PODCAST SUMMARY
In this episode, dive into the revolution of modular reactors, SMRs (Small Modular Reactors) and AMRs (Advanced Modular Reactors), compact and affordable technological innovations that could well redefine our energy future.
With more than 80 projects under study around the world, some of which are already well advanced in China, the United States and Canada, these reactors are set to become the key solution for Europe, faced with the urgent need to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and to strengthen its energy independence. To meet this dual challenge, Europe is launching an industrial alliance on small modular reactors, while France stands out with 11 SMR and AMR projects selected as part of the France 2030 plan, benefiting from support of more than €100 million.
Find out how these innovative technologies are boosting the nuclear sector and shaping the future of energy on a national and international scale.
THE AUTHORS
Julien Jachmich
Director of the SMR &AMR programme
Julien Jachmich is a graduate of INP Toulouse (N7) with a DEA in Energy. He started his career at Areva NP as a fluid systems engineer, taking on various roles such as design engineer and commissioning engineer in Germany for the Olkiluoto 3 project. He later advanced into engineering management and served as a Boiler Systems Architect on the HPC project.
In 2017, Julien joined Assystem as a Front End Engineering Manager, where he focused on developing international nuclear activities. In 2020, he became the Operations Director for the “Cycle, Dismantling & Defence” business unit. Since January 2024, he has been leading the Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs) programme.
Olivier Vincent
Director of Development
Olivier, an engineer graduated from the École d’Arts et Métiers and ESC Toulouse, began his career in 2009 at Areva. He started in India, supporting the sale of EPR reactors for the JNPP project, before specialising in hydrogen energy storage. He then took on the role of Director of Strategy for the group’s Treatment and Recycling activities. In 2017, Olivier joined Assystem as Director of Strategy for nuclear activities. Currently, Olivier is the Director of Development, responsible for AMR-SMR activities and the Orano account.
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