Missions
The French Nuclear Strategic Committee (CSFN) translates the strategic orientations of the French nuclear sector into concrete actions and oversees the initiatives agreed upon within the framework of the nuclear sector strategic contract. It brings together all stakeholders of the French nuclear ecosystem within a tripartite structure: the State (represented by the Ministry of the Economy, Finance, Industrial and Energy Sovereignty), industrial players, and social partners. The CSFN is also responsible for maintaining relations with the National Industry Council (CNI).
Key figures for the industry
The French nuclear industry is a dynamic and innovative sector that contributes to France’s energy independence
250,000
250,000 jobs in France
2,200
The French nuclear supply chain comprises 2,200 companies
38%
38% of the companies in the supply chain are engaged in export activities
The four strategic pillars of the nuclear sector contract
Signed in June 2025, the industry contract is structured around four strategic pillars.
Axis 1: Strengthening Industrial Performance
Having a robust sector capable of delivering the required quality and quantity, on time and within expected costs, is essential to ensuring the revival of nuclear energy.
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Axis 2: Enhancing Attractiveness and Skills
The second axis aims to support the sector’s growth in capacity and competencies in order to meet its current and future challenges.
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Axis 3: Mobilizing Around Future Challenges
For the French nuclear industry to remain competitive, the sector must continuously innovate and rely on dynamic, high‑performance R&D.
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Axis 4: Promoting Responsibility and Advancing the Energy Transition
The nuclear sector is a key driver of the energy transition. The fourth and final axis of the contract addresses decarbonization, adaptation to climate change, energy efficiency, and the circular economy.
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