Now in its 2nd year, Türkiye Nuclear Business Platform (TNBP) provides a world-class platform to access and gain first-hand insights on the Turkish nuclear market. Turkiye is one of the fastest growing market globally. The country is hungry for energy and presents massive opportunities. Via our regional office in Turkiye, we are deeply engaged with nuclear energy developments in the country. At the heart of what we do, we firmly believe that nuclear energy is pivotal in the fight against climate change and countries must include nuclear energy in discussions to achieve decarbonisation and net zero.

TNBP 2024 is hosted by Türkiye Nükleer Enerji A.Ş. (TÜNAŞ). TÜNAŞ was established in 2015 by the Council of Ministers resolution with the vision of transferring new technologies in the nuclear field to Türkiye. The main target of TÜNAŞ is to realize nuclear power plant new build projects in international partnerships. Developing a domestic nuclear supply chain and a local human capital in the quality and quantity capable of meeting the needs of the projects are also among the targets of TÜNAŞ. While TÜNAŞ is solely responsible for the planning phase of new nuclear power plants, it will share the responsibility during the development, construction and operation phases with its international partners.

TNBP 2024 strives to fulfil two main objectives:

  1. The first objective is obtaining insights on Türkiye’s current & future nuclear power programs. Apart from the Akkuyu NPP which is set to become operational next year, Türkiye is planning to build a nuclear power plant in the Black Sea province of Sinop, a third one in the Thrace region and adopting small modular reactors (SMRs).  By the 2050s, Türkiye will have over 20 GW of installed nuclear power capacity

  2. The second objective is to showcase the Turkish nuclear journey as a role model for emerging nuclear countries to emulate. With its strategic vision, prudent policies, and commitment to safety, Türkiye has demonstrated its potential to serve as an example for other nations seeking to harness the benefits of nuclear energy.

TNBP 2024 Host

2024 SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS

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TNBP24 SPEAKERS

Türkiye NBP 2024 featured over 30 senior officials from both the Turkish and international nuclear establishments

  • Yusuf Ceylan

    Director General, Nuclear Energy & International Projects, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources

  • Necati Yamac

    Chief Executive Officer, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ)

  • Ibrahim Halil Dere

    Vice President, Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NDK)

  • Osman Altunkal

    Ag. Director General, Nükleer Teknik Destek Anonim Şirketi (NÜTED A.Ş.)

  • Aykut Kirbas

    General Secretary, Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)

  • Dr. Bahadir Saygi

    Head, Nuclear Energy Research Institute, Turkish Energy, Nuclear, and Mineral Research Agency (TENMAK)

  • Hakan Hatipoğlu

    Nuclear Energy Project Implementation, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources

  • Necati Kaya

    Engineering Director, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ)

  • Taner Derelioğlu

    Nuclear Material Approval Manager, Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)

  • Cihangir Durmus

    Technical Assistant to CEO, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ)

  • Mehmet Ali Kızılkaya

    Licensing and Safety Analyses Manager, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ) 

  • Prof. Dr. Uğur Cevik

    former Vice President, Turkish Energy, Nuclear and Mining Research Institute (TENMAK)

  • Etienne LeBailly

    Economic Minister Counselor, U.S. Embassy Ankara

  • Iva Petříčková

    Policy Advisor, Strategic Initiatives, International Energy Agency

  • Donald Hoffman

    President & CEO, EXCEL Services Corporation

  • Patrick Murray

    Senior Manager, Conformity Assessment, IEEE SA

  • Karolina Pijewska

    Expert, Environmental Assessment, PGE PAK Energia Jądrowa

  • Hu Guofeng

    Vice President, SNERDI, State Power Investment Corporation

  • Dr. Cemil Kocar

    Chairperson of Nuclear Engineering, Hacettepe University

  • Bahire Gül Göktepe

    President, Women in Nuclear, Türkiye

  • Dr. Hüseyin Ayhan

    Deputy General Manager, Technical, ThorAtom Inc.

  • Mustafa Umut Özbek

    Deputy General Manager, R&D Processes, IC İÇTAŞ Industrial 

  • Dirk Becher

    Senior Sales Manager, GNS

  • Yunus Emre Demirel

    Prospect Projects Manager / Special Segment, VASTAS Valves & Actuators

  • Jeff Bone

    Director | Technical Support, World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO)

  • Ismaël Yabda

    Nuclear Project Development, Belgium

  • Dr. Olamide Samuel

    Special Envoy, African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE)

TNBP24 ADVISORY BOARD

The 2024 Advisory Board consists of key nuclear stakeholders from across the value chain. The esteemed Advisory Board lends credibility and ensures top-level backing from the industry. The Board is responsible for advising on the content, themes, objectives and speakers for the conference to ensure what is presented is highly relevant and cutting-edge.

