https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/menu?menuId=MENU00718 KAERI News 게시판 rss 정보 2026-10-29 16:23:50.0 13171 11878 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13171&menuId=MENU00718 On October 29, 2026, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) welcomed a German delegation comprising representatives from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), the German Bundestag, and energy and technology companies. The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen ties between Korea and Germany and explore potential cooperation in advanced nuclear technologies. During the meeting, KAERI introduced its research and development activities, with a particular focus on small modular reactors (SMRs). Both sides exchanged views on recent technological developments and potential areas for future research collaboration. Following the meeting, the delegation toured KAERI's Helium Experimental Loop (HELP), a research facility supporting the development and validation of high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) technologies. The visit offered an opportunity to gain firsthand insight into KAERI's advanced reactor research capabilities. The visit laid the groundwork for continued technical exchanges and potential joint research between KAERI and German partners. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11878&fileId=1 2026-10-26 14:12:56.0 13163 11870 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13163&menuId=MENU00718 On October 23, 2026, a Kenyan delegation led by Mr. Justus Wabuyabo, CEO of the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA), visited Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI). The delegation included H.E. Prof. Emmy Jerono Kipsoi, Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya to the Republic of Korea, and Eng. Peter Njenga, Managing Director and CEO of the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen), as well as officials from NuPEA, KenGen, and Kenya’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum. The visit follows the KAERI–NuPEA MOU signed in September 2025 and the joint workshop held in Nairobi in September 2026, marking another step in nearly a decade of cooperation between KAERI and Kenya on the country’s research reactor program. It was arranged for the delegation to see Korea’s nuclear infrastructure firsthand and to identify specific areas for future cooperation. During the meeting, the two sides shared the current status of their nuclear programs and exchanged views on a range of topics, including research reactors, SMRs, human resource development, and public acceptance of nuclear energy. They also discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation in support of Kenya’s research reactor program. Following the meeting, the delegation toured HANARO, Korea’s multipurpose research reactor, where they gained first-hand insight into KAERI’s research reactor design and operation experience. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for both sides to deepen mutual understanding and build on their long-standing partnership. KAERI plans to continue working closely with NuPEA as the Kenya Nuclear Research Reactor (KNRR) project moves forward. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11870&fileId=1 2026-10-08 10:08:22.0 13140 11847 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13140&menuId=MENU00718 Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) and the National Research Council of Science & Technology (NST) jointly held the inaugural Good Morning, Science on October 7, 2026, at the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, bringing together around 50 participants, including science and technology representatives from foreign diplomatic missions in Korea. Designed as a new platform for regular exchange, Good Morning, Science connects Korea’s government-funded research institutes with the international community through research briefings, open discussions, and networking, creating opportunities to identify shared interests and potential areas of collaboration. The inaugural event opened with remarks by Yeungshik Kim, Chairperson of NST, followed by a congratulatory address from Sung-Hoon Hwang, Director General for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), and welcoming remarks by Dr. Ki-Yong Choi, Senior Vice President of KAERI. As the first participating research institute, KAERI presented “Future Nuclear Energy for the AI Era: Focusing on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs),” highlighting its latest nuclear R&D activities and SMR technologies. The presentation led to an open exchange on the evolving role of nuclear energy in the AI era and opportunities for future international cooperation. Dr. Choi emphasized that many of KAERI’s achievements have been made possible by the cooperation and trust of the international community, reaffirming KAERI’s commitment to working with partners worldwide toward a safer and more sustainable future. Through Good Morning, Science, KAERI continues to strengthen its global network and turn dialogue into new opportunities for collaboration. