Interview with Natalia Amosova
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“One of the main challenges is the supply chain readiness and availability. Already today there is a known shortage of nuclear suppliers in the market for various products and services.”
Natalia Amosova – Principal Consultant at Apollo+ Nuclear
1. Could you briefly explain what Apollo+ does and what role you play in the energy transition?
As an expert consultancy in the area of civil nuclear we are supporting our clients to enable a safe, sustainable and economically beneficial deployment of nuclear energy. As we work with all the participants of the nuclear supply chain, from power plant vendors, to system and component suppliers we often work on the integration of nuclear to other parts of existing business which then complement their energy transition portfolio. Finally, in our team we are all strong believers in nuclear being a vital and crucial part of a sustainable energy mix.
2. As a partner of the NExSMR 2026 Conference, what key insights or developments do you hope to share with the audience about the future of SMR technology and its potential to address the global energy transition?
We are looking forward to showing the participants of the NExSMR 2026 Conference possible pathways and perspectives when it comes to entering and growing within the rapidly rising SMR market. The nuclear market has it s own chances and challenges, like every other business segment and it is important to understand those to make an informed and successful business decision.
3. What are the main challenges currently facing the widespread adoption of SMRs, and how do you envision overcoming them in the coming years?
One of the main challenges is the supply chain readiness and availability. Already today there is a known shortage of nuclear suppliers in the market for various products and services. This is due to the fact that nuclear business lost it’s perspective in the past decades due to the lack of new-build projects in the global west. These days dozens of projects are ongoing and even more to come, which creates an attractive perspective to the supply chain participants.
4. How do you see the role of SMRs in enhancing energy security and supporting sustainable, low-carbon energy sources, particularly in regions with growing energy demands?
One of the advantages of the SMR’s is that they can be tailored to the needs of the end-users. While delivering low carbon electricity with very high availability factors, they can also produce process heat which makes it attractive for various industrial applications, or even for urban developments which need heat and/or desalination. Depending on the projected energy consumption a matching number of SMR units can be built, even off grid if necessary.
5. What is your perspective on the collaboration between policymakers, industry, and researchers in driving the development of SMRs? How can these groups work together more effectively to accelerate the adoption of SMRs?
There also already numerous working groups ongoing to foster such collaboration between various national and international organizations. The IAEA, nucleareurope, WNA and many national associations are working on initiatives and collaboration platforms. By having more and also new participants, who bring fresh perspectives, these groups can be even more productive and successful. In the end of the day though, any platform for communication and exchange offered to the industry is always a good way to foster collaboration and so I am already excited to be a part of the NExSMR 2026 Conference.