World Nuclear Transport Conference 2026

As decommissioning programmes accelerate worldwide, the volume and complexity of materials requiring transport continues to grow. This sub-theme invites contributions that share practical experience, lessons learned, and new approaches to managing the safe, secure and sustainable movement of spent fuel and radioactive waste.

From life-saving medical treatments to essential industrial applications, the transport of radioactive materials plays a critical role in everyday life. This sub-theme explores how these diverse and often time-sensitive shipments can be delivered safely, reliably, and efficiently across global supply chains.

Strong frameworks are only effective when they work in practice. This sub-theme focuses on how safety, security, and regulatory requirements are implemented on the ground, and how the sector continues to adapt to evolving risks, technologies, and expectations.

New nuclear technologies are reshaping the future of energy, medicine, and beyond bringing new transport challenges and opportunities with them. This sub-theme looks ahead to how innovation will influence the movement of nuclear and radioactive materials in the years to come.

The Asia Oceanic region presents a dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape for the transport of radioactive materials, with diverse regulatory frameworks, infrastructure challenges, and growing demand. This cross-cutting theme invites contributions that explore regional perspectives, share practical solutions, and highlight collaboration across borders to address common challenges and support safe, efficient transport.

The transport of nuclear and radioactive materials plays a vital role in supporting global sustainable development-from clean energy to healthcare and industry. This theme encourages practical examples of how the sector contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrating real-world impact and measurable outcomes.