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11847&fileId=1 2026-09-04 15:55:39.0 13102 11809 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13102&menuId=MENU00718 On September 4, 2026, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) signed an agreement with Danish nuclear energy company Saltfoss Energy for cooperation in Molten Salt Reactor (MSR) fuel fabrication and material corrosion assessment. The agreement was signed by Dr. Min-Hoon Baik, Senior Vice President of KAERI’s Back-end Nuclear Technology Laboratory, and Mr. Peder Norborg, Chief Operating Officer of Saltfoss Energy, in the presence of KAERI Acting President Dr. In-cheol Lim  and Mr. Shineyoung Kang, President of Saltfoss Korea. Under the agreement, worth approximately USD 2.26 million (KRW 3 billion), KAERI will work with Saltfoss Energy over the next two years to support the development of its fluoride-based MSR. The cooperation will cover fluoride molten salt pretreatment, fuel fabrication and characterization, construction and operation of a natural-circulation molten salt test loop, and corrosion assessment of candidate structural materials. KAERI has accumulated extensive expertise and research infrastructure in high-temperature molten salt technologies through its long-standing R&D on pyroprocessing. Building on this foundation, KAERI is also developing MARINA, an advanced chloride-based molten salt reactor for maritime applications, in collaboration with domestic industry, academia, and research institutions. The agreement is particularly meaningful as KAERI will expand and apply its expertise in chloride-based MSR technologies to Saltfoss Energy’s fluoride-based MSR development. It also provides an opportunity to broaden international cooperation in MSR fuel, materials, and related testing and evaluation technologies. Acting President Dr. In-cheol Lim stated, “This agreement is a meaningful achievement demonstrating that Korea’s MSR technologies developed through national R&D have gained recognition from an international private-sector partner. KAERI will continue to advance core technologies and expand international cooperation to strengthen the global competitiveness of our MSR technologies for future maritime and land-based applications.” https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11809&fileId=1 2026-09-01 15:32:09.0 13096 11803 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13096&menuId=MENU00718 On August 31, 2026, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) welcomed a delegation from Uganda as part of the country’s efforts to explore nuclear energy development and strengthen its nuclear infrastructure. The delegation included senior officials from Uganda’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) and other government agencies and institutions, including Mr. Simon Tebasulwa Kalanzi, Commissioner of Nuclear Energy, and Ms. Cecilia Menya, Commissioner of the Electric Power Department. During the meeting, KAERI Acting President Lim In-cheol introduced KAERI’s role and major R&D activities and exchanged views with the delegation on Uganda’s nuclear energy development and potential areas for future cooperation. The visit was part of the delegation’s benchmarking program focused on Korea’s nuclear sector as Uganda moves forward with its plans to introduce nuclear power. The two sides discussed the importance of developing nuclear R&D capabilities and human resources to support the country’s long-term nuclear energy program. Following the meeting, the delegation toured ATLAS (Advanced Thermal-Hydraulic Test Loop for Accident Simulation), KAERI’s large-scale thermal-hydraulic test facility for nuclear safety research. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for KAERI and Uganda to enhance mutual understanding and explore future cooperation in nuclear science and technology. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11803&fileId=1 2026-08-12 14:40:20.0 13071 11778 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13071&menuId=MENU00718 On August 11, 2026, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) welcomed a delegation from the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority (SSM), led by Director General Michael Knochenhauer, together with representatives from Korea’s Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC). The delegation met with KAERI Acting President Dr. In-Cheol Lim and directors responsible for advanced reactor technologies and international cooperation. During the meeting, KAERI introduced its major R&D activities and advanced reactor development portfolio, including light-water and non-light-water small modular reactors (SMRs). In particular, KAERI presented its ongoing development of sodium-cooled fast reactor (SFR) and high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) technologies. The Swedish delegation showed interest in various aspects of advanced reactor development, including safety, industry participation, load-following capabilities, and the potential to reduce spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste. The meeting also provided an opportunity for KAERI and SSM to exchange perspectives on regulatory harmonization and the evolving regulatory environment for advanced reactors. Both sides recognized the importance of early dialogue between technology developers and regulators as innovative reactor concepts move toward demonstration and deployment. Following the meeting, the delegation visited STELLA-2, KAERI’s experimental facility for validating the safety performance of sodium-cooled fast reactors, where KAERI experts introduced ongoing research and safety verification activities. KAERI and its Swedish counterparts also discussed opportunities for continued technical exchange and cooperation, particularly in advanced reactor technologies and radioactive waste management and disposal. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11778&fileId=1 2026-08-03 16:52:54.0 13067 11774 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13067&menuId=MENU00718 H.E. Gourangalal Das, Ambassador of India to the Republic of Korea, visited Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) on August 3, 2026, for a courtesy meeting with Acting President Dr. In-Cheol Lim. