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2026 Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Industry Update—December 2025
Here is a recap of recent industry happenings:
Agreement signed on advanced nuclear technology in space
Texas-based space technology and orbital logistics developer Space Ocean Corporation and New Mexico–based space nuclear power systems developer Space Nuclear Power Corporation (SpaceNukes) have signed a letter of intent to explore the integration of advanced nuclear reactor technology into future space missions. Space Ocean agreed to test SpaceNukes’ 10-kilowatt microreactor aboard its ALV-N satellite and, if performance criteria are met, to use SpaceNukes as a core supplier of reactors for future Space Ocean lunar and planetary missions. The companies also agreed to examine the integration of fluid delivery systems with reactor modules, to collect operational data to support technology readiness certification, and to form a joint working group to pursue additional space infrastructure and commercial opportunities.
Decommissioning Environmental Sciences and Remote Technology 2024
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by DESD
Tuesday, November 19, 2024|3:15–5:00PM EST|Merritt 1
Session Chair:
James J. Byrne
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Dustin G. Miller
The panel is an assortment of companies engaged in developing, licensing and deploying marine nuclear power applications. The session will discuss current progress and future deployment of marine nuclear and the challenges evident in licensing and operating vessels in different jurisdictions. Panelists include representatives from Allseas, Core Power, Lloyd's Registry and Global Nuclear Security Partners
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