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Orano temporarily suspends uranium extraction activities in Niger

Orano temporarily suspends uranium extraction activities in Niger

Orano temporarily suspends uranium extraction activities in Niger

CountriesBénin, France, Iran, Niger, Russie
CompaniesSomaïr, Orano
SectorÉnergie Nucléaire
ThemePolitique & Géopolitique, Sécurité énergétique

Orano, a major global uranium player, has suspended its extraction expenses in Niger. This measure, announced in a statement, follows a meeting of the board of directors of Somaïr (Société des Mines de l’Aïr) on November 12, 2024. Somaïr is a subsidiary 64.3% owned by Orano and 36.6% by the Nigerien state.

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Énergie Nucléaire