National, energy and climate security have converged in favor of nuclear power across Europe. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands have unveiled big plans for nuclear expansion, and there is ample opportunity for the U.S. nuclear supply chain to showcase the industry’s leadership in innovation, technology, and supply chain excellence as each country approaches critical decisions about its international partners for planned new nuclear plants.
Engage directly with key government officials and industry stakeholders responsible for advancing nuclear energy programs in the UK and the Netherlands and explore partnership and investment opportunities in these critical European markets.
This trade mission is being conducted in close partnership with the U.S. Departments of Energy, Commerce, and State, as well as the respective ministries of the UK and the Netherlands which oversee each nation’s ambitious nuclear energy plans and projects.
United Kingdom
March 30 – April 2
The United Kingdom currently operates 9 reactors but all except one of these plants are due to reach the end of their operating life by 2030. Despite this, the government has ambitious plans to increase nuclear capacity in the UK from around 6 GW to up to 24 GW by 2050. New reactors have been proposed at various sites and the UK and are at different stages of development including large reactors at Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, as well as SMRs. Final decisions on government funding related Great British Nuclear’ s SMR competition are expected in June of this year.
Netherlands
April 3
The Netherlands has one nuclear reactor generating a small amount of its electricity. A previous decision to phase out nuclear power was reversed, and the Dutch government is now putting money and concrete timelines behind a promise to commission four large new nuclear reactors starting in 2035, and to more broadly support nuclear energy. The Netherlands plans to significantly expand its nuclear energy capacity by building two new nuclear power plants at the Borssele site with the goal of generating between 9-13% of the country's electricity through nuclear power; additionally, they intend to extend the lifespan of their existing Borssele reactor beyond its original decommissioning date of 2033. SMRs could also play an important role in the Dutch energy transition.
Apply by February 13
To apply for the trade mission, complete the application form and email it to Ted Jones, NEI director for national security and international programs, by February 13 at 5 p.m. ET.
Eligibility: Participants in this program must agree to limit their promotion of goods and/or services to those that are manufactured or produced in the United States, or, if manufactured or produced outside of the United States, that are marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have U.S. content representing at least 51% of the value of the finished goods or services.
After Your Application Has Been Approved
Fees
| NEI Member | $5,000 |
| Nonmember | $7,000 |
To complete your registration for the mission, please contact Tyshae Jackson at [email protected] to arrange payment via credit card after you have received an invoice.
Delegate and Company Information
Please be prepared to send the following information to Anders Jensen no later than February 27:
- personal bio (less than one page)
- headshot in a high-resolution .jpg format
- personal contact details (office and mobile phone numbers, email address and company mailing address)
- emergency contact name and phone number
- company profile (text only, less than one page)
- company logo in a high-resolution .eps vector format.
NOTE: Information supplied to NEI after February 27 will not be included in promotional and other mission materials.
Logistics
Delegates must arrange their own flights and hotel reservations. NEI will provide delegates with suggested flights and the designated mission hotels once they have been approved.
United Kingdom - March 30 - April 2
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
Piccadilly, London, W1J 7BX
+44 20 7499 6321
Guest rate: 356.00 GBP
Hotel booking link
Make your hotel reservation by Monday, March 8, 2025 at 4pm UK time to secure the group rate. Prior to or upon check-in, a one-night's room and tax charge will be billed to your credit card as a deposit. The rate excludes tax but is inclusive of breakfast each morning.
Netherlands - April 3
voco the Hague
Kneuterdijk 8, 2514 EN Den Haag, Netherlands
+31 70 218 5600
Guest rate: 159 EUR
Hotel booking link
Make your hotel reservation by Monday, March 10, 2025 to secure the group rate. Prior to or upon check-in, a one-night's room and tax charge will be billed to your credit card as a deposit. The rate excludes tax but is inclusive of breakfast each morning.
Travel Documents
As of January 2025, US citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to the UK for short visits, business, or tourism. This includes transiting through UK airports. The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) for EU travel is expected to enter force in mid-2025 and is not needed at this time.
Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure from the European Union. Provided that you are traveling from the U.S. or a country that has established a visa-free regime with the E.U., you will not need an E.U. visa.
STEP Enrollment
NEI recommends to all delegates that they enroll in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) so that the State Department has an official record of your travel plans and can contact you with safety and security information in the event of a crisis.
