AP1000

Westinghouse and Fortum Sign MOUs to Evaluate AP1000® Reactors and AP300™ Small Modular Reactors in Finland and Sweden

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230607005356/en/
    “At Fortum, our strategic priorities are to deliver reliable clean energy and drive decarbonization in industries in the Nordics.
  • We are excited to extend our cooperation and explore the potential and prerequisites for new nuclear in Finland and Sweden with Westinghouse Electric Company,” said Petra Lundstrom, Executive Vice President, Nuclear Generation at Fortum.
  • Four AP1000 reactors are currently setting operational performance and availability records in China with six additional reactors under construction there.
  • Over 135 years of innovation makes Westinghouse the preferred partner for advanced technologies covering the complete nuclear energy life cycle.

Westinghouse and Bechtel Solidify Project Team for AP1000® Nuclear Power Program in Poland

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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That goal is to use the world’s best technology to help Poland build a nuclear power plant which will provide safe, affordable and clean power for generations to come,” said Mark Brzezinski, United States Ambassador to Poland.

Key Points: 
  • That goal is to use the world’s best technology to help Poland build a nuclear power plant which will provide safe, affordable and clean power for generations to come,” said Mark Brzezinski, United States Ambassador to Poland.
  • “An American consortium of highly experienced companies in the nuclear industry is being formed today in front of us, with the goal of designing and building the first nuclear power plant in Poland.
  • Significant licensing and engineering work is already underway on the project that will deliver reliable, clean and safe power to Poland.
  • Westinghouse Electric Company is shaping the future of carbon-free energy by providing safe, innovative nuclear and other clean power technologies and services globally.

Westinghouse Submits AP300™ SMR Regulatory Engagement Plan to Nuclear Regulatory Commission

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company announced today the submission of its pre-application Regulatory Engagement Plan with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for the game-changing AP300™ small modular reactor (SMR).

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company announced today the submission of its pre-application Regulatory Engagement Plan with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for the game-changing AP300™ small modular reactor (SMR).
  • The AP300 SMR is based on the proven, licensed Westinghouse AP1000® reactor, the only Gen III+ advanced nuclear technology operating in the world.
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    The engagement plan outlines the pre-application activities Westinghouse will have with NRC staff to support the AP300 SMR licensing.
  • Westinghouse does this through cutting-edge designs and innovation based on 70 years of experience developing and deploying nuclear energy technology.

Westinghouse Congratulates Plant Vogtle Team for Completing Hot Functional Testing at Unit 4

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company today congratulates Southern Nuclear Company, Georgia Power and other project partners for completing hot functional testing at Plant Vogtle Unit 4.

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company today congratulates Southern Nuclear Company, Georgia Power and other project partners for completing hot functional testing at Plant Vogtle Unit 4.
  • The testing was completed in significantly less time than it took for Unit 3, demonstrating the benefits of the AP1000® reactor’s Nth-of-a-kind status.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230502006188/en/
    Plant Vogtle Unit 4, seen here in a photo courtesy of Georgia Power, completed hot functional testing this week.
  • Over 135 years of innovation makes Westinghouse the preferred partner for advanced technologies covering the complete nuclear energy life cycle.

Westinghouse Unveils Game-Changing AP300™ Small Modular Reactor for Mid-Sized Nuclear Technology

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company today launched its newest nuclear technology, the AP300™ small modular reactor (SMR), a 300-MWe single-loop pressurized water reactor.

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company today launched its newest nuclear technology, the AP300™ small modular reactor (SMR), a 300-MWe single-loop pressurized water reactor.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230504005448/en/
    The AP300™ Small Modular Reactor from Westinghouse is the only SMR truly based on an Nth-of-a-kind operating plant, the AP1000 reactor.
  • “The AP300 is the only small modular reactor offering available that is based on deployed, operating and advanced reactor technology,” said Patrick Fragman, President and CEO of Westinghouse.
  • Westinghouse does this through cutting-edge designs and innovation based on 70 years of experience developing and deploying nuclear energy technology.

Westinghouse Celebrates Milestone Achievement for China’s Sanmen Nuclear Plant

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates CNNC Sanmen Nuclear Power Company Limited and their partners for the pouring of first nuclear concrete for Sanmen Unit 4.

