The World Nuclear Exhibition is the leading international event for all stakeholders in the civil nuclear sector. Organized by GIFEN every two years in Paris, the exhibition brings together professionals from the entire value chain who operate globally and contribute daily to the excellence of the industry.
The WNE exhibition and its highlights
The 2025 edition will highlight two themes:
- Nuclear Today and Tomorrow, focusing on existing nuclear power and new projects, as well as emerging technologies.
- Beyond Electricity, covering the non-electric applications of nuclear energy, such as medicine, agriculture, and industrial uses.
The WNE is expected to achieve record attendance and bring together:
- more than 20 national pavilions;
- nearly 1000 exhibitors;
- and over 25,000 visitors from more than 80 different nationalities.
We offer you an overview of the new features and highlights of this 2025 edition.
🎤Inaugural ceremony and international panels
The opening ceremony of WNE 2025 will take place on November 4th at 9:30 AM and will bring together key figures from the global nuclear sector, including the Director General of the IAEA and the Executive Director of the NEA. The European Commission and the French government should also be represented. The ministers attending the exhibition will then be invited to share their vision of nuclear energy in their respective countries during a "high-level" session. Experts will discuss the major challenges facing the industry over the three days of the conference: acceleration of new programs, financing, standardization, innovation, mergers, artificial intelligence, stakeholder engagement, and the role of nuclear energy in the energy transition.
🏆 Innovation Awards and Start-up Program
The exhibition will highlight innovation with the presentation of the Innovation Awards on November 4th at 5:45 PM, recognizing the most remarkable technological and industrial advancements. Additionally, the Start-up Program will provide exceptional visibility to 30 start-ups, allowing them to showcase their solutions and connect with potential investors and partners within the Start-up Village, a true hub of creativity and renewal for the industry.
🏆 Innovation Awards and Start-up Program
The exhibition will highlight innovation with the presentation of the Innovation Awards on November 4th at 5:45 PM, recognizing the most remarkable technological and industrial advancements. Additionally, the Start-up Program will provide exceptional visibility to 30 start-ups, allowing them to showcase their solutions and connect with potential investors and partners within the Start-up Village, a true hub of creativity and renewal for the industry.
👩🎓 Job and Training Village
The Job & Training Village, dedicated to employment and training, will host nearly 800 students and job seekers. The program includes career conferences, meetings with sponsors and training organizations, HR/recruitment workshops, interactive spaces, and guided tours of the exhibition. This initiative aims to enhance the appeal of the industry and facilitate the integration of young talent into the nuclear sector.
💡Beyond Electricity Expo (BEE)
The BEE will highlight innovative applications of nuclear energy beyond electricity production: medicine, hydrogen, agriculture, industrial heat, space, desalination, and propulsion. This exhibition, supported by the CEA and the IAEA, will showcase the diverse uses of nuclear energy and its key role in the energy and technological transition.
📚Pop-up bookstore and book signings
A pop-up bookstore will offer a selection of reference works (in French and English) on nuclear energy, featuring authors for signing sessions. It will be a space conducive to discovery, exchange, and the dissemination of knowledge about the industry.
Are you not an exhibitor but would like to attend the trade show? You can register as a visitor using the following link!
The GIFEN booth: a showcase of the French nuclear industry!
The GIFEN stand will serve as a meeting and exchange space, aimed at promoting the excellence of the French nuclear sector, welcoming its members in a friendly atmosphere, attracting new companies, and showcasing the GIFEN's key projects and programs to institutional representatives and the media.
✨Join us for the highlights at the GIFEN booth!
📢 Presentation of the flagship programs in the sector.
- CARTO: the reference database for the French sector.
- PEON: the operational excellence program.
- COACH: Mentorship for Nuclear Excellence.
Presentations and demonstrations will be offered to better understand the objectives and benefits of these programs for companies in the sector.
💡 Intervention by the BPI
On Wednesday, November 5th, from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM, the BPI will present its SME Accelerator: a program designed to support the growth, transformation, and competitiveness of businesses.
🤖Nuclear Pathway 4.0
Three thematic pathways, Nuclear 4.0, will invite visitors to explore the latest innovations and 4.0 technologies that are transforming the nuclear sector:
Focus on operators: November 4th from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Digital focus: November 5th from 2:15 PM to 3:30 PM.
Focus Industry: November 6th from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM.
📝Engagements and Signatures
Four key moments:
- ✍️ Signing of the Supplier Relations & Responsible Purchasing Charter - November 4th, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM;
- 🚀 Launch of Data for Nuclear X: Building the Sovereign Digital Exchange Space for the Nuclear Sector" - November 5, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM;
- 🌎Joint statement from international nuclear associations in preparation for COP30 - November 6, 12 PM - 1 PM.
- ✍️ Signing of a partnership between GIFEN and Docaposte for digital projects - November 6, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM.
👩🔬Welcome to WIN France !
GIFEN is pleased to welcome the WIN France association to its booth. Their presentations will highlight the diversity of talent and the importance of inclusion in the nuclear sector.
🎲Playful animations
Interactive quizzes will allow you to test your knowledge about the sector and GIFEN in a friendly atmosphere.
🥂 Cocktail GIFEN
On Wednesday, November 5th at 5:00 PM, GIFEN will bring together all member exhibitors at WNE for a special moment of camaraderie and networking.
The France Pavilion at WNE — Designed and coordinated by GIFEN.
📊 The Pavilion France in a few key figures
- 2,500 m² of exhibition space
- 207 exhibiting French companies
- 77% of GIFEN members
- 18,000 expected visitors from France and abroad.
- 4 regional collectives
- 11 invited international delegations
- 17 business pitches from French companies at the France Lounge.
- 1 dedicated evening
🌍Focus on Delegations
The WNE is an opportunity for GIFEN to:
- promote the French nuclear sector;
- promote industrial contacts;
- Leverage the resources to support major projects and objectives of the sector, in collaboration with European and global partners.
11 Export Pathways are organized to connect French companies with international delegations at the France Pavilion.
To prepare for your visit, access 13 market analysis reports (including Switzerland and the United States) to understand the context of each country.
🎤 France Industry Pitches: Stay tuned!
French Pavilion is renewing its "France Industry Pitchs": 17 French industrial companies will exclusively present their innovations, expertise, and know-how on the stage of the France Lounge, showcasing the diversity of the sector.
Speakers:
Boët Group, Baumert, Cubik, Oakridge, Fives Nordon, Framatome Valves, Nabboo, Centre of Excellence France (CoE), I2EN, Bessé, ScamFiltres, Technetics Group, Antea Group, Siem Supranite, CRIT, ADF Group, Scalian
🕛Every day from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the France Lounge, located in the heart of the France Pavilion.
🍸Cocktail of the Pavilion France
Join us for a friendly evening on Tuesday, November 4th at 6:30 PM.
🎉 800 participants expected (exhibitors, visitors, international attendees, VIPs)
An opportunity to celebrate the success of this edition together in a positive atmosphere!
Whether you are an exhibitor or a visitor, GIFEN will be pleased to welcome you to the France Lounge at Pavilion France (PF D088) and at the GIFEN Stand No. G114!
