https://www.kaeri.re.kr/menu?menuId=MENU00718 KAERI News 게시판 rss 정보 2026-09-04 15:55:39.0 13102 11809 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11809&fileId=1 2026-09-01 15:32:09.0 13096 11803 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11803&fileId=1 2026-08-12 14:40:20.0 13071 11778 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11778&fileId=1 2026-08-03 16:52:54.0 13067 11774 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11774&fileId=1 2026-07-29 15:44:24.0 13063 11770 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11770&fileId=1 2026-03-11 17:53:35.0 12862 11557 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/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/fileDownload?titleId=11557&fileId=1 2026-01-20 15:21:58.0 12809 11502 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=12809&menuId=MENU00718 The Swedish delegation led by Ms. Anna Maja Lundbäck, State Secretary for the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise, visited KAERI on January 20, 2026 to explore opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation in the field of nuclear technology.  During the visit, KAERI presented its on-going R&D activities, with a special focus on various advanced reactor technologies such as SMART-100, i-SMR, HECTAR, SALUS and MARINA which drew strong interest from the Swedish delegation. Following the meeting, the Swedish delegation conducted a technical tour of HANARO research reactor and the STELLA-2 facility.  The two sides exchanged views on current status of nuclear technological developments. The discussion highlighted shared interest in advanced reactor technologies, including Gen-IV reactors and small modular reactor(SMR) as well as high-level radioactive waste disposal.  In introducing the on-going cooperation between KAERI and Sweden’s SKB(Swedish Nuclear Fuel and Waste Management Co.) in the area of spent fuel disposal, the KAERI President, Dr. Han Gyu Joo, highly commended Sweden’s exemplary management of radioactive waste and spent fuel. The Swedish delegation noted that Sweden has a very long history of nuclear energy utilization, including the world’s first reactor designed for both electricity and district heating, and emphasized that nuclear energy remains key option for baseload power in Sweden. The Swedish State Secretary also underscored that deep geological disposal of spent fuel is a globally recognized standard.  Both sides expressed their strong commitment to continuing close cooperation to advance nuclear technology in support of carbon neutrality. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to explore complementary cooperation in the nuclear field based on their respective strengths.  https://www.kaeri.re.kr/fileDownload?titleId=11502&fileId=1 2026-01-12 18:03:15.0 12806 11499 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=12806&menuId=MENU00718 Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) welcomed a high-level delegation from Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) on January 12, marking an important step toward strengthening bilateral cooperation in advanced nuclear science and technology between the Republic of Korea and the United States. The ANL delegation was led by Dr. Kirsten Laurin-Kovitz, Associate Laboratory Director, and Dr. Temitope Taiwo, Director of the Nuclear Science and Engineering Division, and was accompanied by Ms. Jenifer Wolin, Energy Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Korea. The visit commenced with a courtesy meeting with KAERI President Dr. Han Gyu Joo, attended by Executive Vice President Dr. Incheol Lim and Senior Vice President Dr. Chae Young Lim. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on strategic priorities in nuclear research and discussed pathways for expanding institutional collaboration across advanced reactor technologies, fuel cycle research, and nuclear infrastructure. The program continued with an overview session on KAERI’s major research activities, followed by discussions to explore potential areas for collaboration between the two institutions. Senior management presented KAERI’s flagship R&D programs, including developing advanced reactor systems, as well as research on back-end fuel cycle technologies, nuclear safety, and the utilization of large-scale research infrastructures such as the HANARO research reactor, accelerator facilities, and quantum science platforms. In the afternoon, the delegation toured key KAERI research facilities, including the HANARO research reactor, fuel fabrication facilities, ATLAS, PRIDE pyroprocessing facilities, and STELLA-2. These site visits enabled detailed exchanges on ongoing research progress and identified potential areas for future joint research and technical collaboration. Through this visit, KAERI and Argonne National Laboratory reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepening cooperation in advanced nuclear technologies and strengthening long-term partnerships between leading research institutions in Korea and the United States. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/fileDownload?titleId=11499&fileId=1 2025-11-11 17:12:53.0 12736 11429 BOARD00315 MENU00718 관리자 https://www.kaeri.re.kr/onpenRequestBorad?appId=1&linkId=12736&menuId=MENU00718 On November 11, 2025, a delegation from the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), Singapore, led by Permanent Secretary Augustin Lee, visited Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI). The visit was organized as part of Singapore’s ongoing consideration of introducing nuclear energy. The delegation sought to learn about Korea’s current nuclear R&D activities and to explore potential areas for future cooperation. During the meeting, both sides discussed possibilities for collaboration in various fields, including nuclear safety, advanced reactors, and human resource development. The Singaporean delegation shared the country’s current stance on nuclear energy introduction, as well as its government policy direction and plans for SMR (Small Modular Reactor) adoption. KAERI introduced Korea’s ongoing nuclear R&D programs, including development of SMART100, SFR (Sodium-cooled Fast Reactor), MSR (Molten Salt Reactor), and HTGR (High-Temperature Gas-cooled Reactor), along with an overview of Korea’s nuclear technology progress. KAERI President Dr. Han Gyu Joo welcomed Singapore’s interest in nuclear energy, emphasizing that nuclear power is not only essential for electricity generation but also a key energy source for various future industries. He expressed his hope that nuclear power will be included in Singapore’s energy mix and reaffirmed KAERI’s willingness to pursue cooperation in R&D and related areas. Permanent Secretary Mr. Augustin Lee expressed his gratitude for KAERI’s detailed introduction to Korea’s nuclear programs. He noted that Singapore fully recognizes the importance of nuclear energy and stated that if Singapore proceeds with the introduction of nuclear power, collaboration with Korea would be indispensable. He also expressed his hope to expand bilateral cooperation with Korea in the nuclear sector in the future. https://www.kaeri.re.kr/fileDownload?titleId=11429&fileId=1