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Finland Launches Its First IAEA International Assessment of Radiation Emergency Preparedness

Finland has recently launched its first international assessment of radiation emergency preparedness. At the invitation of Finland's Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, an international expert team assembled by the International Atomic Energy Agency began assessing Finland's preparedness for radiation emergency response on August 25, with the work continuing through September 1. The assessment is coordinated by the Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority of Finland. This authority also serves as the IAEA contact point and participates in this review as one of the assessed entities. The coordination group designated by Finland's Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment is chaired by Karim Peltonen from the Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority of Finland. The assessment employs the IAEA's Emergency Preparedness Review mechanism,...

2026-08-26

IAEA Director General Unveils Upcoming New Initiative on Maritime Nuclear Energy

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), recently stated that the Agency is preparing to launch a new initiative to promote the application of civilian nuclear technology in maritime settings. The initiative, named Atomic Technology Licensing for Maritime Applications (ATLAS), will be officially unveiled at an IAEA ministerial event scheduled for August 26-27 in Washington, D.C., United States. The initiative aims to support the deployment of maritime civilian nuclear applications such as nuclear-powered ships and floating nuclear power plants, while facilitating alignment in licensing and regulatory efforts. Grossi stated that the ATLAS initiative could support global trade and help provide energy to remote communities and industrial users...

2026-08-26

IAEA 70th General Conference to Host Nuclear Energy Side Events

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Department of Nuclear Energy will hold its regular Nuclear Power Plant Operators Forum and three nuclear energy-related side events during the 70th IAEA General Conference, to be held from 14 to 18 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The schedule of the side events will be announced once confirmed. The Nuclear Power Plant Operators Forum, themed "Microreactors: Shaping New Operational Landscapes and Applications," is scheduled to take place from 10:30 to 12:30 on 17 September 2026 in Meeting Room CR3, 7th Floor, Building C. The forum will feature panel discussions with industry and technical experts, presenting international progress in microreactor development and deployment, covering topics such as key design features, emerging technologies, fuel and deployment options, as well as practical considerations in installation and operation, and experience from projects under construction. The session will also address the diversification of microreactor designs, the evolving research and development landscape, and the impact of practical applications, societal factors, and market expectations on technology selection.

2026-08-26

US to Partner with UK Firm to Advance Nuclear-Powered Commercial Ships

Stephen Carmel, Administrator of the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), stated that the United States will sign an agreement with Core Power, a UK-based marine nuclear energy company, to jointly advance the development of a fleet of nuclear-powered commercial ships. Under the arrangement, Washington plans to sign a public-private cooperation agreement with Core Power. The company will participate in promoting the research and development of nuclear propulsion systems in the shipping sector, accelerating the exploration of applications for this technology in commercial vessels. In June of this year, the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) approved a nuclear-powered ship design proposed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The design is regarded as a significant step forward in the U.S. technological pathway for nuclear-powered commercial ships...

2026-08-25

Ukrainian Foreign Minister and IAEA Director General Discuss Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Safety in Phone Call

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on August 22 that he had a phone call with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, during which the two sides focused on the current nuclear safety situation in Ukraine, particularly the safety status of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Sybiha stated that the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is currently under Russian control, and the related military presence remains a major source of nuclear safety risk. The two sides exchanged views on issues related to the plant and emphasized the need for close coordination based on respect for Ukraine's sovereignty and international law. Sybiha also noted that he values Grossi's personal engagement in relevant matters, as well as...

2026-08-24

Slovakia to Seek Seat on IAEA Board of Governors

Slovakia will seek a seat on the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) during the Agency's General Conference in Vienna in September. The Slovak delegation will be led by Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár. Blanár stated that Slovakia is highly dependent on nuclear energy, and securing a seat on the Board would help the country play a greater role in decision-making related to nuclear safety and energy security. Slovakia also plans to use this opportunity to promote innovative nuclear technology applications, including small modular reactors, and to continue strengthening international cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. If elected, the Chair of the Slovak Nuclear Regulatory Authority, Marta Žiaková, is expected to represent Slovakia at relevant IAEA Board of Governors meetings.

2026-08-23

Gujarat seeks to attract small modular reactor manufacturing projects

On the fifth day of his visit to the United States, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel met with executives from several global companies in New York to advance investment outreach for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027. The meetings included Kyndryl, BlackRock, and Holtec International. During the talks with Holtec International, the two sides focused on nuclear technology and manufacturing cooperation. Holtec International primarily provides spent fuel storage and related solutions for nuclear power plants and has already established a precision manufacturing facility in Gujarat to meet growing demand for air-cooled condensers. According to an official statement, the company plans to expand this facility in 2025.

