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Hinkley Point C installs first new nuclear reactor in over 30 years

Hinkley Point C, located in Somerset, southwest England, has achieved a significant milestone with the installation of Britain’s first new nuclear reactor in more than 30 years.  The installation of the first of two 13-metre-long reactor pressure vessels (RPV) is a key development. Once both reactors are operational, Hinkley Point C will supply 7% of Britain’s electricity. This follows the completion of the steel dome installation in late 2023, which sealed the reactor building. The…

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Viaro Energy and Terrestrial Energy partner to develop IMSR nuclear project in the UK

British energy company Viaro Energy and US-based Terrestrial Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop the Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) nuclear project in the UK. The partnership aims to deliver reliable, emission-free, and cost-competitive nuclear energy using advanced reactor technology. Terrestrial Energy CEO Simon Irish emphasized that both companies share a vision for expanding nuclear energy to achieve energy security and net zero goals. They aim to deploy small and modular power…