The World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) invites Kobayakawa on to the Stage at the WANO Biennial General Meeting
EMBARGOED NOT FOR PUBLICATION - 5:30pm Japan Standard Time, September 30, 2026
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. (TEPCO HD)
The Biennial General Meeting (BGM) of The World Association of Nuclear Operators*1 (hereinafter referred to as, "WANO") was held in Tokyo from September 28 to September 30.
The conference brought together industry leaders worldwide with a focus on fostering a continuous improvement culture. (see WANO's official BGM press release available (https://www.wano.info/bgm2026) in English and Japanese for more details). Management of the BGM was spearheaded by WANO CEO Naoki Chigusa and WANO Chairman José Gago, and supported in his capacity as conference host by former WANO President and TEPCO HD President, Tomoaki Kobayakawa.
*Refer to the attachment to see a transcript of President Kobayakawa's address
TEPCO HD will continue to strive to improve the safety and reliability of its nuclear power stations in light of the lessons learned from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station Accident.
Attachment: President Kobayakawa's address at the WANO Biennial General Conference
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*1: The World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) is a not-for-profit international organisation that helps its members maximise the safety and reliability of nuclear power plants and facilities worldwide. WANO was established in 1989 by the world's nuclear power operators to exchange safety knowledge and operating experience amongst organisations operating commercial nuclear power reactors. WANO's members operate over 400 nuclear units in over 30 countries and areas worldwide. WANO works with its membership to assess, benchmark and improve performance through mutual support, exchange of information and emulation of best practices.
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