NUWARD

Together with EDF, NUWARD stands fully committed in its intent to market a Generation 3 SMR product to meet the growing demand of electric utilities and energy-intensive industries, in Europe and beyond. 💡 Considering the evolving #SMR market dynamics and the learnings drawn from the development of NUWARD SMR since 2019, the EDF Group has proactively decided to pivot its SMR product strategy and to embark on a new chapter.   🧱 To address the needs expressed by the market timely and competitively, EDF and NUWARD shift the SMR product strategy towards the development of a design based on proven technology bricks only. This orientation will provide better conditions for success by facilitating technical feasibility and reducing risks.   🚀 NUWARD is now preparing the conditions for a product development leveraging the extensive technical, industrial and commercial experience cumulated so far, with the goal to offer a competitive solution fit for the European market and beyond.   -- Aux côtés d'EDF, NUWARD est pleinement mobilisé pour offrir un SMR de génération 3, afin d’accompagner la transition énergétique et les besoins des industriels, en Europe et au-delà. 💡 Compte-tenu des enseignements tirés grâce au développement et aux travaux d’ingénierie menés par NUWARD, et grâce aux échanges avec les acteurs du marché, le groupe EDF a décidé de faire évoluer le design de son SMR. 🧱 Cette orientation consiste à développer un design construit à partir de briques technologiques éprouvées exclusivement. Elle offrira de meilleures conditions de réussite en facilitant la faisabilité technique. 🚀 Ce produit capitalisera sur les enseignements techniques, industriels et commerciaux accumulés par NUWARD jusque-là et s’appuiera sur l’expérience d’EDF dans le nucléaire et la technologie REP.

NUWARD participated to the roundtable discussing the role of technological neutrality, including new nuclear power, in Italy’s journey towards decarbonization, energy security, and competitiveness. This insightful event was part of the Italy-France Forum 2024, organized by IREFI at Edison’s headquarters in Rome. 🌐 The significance of nuclear power was underscored during COP28, where 22 countries pledged to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050 📈 to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions. ✅ Europe has recognized nuclear energy as a key low-carbon source, fostering investments and advancements in this sector, particularly in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). A strategic report by TEHA Group, in collaboration with Edison and Ansaldo Nucleare, mentions that nuclear power currently contributes 22% of the EU’s electricity generation. Looking ahead, Italy’s electricty consumption is projected to reach 520 TWh by 2050 📈, almost two times today’s consumption, with data centers alone expected to demand 3.8 TWh. The Italian government plans to restart Italy’s nuclear energy programme by introducing legislation to support investment in small modular reactors to achieve Net Zero by 2050 🌍. "The development of new nuclear power at the European level could unlock a potential market of over €20 billion for Italian companies. If Italy were to implement a new nuclear development program, it could unlock an additional potential market estimated at around €25 billion for Italian companies by 2050. And enabling approximately 39,000 direct jobs and over 78,000 new indirect and induced jobs." (TEHA Group, Edison and Ansaldo Nucleare's strategic report). In March 2023, EDF, Edison, Ansaldo Energia and Ansaldo Nucleare signed a Letter of Intent to advance nuclear power development in Europe, specifically in the field of SMRs. This initiative was followed in July 2024 by a Memorandum of Understanding signed by EDF, Edison, Ansaldo Energia, Ansaldo Nucleare and Federacciai, aimed at enhancing the growth of Italian nuclear energy, particularly through the NUWARD's SMR, to support the decarbonzation of the Italian steel industry. Together, we can harness the power of nuclear energy to build a sustainable future for Italy and beyond! 🇮🇹 IREFI - Institut pour les Relations Economiques France-Italie Edison Renaud Crassous Sandro Baldi Framatome The European House-Ambrosetti

On October the 30th, 2024, I had the privilege of presenting the NUWARD project to the Technical Working Group Supply Chain within the European Industrial Alliance for SMR. NUWARD is developing a Gen-III Small Modular Reactor (SMR) to meet the growing demand of electric utilities and energy-intensive industries. This development will be based on proven technologies only and is leveraging NUWARD extensive technical, industrial, and commercial experience, with Framatome as a strategic partner. Firmly rooted in Europe, NUWARD is committed to collaborating with the European supply chain early in the design process. We are enthusiastic about starting our collaboration with the members of the Technical Working Group Supply Chain, which represent a unique reservoir of skills and experience, to foster the development of a competitive European SMR. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the SMR Industrial Alliance for hosting this plenary session.  