  • Yusuf Ceylan

    Director General, Nuclear Energy & International Projects, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources

  • Necati Yamaç

    Chief Executive Officer, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ)

  • Ibrahim Halil Dere

    Vice President, Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NDK)

  • Prof. Dr. Uğur Cevik

    Vice President, Turkish Energy, Nuclear and Mining Research Institute (TENMAK)

  • Osman Altunkal

    Ag. Director General, Nükleer Teknik Destek Anonim Şirketi (NÜTED A.Ş.)

  • Aykut Kirbas

    General Secretary, Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)

  • Salih Sarı

    Head of Department for Nuclear Infrastructure Development, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources

  • Anıl Bölme

    Licensing Group Leader (Sinop NPP), Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NDK)

  • Necati Kaya

    Engineering Director, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TÜNAŞ)

  • Cihangir Durmus

    Technical Assistant to CEO, Türkiye Nuclear Energy Company (TUNAS)

  • Prof. Dr. Abdulkadir Balikçi

    President (former), Turkish Energy, Nuclear and Mining Research Institute (TENMAK)

Exclusive Akkuyu NPP Site Visit

As part of TNBP 2024, there will be an exclusive technical visit to Akkuyu NPP site for 30 participants.

Akkuyu NPP is the first nuclear power plant in Turkey. It will consist of four Power Units with VVER-1200 generation III+ reactors equipped with advanced safety systems. The total installed capacity of the NPP is 4,800 MW. The estimated life of each unit is 60 years, with the 20-year extension based on the results of the project safety assessment and approvals by the Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NDK) of Turkey. After the commissioning of all four Power Units, Akkuyu NPP will generate about 35 billion kWh per year.

HiltonSA Adana

TNBP 2024 will take place in the Turkish city of Adana.

HiltonSA Adana

Founded in the south of Türkiye at the foot of Taurus Mountains, between Seyhan and Ceyhan Rivers, on Çukurova Plain, dating back to BCE 6000s with historical cities, colorful nature, clear beaches and offering a unique experience with the clean air of Taurus Mountains, Adana is the sixth largest city of Türkiye.

The oldest city name still used without being changed is Adana. Adana, in the form of Adaniia or Ataniia on the Hittite cuneiform tablets, was first mentioned in the letter of the Hittite King Telipu in 1150 BCE.

Being an important city of Ancient Cilicia Adana, its fertile lands and its strategic location on commercial and military routes, caused it to change hands between different civilizations. Home to 18 civilizations, you can visit more than 10 ancient cities all over the city, breathe the unique nature and fresh air of the plateaus, and taste their delicious food.

What Participant Are Saying About TNBP

“TNBP 2023 presented us general energy and nuclear policy overview of the Türkiye including regulatory framework. Almost all the speakers are high-level persons in their organizations.”

— Hakan Hatipoğlu, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources

“Speakers were very good with the deep knowledge and contents, content of the presented materials are rich and extensive, networking opportunities are broad due to the international delegates.”

— Qahar Abdullah, Malaysian Industry Government Group for High Technology

“My assessment of TNBP 2023 is fully positive. The preparation and communication before the conference was fast, understandable and credible. The goals of the conference were well chosen and completely fulfilled. The site-visit was well organized. Its course exceeded my expectations.”

— Dalibor Mateju, CZECHATOM JSC

Snapshots from TNBP 2023

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

  • Thought Leadership

    Speak and demonstrate your though-ledership on the main stage. Moderate panel discussions with key industry leaders

  • Private Meetings

    Conduct one-on-one meetings with selected attendees to explore partnerships and create strategic business opportunities.

  • Branding

    Increase your brand awareness among key senior stakeholders from your target markets

Delegate Registration

This Delegate Pass gives you entry to ALL conference sessions, exhibition floor and is inclusive of all F&B. Valid for both days. The site-visit pass cannot be purchased on its own.

Regular Price: USD $2000

Akkuyu NPP Site-visit: USD $700

Turkish Nuclear Market Report

The 2024 edition of this 90-page report is extremely pertinent for all those currently involved in or planning to pursue the Turkish nuclear market. Key topics covered in this report include:

  • Construction & Project Management of Akkuyu NPP

  • Türkiye’s nuclear power plan and capacity development

  • Importance of standardization for future NPPs

  • Challenges in project localisation & mitigation strategies

  • Preparations for the 2nd and 3rd NPP in Türkiye

  • Türkiye reactor technology assessment methodology

  • Türkiye hydrogen technology roadmap

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