AREVA and CNNC continue negotiations over fuel reprocessing technology transfer

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Nanthakumar Victor Emmanuel, P.Eng Leave a comment

AREVA said that work continues with China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) related to the pursuit of the used fuel treatment and recycling facility project.

“The industrial negotiations for this project are advancing. The technical discussions to define the distribution of tasks and responsibilities are being finalized in line with the initial schedule. The negotiations will be entering the commercial phase. Furthermore, both companies plan to expand their cooperation in the fields of operational support and maintenance of the future facility as well as the used fuel logistical chain which is expecting strong growth in China over the coming years,” an AREVA statement said.