A look back at the International Conference on Small Modular Reactors and their applications   🌐 For the first time, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) organised a conference dedicated to SMRs. Over 1,200 participants from 100 countries gathered in Vienna, Austria, including potential users and operators, regulatory bodies, relevant industries and technology holders, government officials, technical and legal experts working in all areas of SMRs and nuclear power programmes.   🎙 During the opening session, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi emphasised the critical role of SMRs: “Small Modular Reactors are both what the market needs and what the planet needs. SMRs are the most promising, the most exciting and the most necessary of all technologies, and they are becoming a reality. The global deployment of SMRs will need a degree of regulatory convergence.” 🎙 Xavier Ursat, EDF’s EVP strategy, technologies, innovation & development highlighted the importance of nuclear energy in global decarbonization and the necessity of relying on SMRs: “Deploying an SMR fleet will require developing the supply chain”. He also discussed the challenges of harmonisation and international cooperation and highlighted the Joint Early Review led by six European Safety Authorities on the NUWARD SMR design.  🚀 Over the five days (October 21-25, 2024), plenary and technical sessions brought together experts to assess progress and discuss opportunities, challenges, and enabling conditions for accelerated development. NUWARD members were particularly active in presenting our progress on various topics: ▶ 22/10: Karel Deknopper discussed international cooperation, harmonisation and standardisation issues related to SMRs and NUWARD. ▶ 22/10: Pierre-Marie Alliard presented the profitable impact of "Steel-Concrete" modules to reduce costs from the shorter construction duration ▶ 24/10: Julien NIEPCERON shared updates on the development of steel concrete structures for SMRs. ▶ 24/10: Cédric Terrier spoke at the poster session on non-electric applications for SMR, discussing potential uses such as district heating, hydrogene production, desalination, production of synthetic fuels. This interactive event brought together a diverse group of participants and speakers, providing a platetform to share contributions and expectations for these new energy systems powered by SMRs. These discussions were insightful and will significantly contribute to our design progress. Photo credits: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

A look back at the International Conference on Small Modular Reactors and their applications   🌐 For the first time, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) organised a conference dedicated to SMRs. Over 1,200 participants from 100 countries gathered in Vienna, Austria, including potential users and operators, regulatory bodies, relevant industries and technology holders, government officials, technical and legal experts working in all areas of SMRs and nuclear power programmes.   🎙 During the opening session, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi emphasised the critical role of SMRs: “Small Modular Reactors are both what the market needs and what the planet needs. SMRs are the most promising, the most exciting and the most necessary of all technologies, and they are becoming a reality. The global deployment of SMRs will need a degree of regulatory convergence.” 🎙 Xavier Ursat, EDF’s EVP strategy, technologies, innovation & development highlighted the importance of nuclear energy in global decarbonization and the necessity of relying on SMRs: “Deploying an SMR fleet will require developing the supply chain”. He also discussed the challenges of harmonisation and international cooperation and highlighted the Joint Early Review led by six European Safety Authorities on the NUWARD SMR design.  🚀 Over the five days (October 21-25, 2024), plenary and technical sessions brought together experts to assess progress and discuss opportunities, challenges, and enabling conditions for accelerated development. NUWARD members were particularly active in presenting our progress on various topics: ▶ 22/10: Karel Deknopper discussed international cooperation, harmonisation and standardisation issues related to SMRs and NUWARD. ▶ 22/10: Pierre-Marie Alliard presented the profitable impact of "Steel-Concrete" modules to reduce costs from the shorter construction duration ▶ 24/10: Julien NIEPCERON shared updates on the development of steel concrete structures for SMRs. ▶ 24/10: Cédric Terrier spoke at the poster session on non-electric applications for SMR, discussing potential uses such as district heating, hydrogene production, desalination, production of synthetic fuels. This interactive event brought together a diverse group of participants and speakers, providing a platetform to share contributions and expectations for these new energy systems powered by SMRs. These discussions were insightful and will significantly contribute to our design progress. Photo credits: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

