Supply chain
The coal ministry has refuted claims that coal supply disruptions are causing power shortages in Uttar Pradesh, stating that thermal plants in the state are not in a critical fuel category. Daily coal supplies have exceeded average consumption since September 1. The ministry highlighted that a captive coal mine allocated to Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) in Jharkhand 11 years ago remains undeveloped, forcing the state to rely on external sources.
The ET Energy Leadership Summit & Awards 2026 will convene policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders in New Delhi to discuss the future of India's energy economy. The summit will focus on developing a secure, scalable, intelligent, and self-reliant energy system, addressing critical areas such as supply chain resilience, infrastructure build-out, and clean-tech manufacturing.
The Central Electricity Authority has published a report detailing a strategy for the indigenization of SCADA systems, which are vital for real-time monitoring and control of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. The report advocates for a structured institutional framework to advance the development, testing, and funding of these systems, aiming to enhance grid management infrastructure.
China's nuclear construction program, the largest globally, is implementing standardized designs, management models, and advanced procurement strategies to overcome challenges in parallel project delivery, supply chain resilience, and specialized talent development. State Nuclear Power Technology Corporation (SNPTC) is targeting a 56-month construction schedule through these measures.
Vikram Solar has secured a 124 MW supply contract for a solar power project in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The agreement with Capital Energy Private Ltd. involves the provision of high-efficiency G12R TOPCon modules, with dispatches slated to begin in October 2026.
Proxima, a company spun out from the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, has announced plans to establish Germany's first high-temperature superconducting (HTS) tape production facility in Lower Saxony. This initiative aims to bolster European supply chain resilience for fusion energy components and other advanced technologies.
Orano and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) have signed a letter of intent to expand their collaboration in uranium enrichment, aiming to strengthen the nuclear fuel supply chain. This agreement builds on a previous memorandum of understanding and signifies a strategic move to diversify enrichment sources amidst global market uncertainties.
India's power system development for 2035 emphasizes anticipatory transmission, commercially viable storage, and robust project execution. Supply chain resilience is a key concern, with efforts underway to increase localization and supplier visibility to reduce reliance on imported components and manage long-term demand.
September is going to be a busy month for the NucFinder team. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking part in several nuclear industry events across Europe and the US: 14 September — Arnova Nuclear Energy Summit 2026, Zurich 🇨🇭 21–23 September — Texas Nuclear Summit, Texas 🇺🇸 23 September —...
SMRs aren't just creating new reactors. They're rebuilding industrial capability. Rolls-Royce SMR has confirmed that Siemens Energy will manufacture key steam turbine components for the first three UK SMRs at its Newcastle facility. At first glance, this looks like another supplier announcement....
Siemens Energy will manufacture steam turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems for Rolls-Royce SMRs at its Newcastle facility, marking the first European production of these components for small modular reactors. This initiative supports the Gwyndod project in the United Kingdom and the broader SMR export market, contributing to the UK's nuclear supply chain and job creation.
TerraPower has announced new supplier contracts for its Natrium reactor components, aiming to establish a robust supply chain for its advanced nuclear technology. These awards support the construction of the first Natrium plant in Kemmerer, Wyoming, and a sodium test facility on the same site.