Enlarged Halden Programme Review Group meeting – EHPRG 2026

The EHPRG 2026 meeting is the main conference organised by the Halden HTO Project and takes place 11th – 16th October 2026 in Hamar, Norway

Call for papers

Contributions from member organisations are encouraged and welcomed.

Intended abstracts to be submitted to the Project by 30th of June to Ronja Sveen Bye ronja.sveen.bye@ife.no

The full text of these contributions should be submitted no later than the 1st of September 2026 to Ronja Sveen Bye ronja.sveen.bye@ife.no

Registration

On-site participation

TBA

Virtual

TBA

Program

The Program for 2026 will be announced shortly

Technical Programme and Scope for EHPRG 2026

The meeting will open with an Introductory Session containing overview presentations and invited papers given by keynote speakers. Broader aspects of some of the topics to be covered in the Technical Sessions are often covered in this opening session.

The subsequent Technical Sessions will address the work performed by the Project, as well as by member organisations.

The topics to be covered

• HUMAN PERFORMANCE
• DIGITAL I&C – SAFETY ASSURANCE
• CONTROL ROOM DESIGN & EVALUATION
• HUMAN-AUTOMATION COLLABORATION 
• DIGITAL SYSTEMS FOR OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE 
• SUSTAINABLE DECOMMISSIONING and ASSET LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT
• CYBER SECURITY FOR MAIN CONTROL ROOMS

Location and meeting venue for EHPRG 2026

The City of Hamar – Scandic Hotel Hamar

From the echoes of the Viking Age to the pulse of a modern lakeside city, Hamar is a place where history and the present meet. Long before it became a town, the fertile lands along Lake Mjøsa attracted settlers, traders, and travelers who saw the value of its rich soil and strategic location.

In the Middle Ages, Hamar rose to prominence as one of Norway’s most important religious centers. Founded as a town in 1152, it became the seat of a bishop, and the impressive cathedral at Domkirkeodden stood as a symbol of power, faith, and ambition. Then came dramatic times: after the Reformation in 1537, Hamar lost its status, and in 1567 the town was burned during war with Sweden.

But Hamar was never meant to disappear. In 1849, the city was reborn with new town rights, and the arrival of the railway and busy traffic on Lake Mjøsa sparked growth, trade, and industry. The 20th century shaped Hamar into a center for administration, education, and culture, firmly rooted in the region.

Today, Hamar is a vibrant modern city of around 30,000 people — proud of its past, confident in its future. From medieval ruins and Viking heritage to cutting-edge sports arenas like the iconic Viking Ship, Hamar invites you to experience a city where centuries of history fuel energy, creativity, and life by Norway’s largest lake.

Travel Arrangements to Scandic Hotel Hamar

How to get to Norway

It is recommended to fly to Oslo and take a train directly from Oslo Airport Gardemoen (OSL) or from Oslo Central Station to Hamar.

The journey takes approx. 1hr by train or car from Oslo Airport Gardemoen to Hamar, 1.5hrs by train or car from Oslo Central Station.