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NESCC establishes task group

2 September 2010

A recent meeting of the Nuclear Energy Standards Coordination Collaborative (NESCC) has resulted in the establishment of a new task group on polymeric piping, which is now seeking members. Forty-one stakeholders gathered in person and through teleconference to address areas of interest for the NESCC and its constituents. Read more...

Cambodia to build its first nuclear plant

1 September 2010

To address chronic power shortages that are becoming a serious problem for both general and industrial purposes, the Cambodian government has started looking at building its first nuclear plant. The country will work with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations on safety procedures in plant operations, maintenance and waste disposal. Read more...

Zion Nuclear Power Station transferred to ZionSolu

31 August 2010

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has finalized the transfer of the possession license for the Zion Nuclear Power Station from Exelon Generating Co. LLC to ZionSolutions LLC. The license transfer is effective as of 2 September 2010. Read more...

Cammell Laird and Nuvia partnership

30 August 2010

Cammell Laird has recently signed to partner with Nuvia for nuclear construction work. The companies said they would "join forces to bid for contracts for the fabrication of heavy modules and components for new nuclear plants." While Cammell Laird will bring manufacturing capability, Nuvia will provide the nuclear expertise. Read more...

AECL appoints Senior VP

27 August 2010

Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd (AECL) has announced the appointment of Dr Robert Walker as Senior VP responsible for AECL's Nuclear Laboratories. The appointment is effective 15 November 2010.  Dr Walker's primary responsibility will be leading AECL's research and development (R&D) efforts in physics, metallurgy, chemistry, biology and engineering. Read more...

Egypt to build first nuke power plant

26 August 2010

Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak is preparing to announce plans to construct the country's first nuclear power plant. President Mubarak is likely to name Dabaa as the site for the country's first nuclear power plant. Read more...

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