The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) recently launched its new initiative, Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea (ATLAS). The official launch event took place at a reception held in Washington, D.C., as reported by Bunkerspot.
The reception for the ATLAS initiative was supported by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and EXCEL Services Corporation. K&L Gates hosted the event, bringing together key stakeholders from the nuclear and maritime industries.
Virginia Crosbie, who serves as the CEO of the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO), commented on the launch. She described the introduction of ATLAS as a significant moment for both the international nuclear and maritime communities, according to Bunkerspot.
The ATLAS initiative aims to further the application of atomic technologies for use at sea. This development signifies a collaborative effort to explore and implement nuclear power solutions within the shipping industry, as indicated by the source.
