Navigating the uncharted waters of maritime nuclear: A roadmap for first movers

Speakers:

Jez Sims

Technical Authority Nuclear - Marine and Offshore,

Technical Directorate, Lloyd’s Register

Meg Dowling

Senior Engineer – Nuclear Technology and Alternative Fuels,

Maritime Performance Services - Applied Technology, Lloyd’s Register

About the event:

The maritime industry is on the horizon of a new era, with nuclear energy poised to play a pivotal role in decarbonisation, achieving ambitious sustainability targets, and supporting the required scaling of operations for growing global demand. However, the integration of nuclear power in the maritime environment presents unique regulatory, security, and insurance challenges that first-time movers must navigate. This presentation, based on the newly launched Lloyd's Register (LR) Guidance Note on Implementing Nuclear Energy in Maritime, provides a comprehensive roadmap for industry stakeholders looking to meet emissions requirements and gain a first mover advantage.

The presentation will delve into the complex regulatory landscape, highlighting the lack of a harmonised international framework and the need for collaboration between maritime and nuclear regulatory bodies. It will explore the key milestones in designing and deploying nuclear energy solutions for maritime applications, emphasising the importance of security and safeguards by design.