📢 NUWARD on stage at the IAEA International Conference on Small Modular Reactors and their Applications.   NUWARD is pleased to announce its participation in the first International Conference on Small Modular Reactors and their Applications, organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The conference will be held from October 21st to 25th in Vienna, Austria. 🇦🇹   🎙 Xavier Ursat, EDF’s EVP strategy, technologies, innovation & development will be participating in the opening session with the IAEA’s Director General, Rafael Mariano Grossi, on October 21.   Subsequently, key topics will be addressed: design and technology development of SMRs, cooperation for harmonization and standardization, safety, security, analysis and impact of technology development on the cost of SMRs, SMRs in energy planning for climate change mitigation…   We invite you to join us at the following technical sessions: ▶ 22/10 at 10:45 AM: “Cooperation for Harmonization and Standardization” ▶ 22/10 at 4:00 PM: “Economic and macroeconomic analysis and impact of technology development on the cost of SMRs” ▶ 24/10 at 10:45 AM: “Engineering, codes & standards, supply chain, operation and maintenance of SMRs” ▶ 24/10 from 10:15 AM for the poster session on “Non-electric applications for SMR”, featuring NUWARD’s presentation on cogeneration services   For further details about the program, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eqvr5YPS

Corinne Olivier, Directrice du design et du licensing de NUWARD participera le 29 octobre aux rencontres nationales Meet’Ingé organisées par Syntec-Ingénierie à Lyon. Elle prendra la parole lors de la table ronde « Ecosystèmes innovants : quelles synergies entre ingénieries et start-up ? ». 📆 Pour en apprendre davantage sur NUWARD et nos enjeux, rendez-vous le mardi 29 octobre au Centre des congrès de Lyon.

✅ NUWARD has been selected by the European Industrial Alliance on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in the first batch of projects and invited to form a Project Working Group.   🇪🇺 The European Industrial Alliance on SMRs was created by the European Commission in February 2024 with the objective of supporting and accelerating the development, demonstration and deployment of the first #SMR and Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) projects in Europe. Nine SMR projects have been selected for technical and logistical support by the Industrial Alliance, based on three main criteria: ▶ the added value the project could bring to the European economy ▶ the support it receives from European stakeholder ▶ the compliance with the EU legislative framework and Net-Zero objectives.    NUWARD is honoured and thankful to be part of the nine projects selected to form a Project Working Group! 🤝 This alliance brings together several hundred companies committed to collaboration in the SMR sector. Our plan is to gather in this Project Working Group key players from the European supply chain, engineering companies, utilities, and potential industrial off-takers to join forces with the objectives of fueling the design and accelerating actions towards concrete projects in Europe. SNETP nucleareurope

Framatome, the leading Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) manufacturer and equipment supplier for 60 years, is supporting NUWARD in developing a Small Modular Reactor to meet the demand of utilities and energy-intensive industries. Thank you to the Framatome teams in Burgundy for your warm welcome and your commitment!

🌐 A look back at the Annual International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference in Vienna 🇦🇹 Last week, the IAEA General Conference brought together industry leaders and innovators. A highlight was the side event organized by EURATOM on September 17, 2024, focusing on “The European Industrial Alliance on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).” Launched on February 6, 2024, the European Industrial Alliance aims to foster collaboration among stakeholders in #SMR technology. Its goal is to accelerate the development, demonstration, and deployment of SMR power plants across Europe by the early 2030s. To achieve it, several technical working groups have been established, focusing on: 👉 Industrial applications 👉 Financing 👉 Technology and R&D&I  👉 Supply Chain 👉 Nuclear Safety & Safeguards 👉 Fuel Cycle & Waste Management 👉 Public Engagement Vakisasai Ramany, EDF Senior Vice-President for New Nuclear Development and Chairman of the Technical Working Group on Supply Chain of the European Industrial Alliance, participated in the discussions of the side event organized by EURATOM. He addressed key challenges and emerging opportunities for enhancing the European supply chain to support SMR manufacturing and deployment both in Europe and globally over the next decade 🇪🇺 🎙 Vakisasai said “The Supply Chain technical working group will succeed if SMR/AMR developers and suppliers establish clearer mutual expectations.” NUWARD shares this view and is committed to building a strong European supply chain, which is at the heart of its industrial strategy 🤝 🎙 Marco Brugmans from the European Nuclear Safety Regulators Group (ENSREG) emphasized the importance of European collaboration to support common licensing approaches. He cited the NUWARD initiative as an example, highlighting early feedback on our standardised design from 6 European safety authorities (the Joint Early Rreview initiative). 🎯 The Alliance aims to develop technology roadmaps by the end of 2024 and to establish a strategic action plan in the first quarter of 2025. NUWARD is thrilled by the enthusiasm and commitment shown by suppliers, innovators, and industry leaders.