KNVTS lecture: Allseas – Pioneering the next generation of clean energy

The maritime sector accounts for 3% of global CO2 emissions and must address climate targets. Allseas has chosen a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) for sustainable ship power, selecting a High-Temperature Gas-cooled Reactor (HTGR) for its safety, reliability, and zero emissions, even in challenging conditions.

As nuclear regulations for marine environments continue to develop, Allseas decided to construct the first HTGR on land. Onshore, industrial clusters often deal with high energy expenses, grid congestion, and unreliable renewable energy sources. The Allseas HTGR helps relieve pressure on the grid while delivering reliable, carbon-free power and heat—supporting faster decarbonisation and strengthening the resilience and long-term competitiveness of industry.

Erik Schreurs will outline the steps that Allseas is taking toward the goal of nuclear-powered civil shipping. Drawing on his experience with the Dutch Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection, he will discuss the reactor technology in more detail, the challenges that the marine environment brings, and the approaches that are taken on the regulatory side.