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ATM No 277 2026 MAY 26
Lee calls for stepped-up efforts to acquire nuclear-powered submarines
- South Korean President Lee Jae-myung instructed government officials during a Cabinet meeting to accelerate strategic plans to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. The directive highlights Seoul's growing emphasis on reinforcing its national security and maritime defense capabilities amid evolving regional threats. The move is expected to drive further policy discussions regarding bilateral nuclear agreements and technological cooperation with key allies.
Better Data And Project Prioritisation Vital To Managing Aging US Nuclear Waste Infrastructure, Says GAO
- The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) emphasized that improving data accuracy and project prioritization is essential for managing the nation's aging spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste infrastructure. Maintenance and modernization costs across critical temporary waste storage sites in the US are forecast to reach $950 million in 2026 alone. The report warns that without systemic planning, delayed upgrades to these facilities could pose long-term operational and safety risks.
New York Company To Develop Pilot Facility For Advanced Nuclear Reactor Fuel
- BLSK Energy, a New York-based firm, has announced a project to develop a pilot production facility dedicated to advanced nuclear reactor fuel. The facility will utilize advanced manufacturing and metallurgical techniques originally pioneered by the Argonne National Laboratory to optimize fuel efficiency. This initiative aims to accelerate the commercial readiness and domestic manufacturing capabilities of fuel tailored for small modular and microreactors.