Aternium Selects Kiewit for Pre-FEED Study of Hydrogen and Heavy Water Facility in Mid Atlantic

Aternium has selected Kiewit Engineering Group Inc. to conduct the pre-FEED study for its $1 billion hydrogen and heavy water production facility in the Mid Atlantic. The project aims to produce high purity clean hydrogen and heavy water, addressing critical material challenges in the U.S. while promoting local workforce development. Aternium was recently recognized as a top ten startup to watch in 2026 by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Published Mar 20, 2026

Aternium has selected Kiewit Engineering Group Inc. to conduct the pre-FEED study for its initial hydrogen and heavy water production facility, part of a $1 billion project in the Mid Atlantic. This facility will produce high purity clean hydrogen and heavy water, addressing a critical materials challenge in the U.S. and enhancing local workforce development.

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The project aims for operational excellence and cost-competitive supply of deuterium, essential for various industries. Aternium was recognized as a top ten startup to watch in 2026 by the Philadelphia Business Journal.