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Lufeng Nuclear Power Unit 5 PMC Installation Task Successfully Completed

On July 6, 2026, with the successful installation, handover, and commissioning of the PMC02 and PMC03 systems for Lufeng Nuclear Power Unit 5, the PMC system installation work for the unit was successfully completed, marking the full achievement of the core tasks of the 5PMC Installation Joint Party Member Task Force. The smooth realization of this key milestone fully demonstrated the robust capability of the integrated engineering and production joint team in collaborative construction, driving a phased breakthrough in the construction of Unit 5. This laid a solid foundation for subsequent on-site inspections for the nuclear material license and the smooth receipt of new fuel. Collaborative Breakthrough to Ensure Milestones As the core specialized key equipment for receiving, storing, and transferring nuclear fuel in a nuclear power plant, the PMC system is a critical carrier ensuring the stable operation of the fuel handling system and an indispensable prerequisite for on-site nuclear material license inspections. Its installation quality and construction schedule directly impact the overall construction pace of the unit and the broader fuel loading and commissioning timeline. During this PMC installation phase, the on-site construction conditions were complex, and the pressure to overcome challenges was unprecedented. The team faced multiple difficulties, including intensive cross-disciplinary operations, intricate construction interfaces, severely limited workspace, and tight availability of lifting and scaffolding resources. Project progress faced significant resistance, coordination was highly challenging, and the task was extremely arduous. To fundamentally reverse the passive situation and ensure the achievement of construction goals, the Lufeng Nuclear Power Production Service Department, under the overall guidance of the company's Party Committee, took the initiative. It adopted a model where leaders personally oversaw the campaign and tackled problems directly on-site. By coordinating the construction efforts of the Safety Protection Department, Technical Department, Project Department, supervision units, and various participating construction entities, the PMC Installation Joint Party Member Task Force was formally established. The team consistently adhered to Party-building leadership in project breakthroughs, firmly upholding the value orientation of "Three Focuses." They solidified a normalized multi-party coordination mechanism involving daily meetings and on-the-spot problem-solving, effectively breaking down construction barriers and interface bottlenecks between the work teams of the two construction companies, CNNC Huaxing and China Nuclear Industry 23. By dynamically coordinating construction plans, on-site safety management, manpower organization, and resource allocation, they achieved on-site problem identification, assessment, and resolution. This efficiently resolved various issues such as cross-construction conflicts, material transport obstructions, and resource allocation tensions. Through meticulous coordination and integrated collaborative operations, they provided solid organizational support for achieving the construction goals. Innovation and Pragmatism to Set Benchmarks Throughout the entire campaign, all Party member core members took the lead, shouldered heavy responsibilities, targeted efforts precisely, and broke through difficulties, comprehensively solidifying on-site construction conditions. The team scientifically coordinated the erection, dismantling, and optimization of scaffolding in the fuel building, streamlined the construction logic for civil and installation cross-operations, and systematically completed the defect rectification and power-on work for the spent fuel crane, auxiliary crane, and 130t overhead crane, thoroughly clearing pre-installation obstacles for key equipment introduction. All personnel adhered to the principle of "taking one step forward, being proactive," ensuring that on-site conditions did not wait for procedures and that progress was not stalled by interfaces. They continuously optimized process connections and operational logic, focused on key areas in phases, assigned responsibilities by module, and dynamically optimized resource allocation. By balancing safety with progress and upholding both bottom lines and efficiency, they efficiently and successfully completed the introduction, positioning, and installation of key equipment for the PMC02 system. Concurrently, leveraging experience from previous multi-unit construction projects, the team boldly broke away from traditional fixed procedures and innovatively optimized the construction organization logic. They adopted an interleaved parallel construction approach, simultaneously carrying out multiple key specialized tasks for the first time within the group, including preliminary nuclear cleaning of the spent fuel pool hall, pressure testing of the spent fuel pool, pipe installation and flushing, and comprehensive foreign material search and removal from the fuel racks. Through innovation and pragmatic action, they created a benchmark case for efficient PMC system installation in Hualong One units. Successful Completion, Setting Off Again The successful completion of the PMC installation campaign for Unit 5 is a landmark achievement demonstrating the deep integration of Party-building and production at Lufeng Nuclear Power, efficient multi-disciplinary coordination, and the effective implementation of refined on-site management. It fully showcases the excellent spirit of the Party member team in daring to fight tough battles, being capable of winning them, charging forward, and sustaining continuous operations. The journey does not end; the campaign continues. Next, the PMC Installation Joint Party Member Task Force will persistently maintain its fighting posture, firmly anchor on the overall goal of unit fuel loading, steadily advance the commissioning and various functional tests of the PMC02 and PMC03 systems, and efficiently complete key tasks such as system commissioning and the interconnection of the four pools. They will strive to ensure the smooth passage of the on-site nuclear material license inspection, injecting strong momentum into the high-quality and safe commissioning and operation of the unit.

