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The STEP programme will build a prototype fusion energy plant and create a UK-led fusion industry. We'll catalyse new ideas and technologies that will help secure our future on this planet. linktr.ee/steptofusion

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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
We're not just talking about the future. We're building it. 💫 #FusionEnergy #STEPFusion #Nottinghamshire
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Forward to Fusion: We are STEP Fusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
From possibility to delivery as we launch the UK Fusion Energy Strategy. The UK is setting out a clear path for fusion - with UK Fusion Energy as the national integrator bringing together industry, investment and delivery. 🔗 Find out more: stepfusion.com/ukfe-strateg... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
From possibility to delivery: The STEP Fusion journey so far 📸🧵 #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Welcome to UK Fusion Energy Ltd. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd is becoming UK Fusion Energy Ltd as the STEP programme enters its next phase. We’ve also appointed our construction partner ILIOS (led by Kier Group and Nuvia). More: stepfusion.com/ilios-accele... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
What does it take to build a fusion energy campus? 🎬 Inspired by STEP Fusion at West Burton, Fusion Campus Tycoon lets young people explore the decisions behind delivering a major infrastructure programme. Find out more... with a retro twist 👀 #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #STEM
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Behind every major programme is a communications team helping people understand why it matters. 🤝 From industry events and exhibitions to school outreach and public consultation, they help explain not just the science of fusion - but the opportunity it represents. ✨ #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Great to welcome Councillors Jody Stoll and David Clark from Notts County Council to our West Burton site today. Important conversations on local engagement and regional opportunity - and a chance to see the scale of our programme first hand. #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #RegionalGrowth
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
A few weeks ago, we received a handwritten letter from two local pupils, George and William, who wanted to know how fusion could “change everything forever.” Our outreach manager Jordan visited their school recently to meet them! #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #STEM
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Young people across Bassetlaw explored fusion energy last week as part of the Nottinghamshire Festival of Science and Curiosity ⚡🔧 Inspiring the next generation of innovators! #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #STEM
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
We were featured in the Fusion Industry Association's Fusion News last week ⚡ STEP Fusion has tested Remountable Magnet Joint (RMJ) technology - supporting maintainable fusion plant design. ▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/jvt25N-avDQ?... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #Innovation #RMJ #RemountableJoints
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Fusion News, February 18, 2026
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Fusion is firmly on the agenda next week as we join FUTUREPROOF in Nottingham and our Programme Director Dr. James Cowan is a headline speaker. 🎫 Tickets: bit.ly/3KxkB… 📍 Broadway Cinema, Nottingham 🗓️ Wednesday 25 February 2026
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
ICYMI ⚡ “We’ve gone from a concept sketch to delivering and shipping a product for testing in one financial year.” Real momentum. Real progress toward fusion. 🔗 Read more: themanufacturer.com/articles/ste... #FusionEnergy #STEPFusion #Innovation #Engineering #CleanEnergy
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STEP Fusion milestone: remountable magnet technology passes major tests
STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) Fusion is developing a prototype fusion plant at West Burton in Nottinghamshire, with the ambition of generating electricity for the grid in the 2040s.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
West Lindsey District Council visited West Burton to explore the future of Gainsborough just over the River Trent. We're working to help neighbouring communities thrive, creating opportunities to live, work and grow locally. #STEPFusion #LocalInvestment #FusionEnergy #WestBurton #Gainsborough
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Our regional partnership has been shortlisted for The Engineer’s 2025 Collaborate to Innovate Award 🏆 🔗 Read more here: stepfusion.com/shortlisted-... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #Innovation
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STEP Collaboration Group shortlisted for national award recognising powerful regional partnership - STEP Fusion
We’re proud to announce that our regional partnership has been shortlisted in The Engineer’s 2025 Collaborate to Innovate (C2I) Awards, which celebrate
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
You do not need to understand plasma physics to understand STEP Fusion. At its core, it’s about using fusion as the engine to build the industries of the future. 📖 stepfusion.com/fusion-is-an... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #IndustrialStrategy #FusionInnovation #CleanEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
STEP Fusion engineers have successfully tested a new remountable magnet joint - a key step towards making fusion power easier to maintain and more cost-effective. 🔗 Read more: stepfusion.com/step-fusion-... #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #CleanEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
