Rolls-Royce SMR and ČEZ Group have signed a contract that enables work to start on the Czech Republic’s first Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme, launching first at the Temelín site in the South Bohemian Region. This follows a successful programme of geological studies which will allow Rolls-Royce SMR and ČEZ Group to jointly develop a … Read more
Rolls-Royce SMR and Great British Energy – Nuclear (GBE-N) have signed a contract that enables work to start immediately on the delivery of three Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) at Wylfa, on the coast of Ynys Môn (Anglesey) in North Wales. In November 2025, the UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, announced that Wylfa will … Read more
GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) today announced that it has entered into a Main Services Agreement (MSA) with AFRY, a leading Swedish engineering, project management and advisory company, to support the deployment of its BWRX-300 small modular reactor (SMR) technology. Through this non-exclusive collaboration, AFRY will deliver engineering and advisory services that leverage its … Read more
Holtec International’s SMR-300 has completed Step 2 of the United Kingdom’s Generic Design Assessment (GDA), a key regulatory milestone that advances the reactor toward UK deployment and sets down a clear pathway for Holtec International and its Holtec Britain subsidiary to execute international projects that can leverage the UK regulatory review. The GDA, conducted by … Read more
HELSINKI/STOCKHOLM – The Finnish nuclear technology company Steady Energy is establishing its presence in Sweden to solve a growing economic challenge for Swedish property owners and housing associations: high district heating prices. To lead the Swedish expansion, the company has recruited Anton Steen, formerly Head of Public Affairs and Communications at energy giant Fortum. By … Read more
Blykalla will proceed with the next phase of planning for a small modular reactor park in Norrsundet, Gävle, Sweden. The company aims to initiate the permitting process in 2026, following initial assessments confirming that the site offers suitable conditions for fossil-free energy production. The proposed park is envisioned to consist of six of Blykalla’s lead-cooled … Read more
The European Commission has today presented a strategy to accelerate the development and deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs) (COM/2026/117) in Europe. SMRs and AMRs are innovative nuclear technologies that have the potential to contribute to the EU’s path towards climate neutrality, energy security and industrial competitiveness. With good coordination, SMRs could mobilise entire … Read more
Rolls-Royce SMR has launched its Safety and Regulatory Affairs Graduate Programme, a major stride forward in developing the next generation of specialists to help Rolls-Royce SMR transform the way nuclear projects are delivered. The new programme will help graduates gain the skills and confidence to shape the safe design, operation, and performance of Rolls-Royce Small … Read more
