Representatives of SE “USIE IZOTOP” Explored New Cooperation and Market Expansion Opportunities in Ukraine

In March 2025, a delegation from SE “USIE IZOTOP”, led by Volodymyr Kukharev, Head of the Nuclide Technology Department, and Nataliia Danchuk, Head of the Isotope Product Department, along with Sanna Kozlenko, Lead Engineer of the International Cooperation Department, embarked on a significant business trip to France and Poland.

From March 24 to 26, 2025, the team attended the 15th Annual Healthcare Business International 2025 Conference (HBI 2025) in Paris and Puteaux, France. New opportunities, prospects, and technologies in the healthcare industry were discussed at the Conference and beyond.
In Paris, the team held business meetings to discuss future cooperation on the supply of ionizing radiation sources and the expansion of the radiopharmaceutical market.

On March 28, 2025, a partnership meeting took place in Otwock, Poland, with the National Centre for Nuclear Research Radioisotope Centre “POLATOM”. The discussions focused on supporting the existing cooperation and exploring prospects for further collaboration.

SE “USIE IZOTOP” team showcased unity and efficiency despite the challenges faced. We remain committed to developing our enterprise, expanding and strengthening international cooperation, and prioritizing the nation’s health.

Representatives of the SE “USIE IZOTOP” at the presentation of the book “Voices of Ukraine. Volume Two: Nuclear Security in Times of War”

On March 25, 2025, representatives of the State Enterprise “USIE IZOTOP” took part in a landmark event – the presentation of the book “Voices of Ukraine. Volume Two: Nuclear Security in Times of War” (Ukrainian edition) by the World Institute for Nuclear Security.

This publication plays an important role in the fight against Russian propaganda, revealing the truth about Russian crimes in Ukraine and the threats to Ukrainian nuclear facilities that arose due to a full-scale invasion.

The event brought together 150 participants, including representatives of state bodies, law enforcement agencies, the nuclear industry, educational institutions, civil society, as well as diplomats, international organizations and the media.

The State Enterprise “USIE IZOTOP” will continue to support initiatives aimed at strengthening nuclear safety and developing the industry. We thank the organizers for the invitation and the opportunity to join this important event!

Discussion of radioactive material management issues in Bucharest (Romania)

SE “USIE IZOTOP” representatives led by Director Volodymyr Kalachyk, a part of an official delegation of Ukraine, took part in the Technical Exchange on the Management of Radioactive Sources in High-Risk Areas Near the Frontline that was held in two stages in Bucharest (Romania) from February 25 to March 03, 2025.
This workshop was organized under the support of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration’s (NNSA) Office of Radiological Security (ORS).

The Technical Exchange discussed challenges related to the planning and implementation of work on the removal and transportation of radioactive materials from the crisis regions of Ukraine, as well as interaction between all parties involved to ensure radiological security and control in non-standard (emergency) situations under martial law conditions.

Volodymyr Kalachyk and other representatives of the delegation thanked the involved American experts for their support, professional consultations and organization of the workshop activities, and emphasized the importance of concerted communication, interaction and coordination between civilian organizations and security/military agencies of Ukraine in performing work on safe and secure management of radioactive materials in high-risk regions and ensuring protection of personnel, the public and the environment

State Enterprise “USIE ISOTOP” Continues to Upgrade Its Fleet with Specialized Vehicles.

In order to ensure compliance with the highest standards of nuclear and radiation safety, preserve the quality of pharmaceutical products, and comply with licensing requirements for the transportation and storage of radioactive pharmaceuticals, the enterprise has procurred two specialized vehicles:

ZSO FRA-N2-D70, manufactured on the IVECO Daily 70C18H V platform, is a refrigerated van equipped with a thermal capsule and two biological shielding screens to protect drivers and the environment from ionizing radiation exposure. It also features a modern refrigeration unit. The cooling equipment can operate both from the vehicle’s generator and from a 220V power supply when parked, ensuring the stable temperature conditions even when the vehicle is at a complete stop.

ZSO FRA-N2-RM06, manufactured on the Renault Master L4H1 platform, is a refrigerated van with a cooling unit and an isothermal body. It is equipped with a fixed biological shielding screen, securing straps, and wall-mounted rings for cargo fastening.

This fleet upgrade is an important step toward delivering high-quality specialized services that require a professional approach, skilled personnel, and state-of-the-art technical equipment.

The safe transportation is about caring for people, the environment, and the future!

IAEA Workshop on Project Threats in Pakistan.

The International Workshop on Nuclear Security and Design Basis Threat Assessment was held in Rawalpindi (Islamic Republic of Pakistan) on December 9-13, 2024. It was organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in cooperation with the Pakistan Center of Excellence for Nuclear Security (PCENS).

Andrii Kravets, Head of International Cooperation Department of SE “USIE IZOTOP”, participated in the workshop as part of the delegation from Ukraine.

The theoretical and practical sessions of the Workshop were conducted by international IAEA experts from the United States and the United Kingdom. The participants included representatives of regulatory authorities and operators of nuclear and radioactive material management facilities from Asia, Africa, Europe, South and North America.

The Workshop was devoted to the IAEA methodology for developing a design basis threat assessment, defining the roles and responsibilities of government agencies, regulatory authorities and operators, as well as the design and installation of physical protection systems based on justified design threats.

The acquired knowledge and international best practices will be used in practical activities on radioactive material management at facilities of SE “USIE IZOTOP”.

Training of representatives of SE “USIE IZOTOP” in Bydgoszcz (Republic of Poland)

Representatives of SE “USIE IZOTOP” participated in the regional exercises on interactions in transportation of dangerous goods that were held on December 2-5, 2024, in Bydgoszcz (Republic of Poland).
The training course was co-organized by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs together with the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration’s Office of Radiological Safety (NNSA/ORS) in cooperation with the Polish stakeholders.

The theoretical and practical exercises were attended by radioactive material operators, emergency services, governmental and regulatory authorities from Ukraine, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary.
The issues of licensing transportation activities, strengthening physical protection, preventing and responding to theft during transportation, interaction of civilian and military structures during the cross-border transportation, methods of risk and threat assessment were discussed.

SE “USIE IZOTOP” continues to actively involve its personnel in international events, workshops and trainings that provide an opportunity to study international best practices in radiation protection and security and to implement the knowledge gained in the enterprise’s daily activities.