Orano exhibits at WNE, the world's leading nuclear trade show
The World Nuclear Exhibition (WNE), a key international event for the nuclear industry, is being held at the Parc des expositions de Villepinte from November 28 to 30, bringing together the world's leading players in the sector. This is an opportunity for Orano to share its expertise and capacity for innovation with leaders, decision-makers, and partners, notably on its 2 stands located in J102 and J149.
WNE key figures
729 companies exhibiting over 3 days!
For its 5th edition, WNE will bring together nearly 20,000 participants representing 76 countries, up from 55 countries in 2021, with 40% of exhibitors coming from outside France.
An exclusive event for the industry's longstanding players, as well as for many innovative young companies, with over 6,000 business meetings with top-level decision-makers.
An international platform for the nuclear industry
WNE raises the stakes of a nuclear energy sector increasingly anchored in a sustainable future, with carbon neutrality by 2050 in its sights.
This international meeting is a unique opportunity to exchange ideas with future partners, draw inspiration from technological innovations and position yourself on new business opportunities and market trends.
The program includes almost 50 activities covering the entire value chain of the industry. A new feature this year is the WNE Connect to Nuclear Pogram, dedicated to attractiveness, employment, and training, which encourages meetings between students and companies.
5 Orano projects nominated for WNE Awards
Another highlight of the event: the WNE Awards! Orano has been nominated in 5 categories, rewarding the best in the nuclear industry's best innovations.
- In the “Societal and Sustainable Responsibility” category, Irhazer@zerohunger: contributing to food security and local economic development.
- In the “Nuclear Safety” category, Oranef: a collapsible drone that can be used to carry out various missions remotely and safely in areas inaccessible to personnel, where existing resources do not allow this.
- In the “Operational Excellence” category, EGPN (EasyGel Protect Nuclear): A solution for secure drilling and fine particle capture in nuclear environments without suction.
- in the “Skills & Knowledge Management” category, Immersive startup Program: a learning immersion program for mutual inspiration between start-ups of interest to the Group and Orano: a human adventure of openness and sharing in an innovative environment.
- In the “Products & Services” category, Anemone: Universal recovery tool for restricted environments.
Orano is back at the WNE
Fuel cycle in the spotlight
Orano, as a global player in the entire fuel cycle, is taking part in the highlights of the event.
Through workshops, roundtables and demonstrations, the Group will be spotlighting its core business, highlighting its expertise as the world's leading uranium producer, the world's No. 1 nuclear materials recycling platform, the world's No. 3 in enrichment, and a key player in nuclear transport.
Topics covered include security of supply for nuclear reactors, waste and raw materials management, and plant dismantling.
Throughout the show, Orano will be presenting the Group's latest innovations, virtual reality simulations and mock-ups showcasing, among other things, the Group's technological advances.
For Orano, it's an opportunity to showcase its new activities, which are helping to make nuclear power a resource for the future in the healthcare sector, as well as in the technological deployment of smaller, more compact reactors, known as SMRs.
20 most innovative start-ups in the nuclear industry
The WNE Startup Program, set up for the start-ups that show the greatest promise for the future of the industry, aims to offer entrepreneurs visibility and a unique business experience. This support takes the form of a mentoring program, a stand in the Startup Village, and a "Coup de Coeur" prize awarded by an online public vote.
With innovation in its DNA, Orano is a natural mentor for the program.