26th November 2025
Industrial Solutions Hub (iSH) recently showcased Cumbria’s robotics, manufacturing and digital capabilities at the World Nuclear Exhibition (WNE) in Paris.
iSH has created industrial clusters in Robotics, Manufacturing and Digital to foster collaboration and further develop the business ecosystem in Cumbria by promoting the region’s businesses on the world stage.
The leading international industry event – which took place earlier this month at the Parc des Expositions in Paris – hosted a comprehensive network of worldwide suppliers and providers within the nuclear sector.
While showcasing the innovation from Cumbria’s business community, iSH also represented its Cumbria Robotics Cluster (CRC) members on the global stage with Miranda Kirschel, Hannah Pears and Lynn Huddart leading the iSH delegation.
The cluster positions Cumbria as a global centre of excellence in robotics and delivers both social and economic benefits to the region through collaboration, knowledge-sharing and growth.
Miranda Kirschel, iSH Programme Director, said: “The Cumbria Robotics cluster brings together a range of pioneering organisations who are committed to advancing robotics for nuclear decommissioning and other challenging environments.
“The team were delighted to attend such a well-established international event and show how the Cumbria Robotics Cluster brings together industry, academia and the supply chain to drive innovation and growth in the region’s economy.”
The iSH team hosted a stand within the exhibition’s UK Pavilion, where they championed the region’s ability to collaborate on innovative projects.
Miranda added: “The exhibition was a great opportunity for us to truly showcase Cumbria’s capability within the nuclear sector. There were several networking opportunities, which enabled us to establish both international and regional connections with key stakeholders, organisations and businesses.
“It was also great to see exhibition stands from other Cumbrian businesses, which proved just how strong the region’s presence is within robotics, manufacturing and digital technologies on the global stage.”
More than 330 speakers took to the stage at the exhibition, including President of the WNE, Sylvie Bermann; Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi; and the Chairman of the Strategic Committee for the French Nuclear Sector (CSFN), the French Nuclear Energy Industry Organization (GIFEN), and President of Nuclear Europe, Xavier Ursat.