:00
Panel Discussion - Europe's SMR Moment: Strategy, Innovation, and Deployment
Special announcements
13:30
Engineering the Future of Fusion Fuel: The LIBRIT Tritium Breeder Blanket Testbed
Nicholas Houghton (Principal Engineer & Group Leader), UK Atomic Energy Authority
13:30
AI-driven Decision Support for Fusion and Advanced Reactor Systems - The Gaia Labs Approach
Prof. Dr. Thomas Kopinski (Head of Lab), GAIA Lab
13:30
AI-fuelled Innovation for the Nuclear Industry
Giovanni Landi (Vice-President), Istituto EuropIA
Topic 3 - Fusion in Action: Demonstrators, Breakthroughs & Market Potential
14:00
From Vision to Power: Advancing Europe's Fusion Industry Towards Commercialisation
Milena Roveda (Chair), European Fusion Association
14:20
Driving Fusion Forward: Japan's Strategy for Industrialising Fusion Energy
Prof. Dr. Satoshi Konishi (CEO), Kyoto Fusioneering
14:40
ITER and the Fusion Industry Ecosystem - Infrastructure, Collaboration and Commercial Perspectives
Dr. Alain Bécoulet (Deputy Director), ITER Organization
15:00
Panel Discussion - Fusion Goes Industrial: Global Strategies for Scaling Fusion Energy
15:40
From Concept to Reality: Building the World's First Laser Fusion Power Plant
Prof. Dr. Markus Roth (CSO), Focused Energy
16:00
The Big Six Fusion Fuel Cycle Challenges and How to Master Them
Dr. Christian Day (CTO), Fusion Fuel Cycles Inc.
16:20
Fusion, Transmutation and Radioisotopes: SPRIND's Path to Fostering a Nuclear Ecosystem
Dr. Antonia Schmalz (Innovation Manager), SPRIND
16:40
Panel Discussion - Towards Commercial Fusion: Technology, Fuel Cycles, and Innovation Pathways
17:00
Exhibitor Event - Get-Together with Beer and Pretzels
Day 35 February 2026
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5 February 2026
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Welcome to Day 3
09:10
The MOX Fuel Cycle in Transition: Technology Developments for Advanced Reactors
Dr. Johannes Fachinger (Head of Nuclear Technology), ALD Vacuum Technologies
09:10
Hare vs. Hedgehog in Energy Innovation: SMR and Fusion's Race to the Future
Torsten Pfalz (Head of Nuclear Safety, Radiation Protection and Grid Integration), TÜV Rheinland Industrie-Service
09:30
Company Pitches
Topic 4 - Bridging Worlds: Synergies Between Fusion and Fission
10:30
From Experience to Enablement: Bridging Operational Insights and Future Nuclear Innovation
Dr. Anton Anthofer (Managing Director), Hinneburg GmbH
10:50
A View at Modern Reactor Technologies: High-level Radioactive Waste Reduction and LWR-fuel Utilisation
Dr. Mehmet Kadiroğlu (Technical Expert), TÜV Nord EnSys
11:10
ReFus: Regulatory Pathways for Future Fusion Power Plants in Germany
Joachim Herb (Management Consultant), GRS
11:30
Panel Discussion - From Practice to Progress: Operational and Regulatory Foundations for New Nuclear
11:50
Summary & Outlook - Closing Reflections
12:00
Quick Lunch - End of Conference
What remained
Why this edition matters for the next one.
Exhibition as part of the conference flow
Exhibitors were visible in the same rhythm as talks, breaks and networking, giving delegates a natural path from content to business exchange.
Community maturity
With three days and a broader international speaker board, binding.energy became easier to recognise as a recurring industry forum.
Coverage
Press and publication links that document the community.
atw
atw International Journal for Nuclear Power
Industry journal coverage that places binding.energy in the professional nuclear media environment.
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vgbe energy
Nuclear Buyers Guide
A buyer-oriented publication context for companies looking at nuclear supply chains and services.
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EEI
European Energy Innovation
European energy coverage that helps the conference reach policy, industry and innovation audiences.
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