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New Slovak reactor reaches full power

New Slovak reactor reaches full power

The power output of unit 3 at the Mochovce nuclear power plant in Slovakia has been increased from 90% to 100% as energy start-up tests continue, Slovenské elektrárne announced.

New Nuclear 26 September 2023

US furthers overseas support for coal-to-SMR projects

US furthers overseas support for coal-to-SMR projects

Proposals from the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia have been selected to receive US support for coal-to-small modular reactor feasibility studies under Project Phoenix. The USA is also to set up a 'one-stop shop' to support countries in Europe and Eurasia that are approaching SMR deployment decisions.

New Nuclear 08 September 2023

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EDF and JAVYS sign cooperation agreement

EDF and JAVYS sign cooperation agreement

EDF and JAVYS have signed a framework cooperation agreement covering new nuclear in Slovakia, including both large nuclear power plants and small modular reactors.

New Nuclear 31 August 2023

Slovenské elektrárne and Westinghouse fuel supply agreement

Slovenské elektrárne and Westinghouse fuel supply agreement

A long-term agreement with Westinghouse for the licensing and supply of VVER-440 fuel assemblies has been signed as part of Slovenské elektrárne's efforts to diversify its supplies for power plants in Slovakia.

Uranium & Fuel 25 August 2023

Mochovce 3 reaches 90% power output

Mochovce 3 reaches 90% power output

The power output of unit 3 at the Mochovce nuclear power plant in Slovakia has been increased from 75% to 90% as energy start-up tests continue, Slovenské elektrárne announced. The VVER-440 is expected to enter commercial operation in the coming months.

New Nuclear 14 August 2023

Slovakia's JAVYS signs AP1000 and AP300 MoUs

Slovakia's JAVYS signs AP1000 and AP300 MoUs

Westinghouse Electric Company has signed memorandums of understanding with Slovakia's JAVYS on the potential deployment of its AP1000 reactors and AP300 small modular reactors in the country.

New Nuclear 17 July 2023

Mochovce 3 power increased to 75%

Mochovce 3 power increased to 75%

Slovenské elektrárne says that the energy start-up stage of Mochovce 3 has seen its power level increased to 75% - with the final trial run at 100% power for six days and nights now expected to take place between September and October.

New Nuclear 17 July 2023

Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding

Slovakia submits bid for SMR feasibility study funding

The Ministry of Economy and Slovenské elektrárne have signed a memorandum of cooperation with a range of partners in the energy field to support the development of small modular reactors in Slovakia, including applying for funding from the USA's Project Phoenix.

New Nuclear 13 June 2023

Framatome and Slovenské elektrárne to cooperate on new VVER fuel

Framatome and Slovenské elektrárne to cooperate on new VVER fuel

France's Framatome and Slovakia's Slovenské elektrárne have signed a memorandum of understanding on further developing their long-term relations, and will also work together on the development of a "100% European" nuclear fuel for VVER-440 pressurised water reactors.

Uranium & Fuel 01 June 2023

Mochovce 3 output increased to 55%

Mochovce 3 output increased to 55%

Slovenské elektrárne says that Mochovce 3's energy start-up has now seen its output increased to 55% - with the final trial run at 100% power for six days and nights expected to take place in May and June.

New Nuclear 31 March 2023