Belgium’s nuclear sector is currently entering a new phase of strategic momentum. New political signals at both federal and regional level, increasing international cooperation and ongoing discussions around Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) clearly show that nuclear energy is once again gaining importance in Belgium and neighbouring countries.
KARL HUGO is actively following these developments and strategically positioning itself within this growing environment. With this in mind, our company attended two major industry events in Brussels on May 11 and 12, 2026.
On May 11, CEO Bernd Hugo and Technical Director David Scholzen attended the information and networking event organised by the Belgian Nuclear Forum. Discussions focused on the future direction of Belgium’s nuclear sector, the development of a strong European supply chain and closer cooperation between industry and policymakers. During the event, the Forum presented its new structure and highlighted the central role of industry in future nuclear projects in Belgium and across Europe.
The following day, David Scholzen represented KARL HUGO at the Belgium-Netherlands Nuclear Conference 2026 (BeNeNuc26), hosted at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Brussels. The conference brought together representatives from politics, industry and research from Belgium and the Netherlands. Key topics included the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), regulatory challenges and strengthening a cross-border nuclear ecosystem.
For KARL HUGO, these developments are strategically important. Our expertise in mechanical engineering, steel construction, industrial machinery and specialised technical solutions creates strong opportunities for current and future projects within the nuclear sector.
“We deliberately see our role in the nuclear sector as broad and versatile,” explains Bernd Hugo. “Whether it concerns maintenance of existing facilities, decommissioning and modernisation projects, or the reconstruction and development of future nuclear infrastructure, we want to actively contribute our industrial expertise to upcoming developments in Belgium and across Europe.”
By participating in both events, KARL HUGO is sending a clear message: we want to actively help shape the future of Belgium’s nuclear sector.