🎥 As we near the end of our third week of public consultation, our Head of Site Establishment at West Burton, Steve Bilson, shares his thoughts 👀 #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #CommunityEngagement
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Another major milestone at our West Burton site today, as the boiler house was successfully demolished 💥 As demolition continues, we’re ready to begin the next chapter - preparing the site for a new generation of clean and abundant energy. #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #WestBurton #Demolition
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
We took part in a fusion focused social value event at the Uni of Nottingham alongside academics, industry and government. There was strong interest in the direction of travel and around collaboration with the East Mids Combined Authority and future supplier engagement. #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
It's been another busy day in Gainsborough with a great deal of interest from local people in fusion energy, particularly in the job opportunities and regional investment our programme will bring. 🎥 Our Deputy Chief Engineer, Jonathan Keep, shares his thoughts. #STEPFusion #CommunityEngagement
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Today we begin our first round of public consultation, starting at Sturton Hall & Conference Centre! Our CEO Paul Methven has more 📹 #STEPFusion #CommunityEngagement #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Read all about it! 📰 In today's Retford Times and Gainsborough Standard, UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. launches the first public consultation for our STEP Fusion prototype power plant at West Burton. 🔗 Find out more here: buff.ly/WrErVOK #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #CommunityEngagement
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Today we launch the first public consultation on early planning for our STEP Fusion prototype power plant at West Burton. From 14 January, UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) will host events across the region to share our vision and to gather feedback. Info: 🔗 buff.ly/QKjXue3 #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
This week we published our first Annual Report. It's a huge milestone for UKIFS and the whole team working on the STEP programme, working to deliver the UK's first prototype fusion power plant in North Nottinghamshire. 📖 You can read the full report here: buff.ly/acSFKxR #STEPFusion #AnnualReport
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
STEP Fusion was the star of the show at the IET Christmas talk at Savoy Place, London. Our Director of Engineering Debbie Kempton gave an energetic fusion round up, covering a range of engineering challenges and wowed the IET auditorium with Tokamak technology. #STEPFusion #STEM #Engineering
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
We’re proud to share that UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd., the organisation leading delivery of the UK Government’s STEP programme, has published its first Annual Report and Accounts. 🔗 Access the report: buff.ly/acSFKxR 📹 Our CEO has more here: buff.ly/BVuFmeV
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
📻 Some weekend listening for you as our Director of Science and Technology, Howard Wilson, recently joined Brian Cox and Robin Ince on The Infinite Monkey Cage to talk all things Fusion. ✨ Listen here: buff.ly/Z1vQDM3 #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #InfiniteMonkeyCage #BrianCox
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The Infinite Monkey Cage - Series 34 - Fusion – Ria Lina, Yasmin Andrew and Howard Wilson - BBC Sounds
Brian Cox and Robin Ince join forces to tackle the hot topic of nuclear fusion.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
After a recent visit by Nottinghamshire County Council, Cllr. James Walker-Gurley, Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Asset Management, reflected on the excitement of the programme and what it will mean for local people. 🔗 Find out more about the visit: buff.ly/Tt2da9X #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
STEP Fusion took centre stage at this year’s Great Northern Conference, speaking with 250 business leaders and political representatives about our plans for the UK’s prototype fusion power plant at West Burton - a major opportunity for growth across the wider region. 🔗 buff.ly/ROevJ8a #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion’s ability to power up regions recognised at Great Northern Conference - STEP Fusion
STEP Fusion’s potential to power up three regions came into the spotlight at this year’s Great Northern Conference, a celebration of regional economic
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
15 science & tech journalists joined our Science Media Centre briefing on the STEP programme. We covered plasma, extreme temps, materials testing & the future of fusion skills. Thanks to Amy Gandy, Aneeqa Khan & team SMC for an insightful session! #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy #Innovation #FusionSkills
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
We've signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Historic England to work together to celebrate and protect the historic character of our West Burton site - the future home of the UK’s prototype fusion power plant. 🧵 #STEPFusion #HistoricEngland #Heritage #CleanEnergy #FusionEnergy #WestBurton
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Tok and Mak had the huge honour of being Santa’s helpers, switching on the Christmas lights in Retford town centre! 🎄🎅 buff.ly/DTUVvga #TokandMak #STEPFusion #Retford #RetfordXmasLights #XmasLights #RetfordChristmasLights #ChristmasLights
