Westinghouse plans to supply AP1000 reactors to Bulgaria

Westinghouse has signed a memorandum of understanding for the construction of a new nuclear unit at Bulgaria’s Kozloduy power plant. The memorandum aims to assess regulatory conditions and prepare for the construction of one or more AP1000 reactors in the country. Bulgaria’s energy strategy envisages clean energy sources and, among other things, four new nuclear reactors.

The US company Westinghouse announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding with Bulgarian company Kozloduy-NPP Newbuild. The companies agreed to establish a new working group that will begin planning for the potential construction of one or more AP1000 reactors in Bulgaria. The group will also assess regulatory, licensing and design requirements to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

“Westinghouse values this partnership and is eager to support Bulgaria’s clean energy future. This collaboration agreement will set us on course to deliver economic and environmental benefits for the Bulgarian people while strengthening the country’s energy security,” said David Durham, president of Westinghouse Energy Systems.