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Sizewell C nuclear power station in the UK projected to cost £40bn

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The planned Sizewell C nuclear power station in Suffolk, UK, is expected to cost nearly £40bn ($48.7bn), double the initial £20bn estimate due to rising construction costs and delays at the Hinkley Point C site, according to the Financial Times.  This price increase raises concerns about the UK government’s nuclear revival strategy amid public finance strain and cost of living challenges. The UK Treasury will decide whether to proceed with Sizewell C during the 2025…

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UK seeks new investors for Sizewell C nuclear project

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The UK government is exploring new investor interest for the Sizewell C nuclear plant, as negotiations continue to secure funding for the project.  These discussions come at a crucial time, with the UK aiming to modernise its power infrastructure by 2030.  However, the project’s funding timeline has been delayed, with a final investment decision now expected no earlier than spring 2025, pushing back the initial target of a 2024 decision. Securing investors for Sizewell C…

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Mirion wins contracts for UK’s Sizewell C nuclear project

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Mirion Technologies has been awarded two contracts to provide advanced radiation safety solutions for the UK’s Sizewell C nuclear power station, a 3.2 GW project designed to supply electricity to six million homes.  The first contract, granted in October 2024, involves the provision of electrical penetration systems (EPS) for the reactor, ensuring secure cable passage through containment walls while maintaining reliable electrical circuits and reactor safety. Sizewell C, based on EDF’s European pressurised reactor (EPR)…