When people think about nuclear power projects, they often focus on reactors, technology, and construction. Yet successful nuclear deployment depends on much more than steel and concrete. Behind every project lies a network of utilities, designers, manufacturers, constructors, operators, regulators, and suppliers working together toward a common goal.

As countries around the world pursue ambitious nuclear expansion plans, supply chain readiness has emerged as one of the industry's most pressing challenges. Manufacturing capacity, skilled workforce availability, project coordination, and long-term industrial capability all play critical roles in determining whether projects can be delivered successfully. Addressing these challenges requires not only technical excellence, but also strong partnerships across the nuclear ecosystem.

Drawing on Korea's experience in developing a full-cycle nuclear industry, this presentation examines how utilities, engineering companies, manufacturers, constructors, and service providers worked together to build an integrated nuclear ecosystem. Through examples from domestic fleet expansion and international projects, the presentation will explore how supplier development, stakeholder coordination, and industry collaboration supported successful project delivery and contributed to schedule and cost performance.

The presentation will also discuss the role of industry networks and collaborative platforms in facilitating connections between stakeholders, supporting knowledge sharing, and fostering partnerships across the nuclear value chain.

Attendees will gain insights into the role of partnership in strengthening supply chain resilience, developing industrial capability, and supporting future nuclear deployment. As the global nuclear industry enters a new era of growth, the ability to develop trusted partnerships may prove to be as important as the technologies themselves.