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Robot dogs help switch on Retford Christmas lights
Tok and Mak had the huge honour of being Santa’s helpers, switching on the Christmas lights in Retford town centre! 🎄🎅
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
STEP Forward is opening up opportunities for primary school pupils to learn about fusion, engineering and the clean energy careers of the future. It’s great to see the programme highlighted, showcasing how our team is working with schools to inspire the next generation. 🔗 buff.ly/ewEdDxL
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Great day in Worksop yesterday as we celebrated one year of the Fusion Energy Café and delivered an update on the STEP programme! ☕🎊 We welcomed residents, local councillors and stakeholders to the Café and The Bridge Skills Hub for an event all about the future of fusion energy for the UK.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
We were pleased to welcome councillors from Notts County Council last week. Our team provided an update on the STEP programme, followed by a site tour along the River Trent, giving councillors the chance to see first-hand both the scale of the challenge and the huge opportunities at West Burton.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
HTS cables are the backbone of STEP’s fusion magnets - and recent testing has shown just how tough they are. When put to the test, the cable carried over 90,000 amps and withstood mechanical forces equivalent to 50 cars pressing down on every metre of cable. 🔗 Read on: buff.ly/vIzAOgM #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
We were back in Westminster yesterday for the Fusion Energy All Party Parliamentary Group, hosted by Bassetlaw's Jo White MP and joined by Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward. It was great to share an update on our programme with MPs from across the region. #STEPFusion #FusionEnergy
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
We’re proud to be sponsoring the Great Northern Conference in Doncaster on 2 December. 📅 2 December 2025 📍 Doncaster Racecourse 🎫 Book your place: buff.ly/sGo5Kcc #ONENORTH #STEPFusion #GreatNorthernConference
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
ICYMI: The Fusion Energy Café is turning one! 🎊 Join our team on Thursday 27th November in Worksop at The Bridge Skills Hub for an update on the STEP Programme, as we celebrate the Fusion Energy Café turning 1.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
We had a fantastic evening with Mansfield Rotary talking fusion energy and the STEP programme. Fantastic to see local people excited for the high-skilled, inter-generational jobs and new fusion courses that will be possible as a result of our prototype fusion energy plant coming to West Burton.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
🎥 “This is the next step forward and I'm so excited to be part of it, as we start to see local people working at this site.” It was fantastic to welcome Bassetlaw's Jo White MP to our West Burton site yesterday. #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Prof. David Gann CBE, Chair of UK Industrial Fusion Solutions, joined a fantastic panel at Falling Walls - Europe’s leading science festival - in Berlin. He highlighted STEP Fusion as a world-leading example of innovation and the opportunities to collaborate with partners across Europe. #STEPFusion
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
We’re delighted to be sponsoring the 7th annual Great Northern Conference in Doncaster on 2nd December. Our STEP Fusion team – along with robot dogs Tok and Mak – will be exhibiting at the event, sharing how fusion energy can deliver abundant, clean energy to power the North’s future. 🧵
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Innovating to protect the power ⚡🧲 The STEP Fusion team has demonstrated a new magnet protection system - helping safeguard the powerful superconducting magnets at the heart of a fusion power plant. UK innovation in action 🇬🇧 🔗 buff.ly/ai7lnl1 #FusionEnergy #STEPFusion #Engineering #Innovation
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Future careers and job focus were the topic of the day at the second Bassetlaw Skills Summit today. STEP Fusion's Engineering Team were pleased to join Bassetlaw District Council and representatives from the local skills workforce, to hear first hand from EMCCA's Director of Skills and Employment.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Fusion energy is bold - a national endeavour and the space race of our time. Today marks one year since leadership of the STEP programme transferred to UK Industrial Fusion Solutions. One year on, take a look at this 🎥 #FusionEnergy #STEPFusion #WestBurton #UKIFS #UKIndustrialFusionSolutions
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Fusion Energy: Building the Power of the Future
We're not just talking about the future, we're building it. The STEP programme will build a prototype fusion energy plant and create a UK-led fusion industry. We'll catalyse new ideas and technologies that will help secure our future on this planet.
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
A bit of fusion fun for Halloween! 🎃
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
📸 We've had a great month out and about across the area and welcoming new visitors to our West Burton site! #STEPFusion #FutureOfEnergy #CleanEnergy #FusionEnergy #WestBurton #CommunityPartnership
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Wrapping up a busy few weeks meeting new businesses, talking with local people, and bringing the STEP programme to life! 👀👇
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STEP Fusion @steptofusion.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Wrapping up a busy few weeks meeting new businesses, talking with local people, and bringing the STEP programme to life! 👀👇
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