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in nuclear energy and exploring opportunities for future collaboration. During the meeting, Ambassador Das outlined India’s energy policy, the current status of its nuclear power program including country’s long-term nuclear development plans through 2047. He noted that the Indian government has recently introduced policy reforms and various support measures aimed at expanding commercial uses of nuclear energy. He also underscored the need for closer energy cooperation to address climate change and advance carbon neutrality goals. He expressed India’s interest in expanding technological exchanges and practical cooperation with Korea across a broad range of nuclear fields. Dr. Lim introduced KAERI’s major research achievements and ongoing R&D activities, including the development of small modular reactors (SMRs). He highlighted the important role of nuclear energy in ensuring a stable and efficient electricity supply, particularly amid rising energy demand and growing concerns over energy security.  The KAERI President further noted that nuclear power would play an increasingly significant role in meeting India’s future energy needs and welcomed the prospect of closer bilateral cooperation in nuclear R&D, including SMR technologies. He emphasized that Korea has developed extensive expertise across nuclear R&D, industry, infrastructure, and regulation, providing a strong foundation for mutually beneficial cooperation with India. Following the meeting, Ambassador Das toured HANARO, High-flux Advanced Neutron Application Reactor, where he received a firsthand look at the institute’s research facilities, technological capabilities, and major achievements. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11774&fileId=1 2026-07-29 15:44:24.0 13063 11770 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=13063&menuId=MENU00718 On July 29, 2026, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) welcomed a delegation from OQ, Oman's state-owned integrated energy company, led by Dr. Said Al-Hamimi, Head of Research & Development. During the meeting, KAERI Acting President Dr. Lim In-cheol and Dr. Al-Hamimi exchanged views on the role of nuclear energy in supporting Oman’s long-term energy diversification strategy and discussed opportunities for expanding cooperation in nuclear research and development. The two sides identified several promising areas for future collaboration, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), green hydrogen, and nuclear R&D infrastructure development. As OQ moves forward with plans to establish its own R&D center, the delegation also showed strong interest in KAERI’s experience in developing and operating a national nuclear research institute. Following the meeting, the delegation toured KAERI’s major research facilities, including the HANARO Research Reactor and the ATLAS thermal-hydraulic test facility, where they gained first-hand insight into Korea’s nuclear research capabilities. Acting President Lim stated, “We hope this visit will serve as a meaningful first step toward building a long-term partnership between KAERI and OQ. By combining our expertise and experience, we look forward to advancing cooperation in innovative nuclear technologies for a sustainable energy future.” https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11770&fileId=1 2026-03-11 17:53:35.0 12862 11557 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=12862&menuId=MENU00718 On March 11, 2026, a delegation from the Finance Committee of the Parliament of Finland visited KAERI.  The visit was arranged for Finland to learn about the current status of Korea’s nuclear R&D and to explore possible areas for future cooperation. The Finance Committee plays a key role in the Finnish Parliament, overseeing national budget planning and allocation, and discussing issues such as investments in Finland’s energy system and related tax policies. During the meeting, the two sides discussed potential cooperation in various areas, including advanced reactors, nuclear energy policies, and spent nuclear fuel management. The Finnish delegation introduced the current status of nuclear power in Finland and the progress of the Onkalo repository for spent nuclear fuel, as well as government policies for carbon neutrality and plans to introduce SMRs for district heating. KAERI also presented the current status and future plans of Korea’s nuclear R&D, including reactor types under development such as SMART100, SFR (Sodium-cooled Fast Reactor), MSR (Molten Salt Reactor), and HTGR (High-Temperature Gas-cooled Reactor). President Han Gyu Joo welcomed Finland’s active use of large-scale nuclear power and spent nuclear fuel management. He emphasized that nuclear energy will be an essential energy source in the future, not only for electricity generation but also for heat production and other applications. He also expressed hope that nuclear power will continue to develop in Finland to support carbon neutrality and that cooperation in nuclear R&D between the two countries will expand in the future. The Head of the Delegation Saara Hyrkkö thanked KAERI for the detailed introduction to Korea’s nuclear sector. The delegation noted that nuclear energy is becoming increasingly important and expressed expectations that bilateral cooperation between Finland and Korea in the nuclear field, including SMR development, will continue to expand. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/eng/fileDownload?titleId=11557&fileId=1