Egypt explores floating nuclear reactor technology with Russia
Cairo is in talks with Rosatom about deploying small modular reactors, according to the Russian state nuclear corporation.
At a glance
- Egypt is in talks with Rosatom about floating and small modular nuclear reactors
- Discussions centre on potential deployment and localisation of the technology
- Rosatom confirmed active collaboration discussions between Moscow and Cairo
Egypt is considering entry into the floating nuclear power sector through discussions with Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom. The talks focus on potential deployment and localisation of floating and small modular nuclear reactors.
Rosatom's chief executive confirmed that Moscow and Cairo are actively exploring collaboration opportunities on the technology.
Why it matters
Egypt's energy sector faces growing demand, and nuclear technology could diversify its power generation capacity alongside existing hydroelectric and fossil fuel sources.
Original reporting
- Egypt IndependentWill Egypt enter the floating nuclear power sector?
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