The UK's rapidly expanding Small Modular Reactor (SMR) sector will take center stage at SMR Expo, scheduled for 23 September 2026 in Derby. The event is positioned as the country's leading one-day meeting dedicated to small modular reactor technologies, bringing together the key players driving the future of low-carbon nuclear energy.
The exhibition will gather SMR technology developers, engineering companies, advanced manufacturing specialists, fuel-cycle innovators, regulators and supply-chain integrators, creating a focused environment for companies seeking to commercialize next-generation nuclear solutions.
Exhibitors will include reactor designers, component manufacturers, digital twin providers, robotics and remote-handling specialists, engineering consultancies and workforce development organizations.
For the composites industry, the continued growth of SMRs represents a significant opportunity. Next-generation nuclear systems will increasingly require lightweight, corrosion-resistant and high-performance materials for structural components, insulation systems, robotic equipment and modular plant infrastructure, creating new markets for advanced composite technologies.
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16 July 2026
