Supply chain
The nuclear industry is prioritizing durability in both plant maintenance and policy development. Utilities are investing in upgrades and efficiency improvements, while government agencies are implementing policy changes to streamline regulatory processes.
NTPC Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh emphasized the need for affordable, reliable electricity in India, advocating for increased investment in energy storage, grid flexibility, and domestic technologies. He highlighted the importance of developing a domestic manufacturing ecosystem for power sector components to reduce import dependence and enhance energy security.
Urenco USA is expanding its National Enrichment Facility in Eunice, New Mexico, to increase domestic uranium enrichment capacity. The expansion includes adding centrifuge cascades, refurbishing existing infrastructure, and constructing a new enrichment plant to meet the growing demands of the US nuclear industry and international partners.
Poland's first nuclear power plant is moving into procurement. Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) has commissioned Westinghouse Electric Company to begin the procurement process for long-lead components for Poland's first AP1000 reactor at Lubiatowo-Kopalino. The scope covers six key nuclear islan...
Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) has begun ordering long-lead components for the first AP1000 reactor in Poland, including the reactor containment vessel. This procurement, under the Engineering Development Agreement with the Westinghouse-Bechtel Consortium, aims to secure production capacity, mitigate delays, and ensure timely project completion. Polish companies meeting ASME NQA-1 quality standards are expected to compete for contracts.
Thorizon and Urenco have announced a collaboration to develop the fuel cycle for molten salt reactors (MSRs). The partnership will focus on exploring enrichment services, Urenco's role in the molten salt fuel supply chain, and methods to enhance uranium utilization.
The nuclear industry is experiencing a period of significant investment, prompting utilities to manage extensive capital portfolios while preparing for long-term operations, plant modernization, and new nuclear opportunities. Collaborative efforts among utilities are addressing these challenges.
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NTPC has identified three locations in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha for new nuclear power plants, aiming for 30 GW of nuclear capacity by 2047. The company is exploring technology collaborations with international firms for pressurized water reactor projects.
Marsons Limited and Cleanhill Partners have established a joint venture to enhance transformer distribution, service, and manufacturing in North America, aiming to address supply shortages.
NucFinder is pleased to announce that it has become a member of BULATOM, the Bulgarian Atomic Forum. This membership marks an important step in NucFinder’s continued engagement with the European nuclear community and reflects our commitment to supporting the development of a stronger, more transp...
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the differing Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) commitments of India and Iran, emphasizing India's non-signatory status while Iran is bound as a signatory. He also addressed the global impact of volatile energy markets and supply chain disruptions stemming from the West Asia conflict.