2026-08-23

IAEA Upgrades Global Nuclear Power Reactor Database

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has launched an updated version of its Power Reactor Information System (PRIS) and unveiled a new public webpage. The new platform features an optimized interactive data browser, enabling users to access information on nuclear power reactors worldwide more quickly and intuitively. Since its establishment in 1969, PRIS has served as the IAEA's primary database for nuclear power reactor information, covering reactor status, design characteristics, operational experience, and global nuclear power development trends. The system provides nuclear power data services to member states, policymakers, regulators, utilities, researchers, and the public. Its flagship publication, Nuclear Power Reactors in the World...

2026-08-23

Fergana Region of Uzbekistan to Develop Roadmap for Cooperation with Rosatom in Nuclear Energy and Other Fields

On August 19, Khairullo Bozorov, Governor of Fergana Region of Uzbekistan, met with a delegation from Rosatom (the Russian State Atomic Energy Corporation) locally. The delegation was led by Alexey Dremuchev, Director of Rosatom's Central Asia Regional Center. During the talks, the two sides exchanged views on developing mutually beneficial cooperation, advancing potential investment projects, and localizing production. Rosatom presented its business portfolio in areas such as nuclear energy, mechanical engineering, nuclear medicine, digital technologies, and advanced materials production. Both sides noted that Uzbekistan, particularly Fergana Region, has favorable...

2026-08-22

South Korea Amends Nuclear Safety Act to Clarify Safety Responsibilities of Nuclear Facility Operators

The National Assembly of South Korea passed a partial amendment to the Nuclear Safety Act at its 438th special session on August 20, marking the first time that nuclear-related business operators' primary responsibility for nuclear facility safety has been explicitly established at the legal level. This move signifies that South Korea's nuclear safety management system will further transition from a licensing and regulation-centered approach to a responsibility system aligned with the safety principles of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The amendment was proposed by South Korean lawmaker Oh Se-hee. Prior to the revision, South Korea's Nuclear Safety Act primarily established safety standards and regulatory procedures around reactor construction and operating licenses, nuclear material use, and radioactive waste management facility operations, but lacked...

2026-08-21

Grossi's Visit to Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Postponed

Chernichuk, the head of Russia's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, stated that the visit by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Grossi to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has been postponed, with a new date yet to be determined. Chernichuk noted that, to his understanding, the visit will be rescheduled for a later time, but the specific timing remains unclear. On August 18, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova stated that the Ukrainian side had affected Grossi's planned visit to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and the city of Energodar, originally scheduled for August 20-21. The trip was originally planned to coincide with the routine rotation of the IAEA expert team stationed at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant...

2026-08-21

IAEA Lise Meitner Programme Concludes First Visit to Russia

The first visit to Russia under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Lise Meitner Programme recently concluded in Moscow. The two-week visit brought together 14 female nuclear industry professionals from 14 countries, focusing on Russia's nuclear technology, nuclear facilities, and research platform operations, along with training and exchanges on professional competence and leadership. During the visit, the delegation toured the Kalinin Nuclear Power Plant, the Rosatom Technical Academy in Obninsk, the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR), and the Machine-Building Plant under Rosatom's fuel division. Participants also learned virtually about...

2026-08-19

Vivos Ships First Batches from U.S. IsoPet Production Facility, Receives AERB Approval to Build International Manufacturing Center in India

KENNEWICK, Wash. — Vivos Inc. recently announced two operational milestones: its in-house production facility in Richland, Washington, has begun delivering IsoPet® products to certified veterinary clinics in the United States; simultaneously, the company has received authorization from India's Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) to establish an international manufacturing center in India. This means Vivos will have a two-site production footprint spanning the U.S. and India. According to the company, the U.S. production facility, housed at the Applied Process Engineering Laboratory (APEL), will manufacture IsoPet® veterinary oncology products and RadioGel® human oncology products, and will serve as the center for subsequent process improvements and regulatory...

2026-08-19

Syria Says Newly Discovered Nuclear Material Not Dangerous, Will Remain Under National Control

Syrian Foreign Minister Al-Shaibani said on August 18 that nuclear material discovered at an undisclosed location in Syria is not dangerous and will remain under Syrian control. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has provided assurances regarding the situation. Speaking at a joint press conference in Damascus with IAEA Director General Grossi that day, Al-Shaibani stated that Syria has the right to use this nuclear material for civilian and peaceful purposes. Grossi said the IAEA was able to access the relevant facility and carry out its work after receiving notification from the Syrian government. Following the end of the Assad government's rule in late 2024, Syria's new government has expressed willingness to...

2026-08-19

Date for Grossi's Next Visit to Russia Yet to Be Determined

Alexey Likhachev, Director General of Rosatom, stated that the specific date for Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to visit Russia again has not yet been determined. Earlier, Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, said that Grossi had planned to visit the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and the city of Enerhodar on August 20-21, but the trip was interrupted by the Ukrainian side. Currently, no further information has been released by the Russian side regarding Grossi's next visit arrangements.

2026-08-19