What is TINCE conference?
With the current global focus on climate change and the energy crisis, nuclear energy is playing an increasingly important role in achieving deep decarbonization. This was recognized at COP28 in Dubai (2023), where nuclear energy was identified as a major low-emission technology. As of 2024, there are approximately 60 nuclear reactors under construction worldwide and around 110 additional planned reactors, most of which are based on traditional water-cooled technologies. Furthermore, new reactor types such as Small Modular Reactors (SMR) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMR) are gaining traction, demanding innovations in ground and civil structures.
TINCE Conference Series Overview
The international conference cycle Technological Innovations in Nuclear Civil Engineering (TINCE) was initiated in 2013 and organized by Sfen (the French Nuclear Society). Subsequent editions took place in 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2023. TINCE covers a broad array of topics in nuclear civil engineering, including:
- from fundamental research to the intricacies of nuclear construction,
- from construction codes and standards to construction technologies
- from foundation design to polymer-based products
- from design of new construction to the retrofit of existing facilities, including ground improvement issues and base-isolated structures
- from BIM implementation to long-term monitoring of the structures
Key Topics and Objectives
TINCE’26 will focus on the interplay between design and construction, an evolving area that leverages advances in interoperability between BIM and structural calculations. The development of environmentally friendly materials with lower carbon emissions is a key priority. Additionally, the conference will address long-term operational challenges, like structural health monitoring and the development of tools for managing aging effects in nuclear facilities. These include new sensing techniques, non-destructive testing methods, and digital twins to assess and predict asset conditions.
The goal of TINCE is to foster collaboration among researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to share insights and best practices in nuclear civil engineering. Participants are encouraged to submit scientific and technical papers on various relevant topics or propose special sessions. A special award session will be held for PhD students to recognize exceptional work.
We look forward to meeting you at TINCE’26!
1. Design rules, methods, and criteria for the construction of new nuclear structure or for the justification of existing facilities
2. BIM and digital twins for new and existing nuclear civil structures
3. Innovative construction methods and lessons learned on construction sites
4. New materials for future nuclear projects
5. Innovative monitoring techniques and long-term operation
About Sfen
The French Nuclear Society is the French knowledge hub for nuclear energy. Created in 1973, the Sfen provides a space where all those who are interested in nuclear energy and its applications can obtain and exchange information.
