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ATM No 199 2026 JAN 27
Plans for two new reactors confirmed by South Korea
- South Korea will construct two new APR1400 nuclear reactors by 2038, as part of its 11th Basic Plan for Electricity Supply and Demand.
- The plan aims to raise the share of carbon-free energy to 70% by 2038, with nuclear power increasing from 30.7% in 2023 to 35.2%.
- Public surveys show strong backing, with over 60% supporting the new reactors and 80% recognizing nuclear power’s necessity.
UK-US partnership for HALEU transport packages
- Nuclear Transport Solutions (UK) and Westinghouse (US) will jointly develop Pegasus, a package for safely transporting HALEU fuel.
- The agreement enhances cooperation on engineering, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance to accelerate deployment.
- Supported by UK government funding, the project advances clean energy goals, energy independence, and export potential.
Oak Ridge at heart of US enrichment supply chain developments
- Centrus Energy is expanding its Oak Ridge facility into a high-rate centrifuge manufacturing plant, investing USD 560 million and creating 430 jobs.
- BWX Technologies opened a new Centrifuge Manufacturing Development Facility to support U.S. national security, backed by a USD 1.5 billion DOE contract.
- LIS Technologies is investing USD 1.38 billion in a laser enrichment headquarters at Oak Ridge, adding 203 jobs and reviving the historic K-25 site.