International Partnerships

The Nuclear Institute and the American Nuclear Society (ANS) have joined forces to offer members of both organisations exclusive shared professional benefits. This agreement opens doors to shared resources, discounted events, and global networking - all designed to strengthen UK–US ties in the global nuclear sector.

Whether you're attending conferences and events, accessing technical publications, or seeking international collaboration, this partnership brings the best of both worlds to your professional journey.

Key benefits

• Member-rate access to conferences, workshops, and webinars organised by both organisations
• Access to each organisation’s technical publications, newsletters, selected digital resources and other membership benefits
• Expanded networking and professional development opportunities across the UK–US nuclear communities
• Enhanced prospects for joint activities, working groups, and cross-border research collaborations

ANS members applying to NI

To apply to the NI if you are a member of the ANS you will need to contact the ANS membership team to obtain an organisation code and further information on how to sign up.

The UK and Australia nuclear communities are connected by the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines programme, a long-term endeavour that will require not only industrial capability but also strong professional communities, trusted standards and shared learning across the UK, Australia and the USA. 

Whether you're attending conferences and events, accessing technical publications, or seeking international collaboration, the Nuclear Institute partnership with the Australian Nuclear Association brings the best of both worlds to your professional journey.

Key benefits

• Member-rate access to conferences, workshops, and webinars organised by both organisations
• Access to each organisation’s technical publications, newsletters, selected digital resources and other membership benefits
• Expanded networking and professional development opportunities across the UK–Australia nuclear communities
• Enhanced prospects for joint activities, working groups, and cross-border research collaborations

NI members applying to ANA

To apply to ANA if you are a member of the NI, please complete and submit the application form.

You will need to have your NI membership number and grade to complete the form. Once your application is received, you will be added to the ANA Membership Register as a Pending Member. All membership applications are subject to approval by the ANA Committee and are formally considered at the next ANA Committee meeting, which is held approximately every six weeks.

While your application is being reviewed, you will receive the same emails, updates, and information distributed to ANA members.

Eligibility

All current members in good standing of the Nuclear Institute and the Australian Nuclear Association including students, early-career professionals, and senior practitioners are eligible for the reciprocal benefits outlined by the agreement.

The Nuclear Institute is the UK representative body for the European Nuclear Society. We contribute a member to the ENS Board and to the High Scientific Council. 

All Nuclear Institute members are automatically members of the European Nuclear Society.

ENS acts as an umbrella association for 22 national networks of nuclear professionals, comprising more than 13,000 nuclear professionals from the academic world, research centres, industry and authorities. The Society encourages the networking of scientists and engineers between different countries and organises meetings devoted to scientific and technical matters and communication on nuclear applications.

Key benefits

• Member-rate access to conferences, workshops, and webinars organised by both organisations
• Opportunity to enter to the annual ENS PhD Award 
• Expanded networking and professional development opportunities across the European nuclear community 
• Enhanced prospects for joint activities, working groups, and cross-border research collaborations

Signed as a five-year co-operation agreement, the Nuclear Institute and Indian Nuclear Society partnership is centred on nuclear skills, professional standards, training and knowledge exchange. 

Key benefits

• Expanded networking and professional development opportunities across the UK–India nuclear communities
• Enhanced prospects for joint activities, working groups, and cross-border research collaboration
• Support for wider adoption of the Nuclear Professionalism Standard®.

INS members applying to NI

Members of the Indian Nuclear Society will receive discounted access to joint webinars, meetings and workshops, and to the Nuclear Institute’s online eLearning platform, with selected courses offered free. The training covers regulatory practice, safety culture, innovation and ongoing nuclear-specific modules. Rooted in UK practice, the programmes are relevant internationally.