In the UK, Nuclear Engineering International reports South Korea’s Mokpo National University has inaugurated the world’s first Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Ship Research Institute, aiming to become a global leader in SMR ship research and education. The launch ceremony saw attendance from over 100 dignitaries, including key figures from Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), […]
In the UK, the maritime sector’s readiness to adopt nuclear power is advancing, according to the latest Zero Carbon Fuel Monitor (ZCFM) report by the Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub. The report highlights increasing development and consideration of new nuclear technologies for shipping, driven by successful offshore and defense applications. The ZCFM now evaluates five […]
In the UK, Nuclear Engineering International reports start-up Core Power, led by CEO Mikal Bøe, is targeting a $10 billion order book for nuclear-powered vessels by 2030. Initial orders will likely focus on Floating Nuclear Power Plants (FNPPs) due to regulatory advantages, but nuclear-powered ships will follow soon after. Deliveries are expected to begin between […]