2026-07-31

Huaneng Nuclear Power Receives First WANO Corporate Peer Review

From July 14 to 24, 2026, Huaneng Nuclear Power received its first Corporate Peer Review (CPR) organized by the Atlanta Center of the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO), successfully achieving the set objectives. WANO CPR is a widely accepted headquarters-level peer review in the global nuclear industry and serves as an important channel for in-depth international exchange. A 14-member assessment team, consisting of 7 foreign experts from the United States and Canada, along with personnel from the WANO Shanghai Office and industry management, conducted the review in accordance with WANO peer review standards. The evaluation covered seven areas: corporate leadership, corporate governance, oversight and monitoring, independent oversight, corporate support services, human resources and leadership development, and...

2026-07-31

U.S. Nuclear Power Consulting Firm EXCEL Services Officially Enters Vietnamese Market

U.S. nuclear power technology consulting firm EXCEL Services Corporation has established a subsidiary in Vietnam and is actively collaborating with domestic partners, coinciding with the restart of Vietnam's nuclear power projects. This move marks further development of bilateral cooperation in the nuclear energy sector. Currently, Vietnam is restarting its nuclear power development plans, attracting attention from numerous international partners. On July 28, EXCEL Services Corporation announced the establishment of its Vietnamese subsidiary and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Innovation Center (NIC) and Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, while actively advancing more cooperation agreements with Vietnamese government agencies and enterprises. James Voss has been appointed as...

2026-07-30

Serbia and France Sign Nuclear Energy Cooperation Partnership Agreement

Serbia and France are deepening cooperation in the nuclear energy field, with both sides signing a significant partnership agreement. Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Đedović-Handanović announced via social media that the agreement was signed jointly by the Republic of Serbia, French electricity company EDF, and the French Development Agency AFD, aiming to lay the foundation for Serbia's peaceful nuclear energy projects. This cooperation will focus on strengthening Serbia's expertise, talent pool, and organizational capacity in the nuclear energy sector, while providing a scientific basis for future energy decisions. This partnership follows the Serbian government's reception of an EDF delegation and French Ambassador to Serbia Florence Ferrari...

2026-07-30

Vietnam-Hungary Industrial Education Cooperation Seminar Held, Vietnam Plans to Send Students to Study Nuclear Energy Technology in Hungary

On July 29, a delegation from the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade held a seminar with the Hungarian Rectors' Conference and the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), focusing on promoting educational cooperation in the industrial sector, particularly in Hungary's advantageous disciplines such as mechanical engineering, semiconductors, nuclear energy, and information technology. Dr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice President of Hanoi University of Industry, proposed that BME provide short-term or long-term training courses for lecturers from his university. Associate Professor Nguyen Xuan Hoan, President of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade, expressed hope to send 3 to 5 graduate students to study at BME this year or next year through government scholarships, with the expectation that they would return to work in Vietnam after graduation. The Vietnamese delegation also stated that, in preparation for the upcoming nuclear power project, it hopes to send students to Hungary to study nuclear energy technology starting this year.

2026-07-30

Germany's Hesse to Build National Laser Fusion Center, Plans Commercial Laser Fusion Power Plant at Biblis

The German Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Aerospace (BMFTR) announced on July 29 that Hesse will become the site of Germany's National Laser Fusion Center. The center is one of three national fusion capability centers established under Germany's Fusion 2040 program and the High-Tech Agenda, aiming to promote the coordinated development of fusion research, industry, and infrastructure. According to the arrangement, Focused Energy will play a core role in the construction of the center. The project is located at the site of the former Biblis nuclear power plant in Hesse, where Focused Energy plans to build a laser fusion industrialization park and promote the construction of what it claims will be the world's first commercial laser fusion power plant. Germany's...

2026-07-30

The 7th National Nuclear Regulatory Conference of Vietnam Convened: Improving the Legal Framework to Serve the National Nuclear Program and Sustainable Development

The 7th National Nuclear Regulatory Conference of Vietnam was held in Quang Ninh Province, with the theme of national management of radiation and nuclear safety serving socio-economic development. The conference brought together leaders from the government, ministries, and industry sectors, local officials, as well as over 400 delegates and experts from international organizations including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This conference aimed to comprehensively assess the achievements of national governance in the field of radiation and nuclear safety over the past period, unify directions, clarify tasks, and formulate key solutions for development from 2026 to 2035. The conference took place at an important time when Vietnam's nuclear program is being restarted, supporting the peaceful use of atomic energy, ensuring radiation and nuclear safety, and strengthening national scientific and technological capabilities...

2026-07-30

Russian flaw detection robots to be deployed for the first time at Egypt's El Dabaa NPP

Engineers from Russia's Ural Atomenergo and the Atomic Energy Non-Destructive Testing Center (NDTC) have developed an automated metal non-destructive testing system, which includes specialized inspection devices for reactor pressure vessel equipment. The system will be sent to Egypt's El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant for related equipment inspection. This is also the first deployment of such a standardized system at a nuclear power project outside Russia. The system consists of multiple robotic arms and a magnetic wheeled robot, capable of delivering ultrasonic flaw detection sensors and measuring devices to positions that are difficult for humans to access. The developer stated that the main goal of the system is to replace manual operations in high-radiation areas, reducing the risk of personnel entering hazardous zones for inspection tasks.

