SNETP is delighted to announce the next edition of the SNETP Webinar Series, on 26 September 2025, 13:00 CEST, which will showcase HEXANA, a dynamic CEA spin-off and proud France 2030 laureate.
Founded in 2023, HEXANA is developing an ambitious Generation IV energy platform that combines sodium-cooled fast modular reactors with thermal storage solutions. This innovative approach aims to deliver flexible, reliable, and low-carbon power, making it a key enabler for the decarbonisation of CO₂-intensive industries.
What to expect from the webinar
The session will provide a closer look at HEXANA’s mission and technological vision, as well as its most recent achievements and partnerships. Attendees will also gain insights into the company’s current R&D priorities and the areas where collaboration is both possible and encouraged.
Meet the speakers
The webinar will feature two leading voices from HEXANA:
- Paul Gauthé, Chief Technical Officer and co-founder of HEXANA. With over 15 years of experience at CEA working on sodium-cooled fast reactors such as Phénix and ASTRID, Paul brings extensive expertise in both technical innovation and policy perspectives.
- Nicolas Zweibaum, Deputy CTO. A graduate of École Polytechnique and UC Berkeley, Nicolas has worked internationally on advanced nuclear technologies and previously played a pioneering role at the U.S. start-up Kairos Power. His experience spans nuclear system design, regulatory processes, and large-scale test campaigns.
Together, they will share how HEXANA is shaping the future of safe, sustainable, and innovative nuclear solutions in support of Europe’s energy transition.
Join the conversation
Don’t miss the opportunity to discover how HEXANA’s work contributes to advancing Generation IV nuclear systems and accelerating the energy transition.
Register here and secure your place: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/52e0ccd0-0019-4ed7-901e-008a65ecc936@61e510dc-2f7a-4130-be31-6aaf9bc0fbda
