UK Maritime Nuclear Consortium Proposes Plans for Nuclear-Powered Fleet
The UK has launched the Maritime Nuclear Consortium, led by Lloyd's Register, to develop nuclear-powered ships aimed at achieving a net-zero economy. This initiative brings together stakeholders from various sectors to establish international safety standards and seeks to secure a Statement of Design Acceptability for advanced modular reactors, which will allow ships to operate for extended periods without refueling. The consortium aims to enhance the UK's leadership in maritime innovation while creating high-skilled jobs and a robust supply chain in nuclear shipping.
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The UK has formed the Maritime Nuclear Consortium, led by Lloyd's Register, to advance the development of nuclear-powered ships for a net-zero economy. The consortium includes key players from the nuclear, maritime, insurance, and regulatory sectors to establish international standards for safe and commercially viable nuclear vessels.
Next-generation advanced modular reactors (AMRs) will enable ships to operate for years without refueling, eliminating CO₂ emissions. The consortium's first program aims to secure a Statement of Design Acceptability (SODA) for an advanced modular reactor and develop a framework for class certification and safety architecture. The UK seeks to solidify its leadership in maritime innovation amidst global competition, with the potential for creating high-skilled jobs and a robust supply chain in nuclear shipping.
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