2026-07-30

Terrestrial Energy Signs Engineering Services Agreement with Zachry Group to Advance IMSR Plant Development in Texas

Advanced nuclear energy developer Terrestrial Energy Inc. announced on July 28 that it has signed an engineering services agreement with Zachry Group, a North American provider of engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround, and manufacturing services. Under the agreement, Zachry Group will support Terrestrial Energy in advancing work related to the Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) plant at the Texas A&M University RELLIS campus (Texas A&M-RELLIS). The agreement covers nuclear engineering services for civil structures, mechanical and electrical systems, to support the project's design, development, and licensing activities. Both parties stated that this collaboration...

2026-07-30

Fuel unloading completed for Unit 3 of Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant

On July 30, Unit 3 of the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant completed the unloading of reactor fuel assemblies, and the planned refueling outage has now entered its next phase. During this outage, the plant will replace part of the nuclear fuel and carry out hundreds of inspections, tests, and maintenance activities to enhance nuclear safety levels and ensure the long-term stable operation of the unit. In this outage, although the actual number of fuel assemblies to be replaced accounts for about one-fifth of the total, operators must first remove all fuel assemblies from the entire core and transfer them to the spent fuel pool. Subsequently, the reactor water level will be lowered to create conditions for maintenance of core cooling system components and inspection of some primary circuit equipment...

2026-07-30

Kazakhstan and France Discuss Cooperation in Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy

On July 28-29, the bilateral committee meeting between Kazakhstan and France on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy was held at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. The meeting was convened in accordance with the bilateral agreement on cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, focusing on reviewing progress in scientific, technological, and industrial cooperation, and discussing the direction of the next phase of collaboration. The Kazakh delegation was led by Almasadam Satkaliyev, Director of the Atomic Energy Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the visit, the delegation met with Jean-Noël Barrot, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Nicolas Forissier, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness...

2026-07-30

Annual outage maintenance of Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant begins on August 2

Fortum, the Finnish state-owned energy company, announced that the annual outage maintenance of the Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant will commence on August 2, starting with Unit 2 and then transitioning to Unit 1. The maintenance is scheduled to continue until October 18. During this period, the two units will be taken offline for maintenance in rotation, with the other unit remaining in operation. As planned, Unit 2 will undergo a major annual overhaul conducted every eight years. During the maintenance, staff will unload the reactor fuel, inspect and pressure test the reactor pressure vessel, replace approximately one-quarter of the fuel, and complete a series of equipment maintenance and servicing tasks. Unit 1 will undergo a shorter routine annual maintenance, primarily involving fuel replacement and related maintenance work.

2026-07-30

Heavy water leak at Wolseong Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in South Korea found to be far larger than initially reported

The actual scale of the heavy water leak that occurred at Wolseong Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, in September last year, is reported to be far larger than the initially disclosed figure. The Gyeongju Environmental Movement Alliance disclosed on the 30th that a detailed internal report obtained from Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) shows the total amount of heavy water leaked was 1,311.15 kg, approximately five times the initially reported 256 kg, of which 5.14 kg was recorded as having leaked outdoors. After the incident, Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) had reported a heavy water leak of 256 kg and stated that no external leakage occurred. The detailed report now made public reveals...

2026-07-30

Tokamak Energy's ST40 device new gyrotron completes site acceptance test

Tokamak Energy disclosed on July 29 that the new gyrotron planned for its high-field spherical tokamak device ST40 has completed site acceptance testing. The equipment, which will serve as the core component of the radio frequency heating system, has undergone key performance verification before installation on ST40. During this test, the gyrotron achieved stable 1 MW power operation at both 104 GHz and 137 GHz frequencies, with pulse lengths up to 2 seconds. The test content included repeatability, modulation capability, power control, and mode purity, and the results demonstrated that the equipment can meet the requirements for sustained performance output in relevant fusion experiments. The gyrotron was built by Kyoto Fusioneering...

2026-07-30

Installation of Spacer Dampers Begins on Offshore Section of Haiyang Xin'an Nuclear Power Transmission UHV Project

On July 28, the installation of spacer dampers was fully initiated on the offshore section of the 1000 kV Haiyang Xin'an Nuclear Power Transmission UHV Project, marking the final critical phase of the world's first UHV project dedicated to nuclear power transmission. This project is China's first UHV project involving offshore construction. It starts from Xin'an Town, Haiyang City, Yantai, and ends at Tuanwang Town, Laiyang City, Yantai, with a total length of 80.36 km. It is constructed with double-circuit lines and a total of 161 towers. The project commenced in June 2025 and is scheduled for completion and commissioning in October 2026. Prior to this, the Yanwei UHV Project had successfully achieved loop closure, connecting the nation's first provincial-level UHV double-ring network in Shandong. The Haiyang Xin'an Nuclear Power Transmission Project is a key node of this double-ring network...

2026-07-30