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates CNNC Sanmen Nuclear Power Company Limited and their partners for the pouring of first nuclear concrete for Sanmen Unit 4.
  • This significant milestone will further demonstrate the economic and schedule benefits of utilizing AP1000® technology through its Nth-of-a-kind deployment and modular construction.
  • Westinghouse Electric Company is shaping the future of carbon-free energy by providing safe, innovative nuclear and other clean power technologies and services globally.
  • Over 135 years of innovation makes Westinghouse the preferred partner for advanced technologies covering the complete nuclear energy life cycle.

Westinghouse, Bechtel Host Polish Suppliers for AP1000® Reactor Deployment

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel hosted a two-day symposium in Warsaw to highlight AP1000® reactor supplier opportunities for Poland’s new nuclear energy program.

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel hosted a two-day symposium in Warsaw to highlight AP1000® reactor supplier opportunities for Poland’s new nuclear energy program.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230404005825/en/
    250 industry representatives attended the two-day supplier event in Warsaw to learn more about opportunities to support deployment of Westinghouse AP1000 reactors.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The AP1000® reactor program will drive significant opportunities for Polish industry to help launch a new era of clean and secure energy for the nation.
  • Poland’s Vice Minister of Climate Adam Guibourgé-Czetwertyński offered opening remarks, along with Daniel Lawton, Deputy Chief of Mission from the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw.

Westinghouse Celebrates First Criticality at Vogtle Unit 3 with Southern Nuclear, Georgia Power and Other Partners

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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Westinghouse Electric Company today celebrates an important milestone for Southern Nuclear, Georgia Power, and other project partners as Plant Vogtle 3 achieved the initial criticality of self-sustaining nuclear fission.

Key Points: 
  • Westinghouse Electric Company today celebrates an important milestone for Southern Nuclear, Georgia Power, and other project partners as Plant Vogtle 3 achieved the initial criticality of self-sustaining nuclear fission.
  • Plant Vogtle, located near Waynesboro, GA, is the site of the first two AP1000® reactors to be built in the U.S.
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    “We are honored to share this incredible moment with Southern Nuclear, Georgia Power and the project’s co-owners, and with the entire team at Vogtle,” said Patrick Fragman, Westinghouse President and CEO.
  • Westinghouse Electric Company is shaping the future of carbon-free energy by providing safe, innovative nuclear and other clean power technologies and services globally.

Bechtel, Westinghouse Hold Forum for Czech Republic Suppliers

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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"The time is now to begin engagement with potential suppliers in the Czech Republic and we look forward to building lasting partnerships."

Key Points: 
  • "The time is now to begin engagement with potential suppliers in the Czech Republic and we look forward to building lasting partnerships."
  • Welcoming the supplier representatives Ambassador Sabet said: "Westinghouse and Bechtel have assured me they are committed to the Czech Republic.
  • "Czech industry has a vital role to play in the deployment of nuclear technology here," said Petr Brzezina, Westinghouse President for the Czech Republic.
  • "I would like to thank the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Czech Republic, Czech Power Industry Association and TUV Nord for their partnership on this Symposium, emphasizing the importance of this project for the future of Czech suppliers."

Westinghouse Signs MOU with Bulgaria’s Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild for AP1000® Technology Deployment

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Friday, March 3, 2023
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The agreement establishes a joint working group between the two parties to initiate planning for potential deployment of one or more AP1000® reactors, a Generation III+ nuclear technology.

Key Points: 
  • The agreement establishes a joint working group between the two parties to initiate planning for potential deployment of one or more AP1000® reactors, a Generation III+ nuclear technology.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230301006144/en/
    (L to R) Georgy Kirkov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kozloduy NPP-Newbuild, and Elias Gedeon, Senior Vice President for Westinghouse Energy Systems, complete signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Westinghouse AP1000® technology.
  • Westinghouse signed a 10-year agreement in December 2022 to supply nuclear fuel to one of the units starting in 2024.
  • Over 135 years of innovation makes Westinghouse the preferred partner for advanced technologies covering the complete nuclear energy life cycle.