ENEC signs MoU with General Atomics to leverage advanced tech in nuclear energy

ENEC signs MoU with General Atomics to leverage advanced tech in nuclear energy

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with General Atomics (GA), a leading US advanced technology solutions company, to collaborate on using advanced technologies and materials for nuclear energy supply. They will also cooperate on prospects that utilize ENEC’s experience in developing new nuclear builds and investments in GA’s’ […]The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with General Atomics (GA), a leading US advanced technology solutions company, to collaborate on using advanced technologies and materials for nuclear energy supply.

They will also cooperate on prospects that utilize ENEC’s experience in developing new nuclear builds and investments in GA’s’ advanced non-light water reactors, material production and 3D manufacturing capabilities. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of CERAWeek in Houston, USA.

As part of the MoU, ENEC and GA Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) will explore collaboration opportunities covering several projects, including opportunities to utilize GA-EMS’ SiGA cladding for nuclear reactor applications and Fast Modular Nuclear Reactor designs. Silicon carbide cladding will improve the safety and affordability of existing light water reactors and minimize outage time.

This innovative material will be utilized for the US Department of Energy-funded Fast Modular Reactor (FMR) design and