Day Two - Main ConferenceThursday, 23 October 2025

The session will host 6 roundtables with unique discussion topics. An industry moderator will be appointed on the day to facilitate each session, and attendees can join one session only. Discussions will run for 30 minutes, and the findings of the discussion will be summarised and presented by each moderator. Registration is free and will happen during the morning registration.

• TENORM Challenges in Oil & Gas
• Deregulatory process – exemptions clearance - Phil
• Occupational and environmental health measures for NORM
• Circularity & valorisation of residues

Though transport is a very minor cost in the NORM waste cycle, lack of harmonization and over-regulation creates problems for transport of all NORM materials between countries and states. Raising the awareness of this issue with both industry and the public, while keeping potential risks in context, is an important part of any NORM transport strategy. This panel will help industry understand and strive to comply with international, national and local regulations governing the safe and secure transport of radioactive materials, since inappropriately shipped materials can have a negative impact on our industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding guidelines and maintaining communication with relevant authorities and international agencies
• Things to consider making NORM transport economically feasible and sustainable
• If disposal facility is not in your state, what are the ways of packaging, transport, threshold limit and guidelines to follow?
• Skills & training required for industry to manage transport
• Current tools and future technology for safe and secure transport

The disposal of NORM is a critical challenge for all industries, requiring robust strategies to ensure environmental safety and regulatory compliance. This session will explore the latest advancements in the treatment and disposal of NORM/TENORM, focusing on innovative technologies and best practices. Driven by market leaders, the session will provide a comprehensive overview of the methodologies employed to manage NORM wastes, including immobilisation techniques, specialised landfill sites, and the integration of sustainable practices.

Key Takeaways

• Evolution of NORM waste disposal practices
• Risk assessment and management strategies
• Smart monitoring and tracking systems
• Case studies of successful waste management programs
• Environmental protection measures
• Pros & Cons of disposal options
• Inherent risks/opportunities based on disposal mechanism (landfill, subsurface injection, bury in place)

The reuse of radionuclide materials presents a promising avenue for sustainable waste management, offering potential benefits for both environmental protection and economic efficiency. This session explores innovative approaches and successful case studies in the beneficial reuse of NORM residues, with a particular focus on phosphogypsum and other NORM-containing materials.

The discussion will examine how industries are transforming traditional waste management paradigms into circular economy opportunities while ensuring regulatory compliance and stakeholder acceptance. Key industry examples, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies that enable safe and economically viable reuse options will be presented.

Key takeaways:

• Circular economy applications like phosphogypsum utilisation
• Reclassification of NORM waste as resources and compliance requirements for reuse
• Technical considerations for recycling and aspects for commercialising the NORM residues