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NPX and Nuclearn announce strategic collaboration to accelerate AI in the nuclear sector. NPX and Nuclearn partner to accelerate safe, practical AI adoption in nuclear operations and new builds through shared expertise and best practices. PORT ELGIN, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 9, 2026 Following the success of the recent Nuclear Business Innovation Conference (NBIC), Nuclear Promise X (NPX) and Nuclearn announced a strategic collaboration to explore opportunities for accelerating the safe, practical, and value-adding adoption of Artificial Intelligence across nuclear operations and New Nuclear projects. The collaboration brings together NPX's deep experience in nuclear operations, project delivery, digital transformation, and change management with Nuclearn's proven AI capabilities and technical expertise. The two organizations will focus on sharing insights, best practices, lessons learned, and perspectives on how AI can be responsibly deployed in highly regulated nuclear environments. As nuclear operators modernize existing fleets and advance new nuclear programs, interest in AI-enabled solutions continues to grow. At the same time, utilities face real challenges related to accuracy, cybersecurity, regulatory confidence, and organizational adoption. This collaboration is intended to explore those challenges through a practical, experience-driven lens, and will benefit customers of both companies. "It's no longer hypothetical - AI has enormous potential in nuclear, and the time to leverage it is now", said Bharath Nangia, President & CEO of NPX. "This collaboration with Nuclearn brings very complementary strengths together, and will benefit both our customers tremendously." Through this collaboration, NPX and Nuclearn will engage in structured discussions and experience sharing related to: * Practical AI use cases in nuclear operations and projects * Ensuring accuracy, transparency, and trust in AI-enabled tools * Cybersecurity and data governance considerations * Organizational change management and user adoption "Nuclear presents a unique opportunity for AI, but it also demands a higher bar for rigor, validation, and trust," said Bradley Fox, CEO of Nuclearn. "We built Nuclearn inside nuclear plants - that domain knowledge is in our DNA. Working alongside NPX, we're exploring new ideas and uncovering opportunities together, while making sure AI adoption is done right." Both organizations emphasized that successful AI adoption in nuclear must be people-first, grounded in domain expertise, and aligned with regulatory and operational realities. About Nuclear Promise X (NPX) Nuclear Promise X (NPX) is a consulting company dedicated to modernizing the nuclear industry. With deep expertise in strategy consulting, project delivery, engineering, digital transformation, and AI adoption, NPX partners with utilities and energy organizations to deliver practical, people-first solutions that support safe, reliable operations and the advancement of new nuclear generation. About Nuclearn Nuclearn is the leading AI platform designed specifically for nuclear professionals and critical infrastructure operators. Founded by industry veterans, the company provides secure, on-premise-ready AI solutions that modernize workflows while maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

NPX launches U.S. Operations to support digital strategy, AI readiness, and new nuclear deployment across the USA. NPX today announced the establishment of NPX US, a dedicated U.S.-based operation supporting utilities, advanced reactor developers, and energy organizations as they modernize existing fleets, prepare for reactor restarts, and advance new nuclear deployment. NPX brings a strong North American track record in digital transformation, new nuclear strategy, and digital engineering. The company has delivered major modernization and innovation programs for organizations such as Bruce Power and contributed to industry-wide initiatives through collaborations with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). NPX has also supported U.S. nuclear organizations with digital strategy and technology readiness aligned with early-phase NRC expectations and regulated utility requirements. To lead the growth of NPX US, the company announced that Josh Bell has joined as Director, NPX US. Bell previously served as an innovation and modernization leader at Dominion Energy, where he led initiatives in emerging technologies, AI, operational innovation, and enterprise transformation in support of grid reliability, safety, and long-term nuclear planning. Throughout his career, Bell has been recognized as a driver of industry change - helping utilities adopt next-generation tools, elevate digital maturity, and push the nuclear sector toward more agile, data-driven ways of working. "Utilities across the U.S. are planning for new nuclear, exploring restarts, and investing heavily in digital modernization," said Bharath Nangia, CEO of NPX. "Josh brings deep utility insight and understands what it takes to build digital and organizational readiness. NPX US will help American operators apply proven tools, architectures, and AI frameworks to support safe, reliable, and scalable nuclear deployment." * Digital strategy for advanced reactors and new nuclear programs * AI readiness and safe adoption in regulated nuclear environments * Digital engineering, data architecture, and modernization to support operating fleets, restarts, and long-term asset performance "Successful nuclear programs, whether new build or modernization, require strong digital foundations," said Josh Bell, Director, NPX US. "Having worked inside a major U.S. utility, I've seen how critical it is to establish the right data structures, tools, and decision frameworks early. NPX US is focused on helping operators build those capabilities from the start." NPX US plans to expand across key U.S. nuclear regions over the next year and is doubling down on its commitment to accelerating America's clean energy future. NPX is consulting company dedicated to modernizing the nuclear industry. With deep expertise in nuclear engineering, project delivery, digital transformation, and innovation, NPX partners with utilities and organizations to deliver practical, people-first solutions that advance nuclear as a safe, sustainable, and vital part of the global energy mix. Learn more at www.npxinnovation.com