Supply chain & business

Poland has initiated work on its second nuclear power plant, with Bełchatów and Konin identified as preferred locations. This development follows an agreement between the Ministry of Energy, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ), and Polska Grupa Energetyczna (PGE) to coordinate the project and conduct preliminary studies. The country is also progressing with its first nuclear plant, which will utilize Westinghouse's AP1000 technology.

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 —...

Eleven Power has been granted a 25-year parallel electricity distribution license by the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) for the Gurugram and Nuh revenue districts. The company plans a capital investment of ₹4,717 crore over five years, with electricity supply projected to begin in FY28.

Terrestrial Energy has submitted a Topical Report to the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) seeking confirmation that the Thermal and Electric Facility (TEF) portion of its Integrated Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) plant is not classified as "nuclear construction" under US regulations. This submission aims to streamline the regulatory process, potentially allowing for faster deployment and financing of IMSR plants.

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....

Rajesh Power Services has been awarded two new contracts worth approximately ₹541 crore by government-owned power distribution companies in Gujarat. These orders involve strengthening and shifting electricity distribution infrastructure.

Google and Oracle have entered into agreements to support nuclear power plant operations in the United States. Google's 20-year power purchase agreement with Constellation Energy will facilitate investments in 11 nuclear units, adding 890 MW of capacity and creating jobs. Oracle has committed to subscribing to a portion of the electricity from the Point Beach nuclear power plant in Wisconsin.

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India's upcoming National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel (NSSS) aims to support decarbonization measures in the secondary steel sector, addressing financial and technological barriers for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The strategy will focus on renewable energy integration, material efficiency, and alternative fuels.

Westinghouse has contracted Hyundai E&C to conduct Front-End Engineering Design (FEED 1) studies for new nuclear power plants in the Netherlands. This collaboration follows earlier contract awards to EDF and Westinghouse by the Nuclear Energy Organisation of the Netherlands (NEO NL) for design studies expected to last 12-18 months. The FEED 1 studies will proceed in two phases, with the initial phase (FEED 1a) being independent of the final plant location, allowing preparatory work to advance while site selection is finalized.

India aims to significantly increase nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, as part of a broader strategy to raise electricity's share in its total energy mix to 45-50 percent. This ambitious goal necessitates robust supply chain resilience for critical equipment, including reactors.

Poland has revised its nuclear power program, delaying the commercial operation of its first unit to 2036 and outlining plans for a second plant. The updated program emphasizes domestic industry participation, workforce development, and regulatory strengthening.

NTPC Ltd and Africa50 have signed a cooperation agreement to develop power generation projects and cross-border electricity trading opportunities throughout Africa. The partnership aims to combine NTPC's technical and operational capabilities with Africa50's project development and financing expertise.

Samsung C&T has committed up to USD100 million in investment and engineering services for Kairos Power's Hermes 2 demonstration plant in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This collaboration includes Samsung C&T joining Kairos Power's integrated engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) team, focusing on power-generation systems and balance-of-plant activities for the fluoride salt-cooled high-temperature reactor (KP-FHR) technology.

Major Indian utilities are adopting locally designed pressurised heavy water reactors to overcome project delays and leverage established domestic supply chains as the country pursues an elevenfold increase in nuclear capacity.

Niger's Council of Ministers has awarded a large uranium mining permit for the Arlit region to the state-owned Teloua Safeguarding Uranium Mining Company (TSUMCO SA). This follows the nationalization of SOMAÏR and the revocation of Orano's mining permits. Additionally, the Madouela project permit has been reallocated to the Madaouela Mining Company (MAMICO), a new entity in which the state of Niger holds a 40% stake.

GEE Ltd says it has received approval from the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL), allowing it to participate as a qualified domestic supplier for nuclear power-related work.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced its first investment in small modular reactor (SMR) technology, providing a convertible loan to Steady Energy. This funding will support Steady Energy's research and development, testing, and licensing activities for its LDR-50 SMR, a heat-only reactor designed for district heating and industrial applications. The investment aligns with the European Commission's goal to deploy SMRs by the early 2030s.

The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation (TNPDCL) has finalized agreements for power procurement at record-high prices to address a supply deficit for the remainder of the month.

Bannerman has announced the completion of funding for its Etango uranium project, following a strategic investment and joint venture with CNNC Overseas Limited (CNOL). This development resolves the final funding hurdle, positioning the project for a Final Investment Decision (FID) and progression towards becoming a new greenfield uranium producer. Early construction works are on schedule, and detailed design and procurement activities are nearing completion.