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The European Strategy for Particle Physics reaches an important milestone
- CERN Council received the ESG recommendations at its 225th session on December 12, 2025, marking a pivotal ESPP milestone.
- The recommendations favor the electron–positron Future Circular Collider (FCC-ee) as the next flagship at CERN.
- A descope FCC-ee is listed as the alternative option if the preferred plan is not feasible or competitive.
- The update process began in March 2024 and seeks a visionary yet concrete plan for Europe’s future in particle physics.
- The ESG’s recommendations aim to attract international collaboration and maintain CERN’s leading role in Europe.
- A final decision on the ESPP update is planned for a dedicated Council Session in Budapest in May 2026.
- The update includes a focus on the next flagship collider and prioritizes options if the preferred plan proves unfeasible.
- The ESPP process emphasizes developing a common European vision and broad international collaboration.
- The FCC feasibility study supports continued work on the project as part of the ESPP plan.
- CERN expects a decision in 2028 regarding the possible construction of the FCC.
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