France has brought together pro-nuclear representatives from European countries to draw up a roadmap on the development of atomic energy. The objective is to determine how nuclear power will contribute to achieving carbon neutrality in the next 30 years.

Reactor No. 1 at the Chooz nuclear power plant restarted after more than 500 days of shutdown due to corrosion problems, followed by Reactor No. 2 a month later. Currently, 20 out of 56 reactors are still shut down for maintenance visits or treatment of cracks.

Holtec International has received the long-awaited license from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for its Hi-STORE CISF spent nuclear fuel storage project. This partnership with the Eddy-Lea Energy Alliance paves the way for a long-term storage solution for nuclear fuel in U.S. reactors.

South Korea is moving into nuclear power development with a cooperation agreement between NuScale Power and GS Energy. This partnership aims to study the construction of a NuScale VOYGR-6 SMR plant as part of the nuclear hydrogen industrial complex.

South Korea launched construction of a 15 MWt nuclear research reactor at a ceremony in late April. This new reactor aims to enable Korea to become self-sufficient in the production of medical and industrial radioactive isotopes, while aiming to supply more than 15% of the global isotope market.

The IAEA warns of the risk of a "serious nuclear accident" at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhia plant in Ukraine, while temporary evacuations of surrounding towns are causing concern and queues for basic supplies.

The El Dabaa nuclear power plant project in Egypt reaches a major milestone with the start of construction of Unit 3. This large-scale project involves contracts between NPPA and Rosatom for the construction of four VVER-1200 units, as well as the supply of Russian nuclear fuel for the entire life of the plant.

UK-based Cavendish Nuclear has won a contract to support the decommissioning of the prototype fast neutron reactor at Monju in Japan. Cavendish will work with International Nuclear Services Japan and Jacobs to design a new facility in the UK to process recycled Monju sodium for industrial use.

Last May 1, a meeting was held in Washington between Philippine officials and NuScale officials to discuss a nuclear power plant project. This ambitious, multi-billion dollar project aims to provide 462 MW to the Philippines by the early 2030s with NuScale's innovative technology.

Framatome has developed an innovative low-enriched fuel for the FRM II research reactor. This major advance in the development of high-density monolithic fuels will allow the reactor to maintain its high level of performance while using less enriched uranium.

The MATCH program highlights the need for 16,700 new engineering employees by 2033 to meet the needs of the nuclear industry. It also highlights the efforts of the profession to structure itself and attract new talent.

The construction of two new-generation EPR nuclear reactors at Hinkley Point C involves 9,000 people and is the largest construction site in Europe for any industry. Despite cost and time revisions, EDF is hoping for a June 2027 commissioning date.

U.S. communities and businesses are interested in small, next-generation nuclear reactors to replace existing plants, but only NuScale's model has been validated to date. Commercialization and operation are still fraught with regulatory and financial hurdles.

The public debate on the relaunch of nuclear power in France has raised strong questions among citizens about waste, risks and financing. Although it was disrupted by the government's forced revival of the atom, the debate brought together 5,000 participants and as many contributions.

EDF CEO Luc Rémont recently visited the Hinkley Point nuclear reactor site in the UK and stressed the importance of "industrial cadence" for the successful construction of future French nuclear power plants. He explained how the experience gained on this site can help EDF avoid past mistakes.

EDF's revised plan to inspect and repair welds in its nuclear reactors has been deemed "appropriate" by the French nuclear safety authority. The new plan calls for increased verification of repaired welds.

The IAEA report on the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine raises concerns about nuclear safety due to maintenance cutbacks, staff shortages and spare parts shortages.

Holtec, which specializes in nuclear technology, and Energoatom, the Ukrainian national atomic energy company, have signed an agreement to set up a pilot project for small-scale nuclear reactors in Ukraine. The agreement also provides for the construction of a plant to produce equipment for these reactors in the country.

A new facility, the Hydrogen Micro Hub, will accelerate the production and supply of hydrogen. This joint venture between SK E&C, Hyundai Engineering and USNC represents a significant step towards a sustainable hydrogen economy.

The Groupement des Industriels Français de l'Énergie Nucléaire (GIFEN) has submitted to the French government the "MATCH" program, a study commissioned in January 2023 to assess the needs and challenges for the revival of the nuclear industry desired by President Macron.

Rosatom obtains a license to build the first SMR nuclear reactor on earth in harsh Arctic conditions, providing a clean and stable source of energy to Yakutia. The project will also create a strong industrial cluster and contribute to the economic growth of the region.

The French nuclear industry must recruit and train 100,000 people over the next ten years to support the revival of the atom. The most sought-after trades will be boiler making (+140%) and civil engineering (+220%).

The revival of nuclear power in France will require 100,000 new employees over the next ten years to meet the industrial and human challenges. The industry expects a 25% increase in work volume.

Closing all nuclear power plants in the U.S. would result in a significant increase in emissions from coal and other fuels. Economic impacts were also assessed, with researchers estimating that this would result in annual costs of between $50.4 billion and $220.2 billion.