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International forum shines spotlight on export controls
International forum shines spotlight on export controls
International experts are meeting in Abu Dhabi to discuss global nuclear non-proliferation and export controls at a four-day workshop hosted by the UAE's nuclear regulator. Meanwhile, China General Nuclear has described a change to US policy on exports to China as inappropriate.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 15 October 2018
USA announces China export policy
USA announces China export policy
The US Department of 抖阴传媒在线 has established a new policy framework on civil nuclear cooperation with China, following a government policy review led by the US National Security Council. The policy covers exports of technology, equipment and components, and material to China.
Nuclear Policies · Friday, 12 October 2018
HTR-PM steam generator passes pressure tests
HTR-PM steam generator passes pressure tests
The first steam generator for China's demonstration high-temperature gas-cooled reactor plant (HTR-PM) has completed air pressure tests, confirming its integrity, China National Nuclear Corporation has announced.
New Nuclear · Tuesday, 2 October 2018
First criticality for Tianwan unit 4
First criticality for Tianwan unit 4
Unit 4 of the Tianwan nuclear power plant in China's Jiangsu province moved closer to commissioning by achieving a sustained chain reaction for the first time. The VVER-1000 is to begin generating power by year-end.
New Nuclear · Monday, 1 October 2018
Dome installed at Karachi unit 3
Dome installed at Karachi unit 3
The dome of Karachi unit 3 in Pakistan has been lifted into place, marking the transition from civil construction to equipment installation at the Hualong One unit.
New Nuclear · Monday, 1 October 2018
Draft law supports Chinese nuclear exports
Draft law supports Chinese nuclear exports
A draft atomic energy law that encourages companies to participate in the development of international markets and promote the export of nuclear power, fuel and technology has been opened for public comment by China's Ministry of Justice.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 24 September 2018
First AP1000 reactor enters commercial operation
First AP1000 reactor enters commercial operation
Unit 1 of the Sanmen nuclear power plant in China's Zhejiang province has completed 168 hours of full-power continuous operation. The AP1000 reactor is now deemed to be in commercial operation.
New Nuclear · Friday, 21 September 2018
Challenging the nuclear finance status quo
Challenging the nuclear finance status quo
Financial challenges facing nuclear energy need to be tackled by disrupting the status quo to help drive down costs, delegates heard at the recent 抖阴传媒在线 Nuclear Association 2018 Symposium in London.
Corporate · Monday, 17 September 2018
Hualong One simulator ready for operator training
Hualong One simulator ready for operator training
The first full-scope simulator for the Chinese-developed Hualong One reactor has been delivered to the Fuqing nuclear power plant, China National Nuclear Corporation announced on 14 September.
New Nuclear · Monday, 17 September 2018
CNNC completes design of district heating reactor
CNNC completes design of district heating reactor
The preliminary design of the Yanlong pool-type low-temperature reactor for district heating has been completed, China National Nuclear Corporation announced yesterday.
New Nuclear · Friday, 7 September 2018
Innovation is key to industry's resilience, says Westinghouse
Innovation is key to industry's resilience, says Westinghouse
Westinghouse Electric Company is starting the next phase in its long history with one key message: The nuclear industry, which has always provided safe, clean and reliable energy, needs innovation now more than ever before.
Corporate · Friday, 7 September 2018
Vessel installed at second Pakistani Hualong One
Vessel installed at second Pakistani Hualong One
The pressure vessel for the Chinese-designed Hualong One reactor under construction as unit 3 of Pakistan's Karachi nuclear power plant has been hoisted into place.
New Nuclear · Thursday, 6 September 2018
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