For decades, Europe has pioneered public fusion R&D, with France hosting the flagship international project ITER and national project WEST led by CEA. Now, however, the global fusion landscape is evolving rapidly, with the US and China pioneering the transition to fusion commercialization– and Europe risks remaining behind. This session examines how Europe can capitalize on the experience in infrastructure, talent, and industrial capability developed through public projects to support the transition toward deployable commercial fusion systems.

• What is Europe’s competitive position in the global race for commercial fusion?
• What industrial capability is already created through the ITER supply chain?
• How can Europe move from science to commercial deployment?
• What gaps still exist between experimental fusion and bankable projects?
• What role can France play in Europe’s fusion industrial base?

Moderated by Stuart Allen, CEO - FusionX