Fusion Industry Association appoints Director for the EU
On January 22, the Fusion Industry Association officially expanded into the European Union, appointing Cyrille Mai Thanh of Dentons Global Advisors as its new Director for the EU, based in Brussels.
The FIA has had EU-based members since its inception, and many members from around the world have engaged in direct partnerships with entities sponsored by EuroFusion and Fusion for Energy, as well as national governments within Europe.
For decades, European scientists have been leaders in the science and development of fusion energy. In recent years, the EU has begun work to design a DEMO fusion power plant, even as work continues on ITER in France. Now, as the fusion energy economy transitions from labs to the marketplace, Europe will have to transition its policies and programs as well. The EU will soon embark on an effort to build new public-private partnerships to support fusion, and the FIA will be eager to support these policies.
As the unified voice of the fusion industry, the Fusion Industry Association is excited to expand its presence in Europe in support of our members and the wider fusion ecosystem. As Director for the EU, Cyrille will be responsible for growing and managing the FIA’s presence in Brussels, implementing the FIA’s strategy and advocacy in the context of the Europes’s fusion ecosystem, and educating stakeholders in industry, politics, and the press about the promise of fusion energy. Cyrille brings with him extensive experience in clean energy, policy, and strategy.
The FIA’s priorities around the world are to build the public-private partnerships that will accelerate fusion, ensure that the regulations of fusion energy are permanently separated from nuclear fission, and ensure that fusion energy gets the same benefits that all other clean technologies receive.
Cyrille Mai Thanh has worked for the past eight years in public affairs in Brussels during which he has developed a strong knowledge on EU policies related to climate and energy. Cyrille brings valuable experience working at Dentons Global Advisors, a leading public affairs consultancy, where he advises corporate clients on a broad range of policy issues. He helps clients navigate the EU political landscape, anticipate regulatory changes, and design advocacy and communication strategies. Cyrille is also founder of the Brussels Sustainability Club, a network gathering over 200 public affairs professionals from across sectors with a common interest in sustainability policies. Cyrille studied European Studies at The Hague University and speaks English, French and Spanish.