Media Invited to the Inauguration of the IAEA Visitor Centre, 17 September 2025, in Seibersdorf, Austria

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will inaugurate its new Visitor Centre at 16:00 CEST on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, at the IAEA Laboratories in Seibersdorf, Austria.

This high-level event will take place on the margins of the 69th regular session of the IAEA General Conference, highlighting the Agency's commitment to public engagement and education on the safe and peaceful use of nuclear science, techniques and applications. The new IAEA Visitor Centre is a state-of-the-art facility showcasing the Agency's scientific and technical mandate in a manner that is both educational and inspiring. Through interactive exhibits, the Centre provides visitors with a deeper understanding of nuclear peaceful uses in addressing global challenges in health, food and agriculture, ocean and water protection, culture preservation, energy, industry and more.

Inauguration Ceremony

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi will deliver opening remarks, alongside Gabriella Sellner, Permanent Representative of Austria, speaking on behalf of the Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of Austria.

Media Coverage

Journalists are invited to cover the ceremony. The event will include:

• A photo opportunity.
• Statements by the Director General and other speakers.
• Guided tours.

The IAEA will make photos available on Flickr and can provide video footage upon request.

Transport for Media

The IAEA will arrange transport, upon request for media representatives, to ensure sufficient time for setup ahead of the inauguration ceremony.

• Departure: Wednesday, 17 September at 14:00.
• Location: Bus stop near Gate 1, Vienna International Centre (VIC), Wagramer Straße 5.
• Return transport to the VIC will depart Seibersdorf at approximately 18:00.

Driving

The IAEA Laboratories location: Friedensstraße, A-2444 Seibersdorf, Austria. Signs marked "IAEA Laboratories" are visible upon approaching the area. (See Google maps →)

Accreditation and registration

Journalists interested in attending must confirm their participation by 12:00 CEST on Friday, 5 September, by completing the following steps:

1. Please complete the registration form here. The link will be deactivated after the deadline.
2. Please send a copy of your passport and press ID via email.
3. Kindly use this subject line in your email: Inauguration - Media Attendance Confirmation.

Please bring an official photo ID to allow sufficient time for security clearance in Seibersdorf.