Advanced Modular Reactors
Small-scale deployed nuclear power
About
This lecture will explore how advancements in Nuclear technology are unlocking the potential in this concept for a small, resilient fission power source. We will discuss potential applications (including terrestrial power generation and industrial heat supply, maritime, and space power and propulsion) and consider strategies to overcome challenges in bringing the product to market, concluding with an overview of the opportunity for UK academia and industry.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
26 Sep 2025
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Organiser
- London Local Network
Registration information
Booking lunch
During the registration process for the lecture you will have the opportunity to book the networking lunch. Lunch starts promptly at 12.00 and costs £25 (incl VAT) for a two-course meal with wine.
Reservations for lunch must be pre-booked. They can be made up to 11pm on the Monday prior to the event (subject to availability).
Speakers
James Montgomery
Chief Design Engineer - Novel Nuclear & Special Projects - Rolls Royce
James Montgomery is Chief Design Engineer for Rolls-Royce’s ‘Advanced Modular Reactor’, a new product line under development to provide resilient power for both Terrestrial and Extra-terrestrial users. James’ 19-year career at Rolls-Royce has included design roles on the Marine Trent engine (powering the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers), on the Trent 900 (powering the Airbus A380) and in the team tasked with developing Additive Layer Manufacturing for the Company. James progressed to Assistant Chief Design Engineer for the Trent XWB (powering the Airbus A350), before joining the Advanced Modular Reactor project in 2022.
Reasons to attend
To learn more about the potential of small modular nuclear reactors.
Programme
This lecture is preceded by an optional lunch, which is served at 12.00, providing an opportunity to network with colleagues prior to the lecture.
14:00 – the lecture starts promptly at 14:00
14:45 approximately – Questions and discussion
15:30 - Networking time in the Faraday Centre.
On arrival, please sign in at the Faraday Reception desk, on the second floor of the IET in Savoy Place.