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UAE Explores Nuclear Expansion Tender and Small Modular Reactors for Industrial Power
The UAE is evaluating a commercial tender that could double its nuclear reactor fleet while exploring small modular reactors for data centres, ports, and hydrogen production, according to an analysis by law firm Stephenson Harwood reported by Utilities Middle East. The expansion builds upon the fully operational 5.6 GW Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant to support projected power market growth from 54.15 GW to 68.08 GW. Advanced reactor initiatives include partnerships on GE Vernova Hitachi's BWRX-300 SMR and NANO Nuclear Energy's KRONOS micro-modular reactor.
