The targeted plasma parameters of the compact spherical tokamak (ST) Globus-M have basically been achieved. The reasons that prevent further extension of the operating space are discussed. The operational limits of Globus-M together with an understanding of the limiting reasons form the basis for defining the design requirements for the next-step, Globus-M2. The recent experimental and theoretical results achieved with Globus-M are discussed, the operational problems and the research programme are summarized and finally, the targeted Globus-M2 parameters are presented. The magnetic field and plasma current in Globus-M2 will be increased to 1 T and 0.5 MA, respectively. The plasma dimensions will remain unchanged. With auxiliary heating at a high average plasma density, the temperatures will be in the keV range and the collisionality parameter with ν * 1 will define the operational conditions. Noninductive current drive will be a major element of the programme. The engineering design issues of Globus-M2 tokamak are discussed and the technical tokamak parameters are confirmed by thermal load and stress analysis simulations. The experimental results obtained on Globus-M2 and the limits of its performance should clarify the feasibility of an ST-based super compact neutron source.

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The ITER Vacuum Vessel (VV) features upper, equatorial and lower ports. Although the port design has been overall completed in the past, the design of some remaining interfaces was still in progress and has been finalized now. As the ITER construction phase has started, the procurement of the VV ports has been launched. The VV upper ports will be procured by the Russian Federation DA, while the equatorial and lower ports will be procured by the Korean DA. The main industrial suppliers were selected and development of the manufacturing design is in progress now. Since the VV is classified at nuclear level N2, design and manufacture of its components are to be compliant with the French code RCC-MR and regulations of nuclear pressure equipment in France. These regulations make a strong impact to the port design and manufacturing process, which is in progress now.

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