Policy & people

Negotiations over the Belgian state's acquisition of the country's full nuclear fleet have been pushed back a further month, with valuation differences cited as the principal sticking point.

Researchers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have introduced a structured approach to metallic alloy development aimed at improving material performance under the combined stresses of heat, radiation, and mechanical load inside nuclear reactors.

The Indian government is preparing to direct IITs, NITs and other technical institutes to introduce nuclear technology courses, as a Niti Aayog expert committee finalises a workforce development framework tied to the country's 100 GW nuclear target.

Thailand’s Electricity Generating Authority (EGAT) has accelerated its nuclear energy study, targeting commercial operation of the country’s first 300 MW small modular reactor (SMR) by 2037. The project forms part of the 2026 Power Development Plan and is intended to strengthen energy security, provide low-carbon electricity and reduce exposure to...

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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued its Final Safety Evaluation Report for X-energy's Xe-100 HTGR, clearing a key licensing hurdle for the proposed Long Mott Generating Station in Texas and setting regulatory precedents for future deployments.

Ethiopia's prime minister has confirmed plans for two 1200 MWe nuclear units, with three candidate sites shortlisted and a draft intergovernmental construction agreement with Rosatom under coordination.

Vedanta Power Limited has appointed Kishor U Agrawal as Director, Nuclear Strategy & Advisory, tasking him with building a 5–10 GW nuclear roadmap as India opens the sector to private investors.

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), a liquid waste contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management at the Savannah River Site (SRS), is expanding its heat safety program to mitigate heat stress for its workforce.

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has published the country's first national fusion strategy, outlining three funding scenarios and recommending a $150–350 million National Fusion Research Center as the preferred path to building a domestic fusion supply-chain industry.

Meet EXCEL Services Corporation, a US-based consulting and engineering company supporting nuclear power projects and operations worldwide. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, EXCEL brings more than 40 years of experience in the nuclear energy sector, with expertise applied i...

Framatome has inaugurated a EUR 30 million pilot facility in Paimboeuf, France, to apply chromium coatings to zirconium alloy cladding tubes for nuclear fuel assemblies, with industrial qualification targeted by end-2026 and series production planned for early 2027.

India aims to expand its nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, requiring an estimated $210 billion investment. Officials and industry executives highlight the need to review green finance rules, which currently exclude nuclear investments, and to develop a stronger talent pipeline. Efforts are underway to address the shortage of specialized education and training, including certification programs to build a local nuclear supply chain.

A Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) report has indicated that employees in the supply chain and quality assurance departments at the Palisades nuclear plant may be reluctant to report safety concerns due to fear of retaliation. The findings, released in a report on Tuesday, follow a July inspection of the plant in Covert, Michigan, which is undergoing efforts to become the first U.S. nuclear power plant to restart after shutdown.

As the grid becomes increasingly dynamic with large-scale renewable energy integration, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and inverter-based resources (IBRs), modernising grid connectivity standards is becoming increasingly important. In line with this, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has proposed the draft CEA (Technical Standards for...

Bluecore Energy has announced significant progress in the development of its 10 MW pressurized water reactor (PWR) for maritime applications. Key milestones include the purchase of low-enriched uranium, ongoing engagement with U.S. regulatory bodies, and advancement in its maritime classification pathway.

A consortium of educational, research, and construction partners has formed to prepare regional workers for employment opportunities tied to Kairos Power's advanced reactor development in Tennessee.

A full-scope control room simulator has been commissioned at the Xudabao nuclear plant in China, enabling operator training for the first two units before their entry into service.

A great discussion on the future of financing India’s nuclear ecosystem. Thank you to everyone who joined our latest NucFinder webinar, and especially to our speakers: Kapil Bansal, Partner at EY-Parthenon India and Hiten Sutar, Partner at EY India. We discussed how the emerging regulatory landsc...

The MARVEL microreactor project has reached significant milestones, including the delivery of its primary coolant system and federal safety approval, as it prepares for initial startup tests.