NPP news. The water chemistry laboratory at the Akkuyu NPP (being built by Rosatom in Türkiye) has been internationally recognized as a “Laboratory of Excellence.” The laboratory successfully passed an independent audit, which marks an important milestone in preparing for the accreditation under the General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories international standard. Akkuyu Nuclear CEO Sergey Butskikh noted: “Water is just as strategically crucial for a nuclear power plant as technology. The independent assessment of measurements at our water chemistry laboratory confirms that we are building a quality control system in line with the best global practices. This is further proof that the safety culture at the Akkuyu NPP is being actively shaped as early as during the preparation for the plant’s commissioning.”

Technology exports. Rosatom took part in the INNOPROM. Saudi Arabia international industrial exhibition was held for the first time in Riyadh. The centerpiece of the exposition was a carbon-free energy cluster combining large and small-scale nuclear power plants. Interactive exhibits attracted particular attention from visitors. Digital panels featured the world’s only floating nuclear power plant in operation (its upgraded versions are offered by Rosatom to its international partners) and non-nuclear products ranging from energy storage systems, digital solutions, and data centers to EV charging, medical, and logistics infrastructure. Rosatom’s booth was visited by Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef, and Assistant Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Abdullah Al-Dubaikhi.

Additive technologies. Ahmed Farghal, Chairman of the Executive Authority for Supervision of Nuclear Projects in Egypt, visited Rosatom’s Center for Additive Technologies in Moscow. During the visit, the Egyptian delegation was shown the full value chain from 3D scanning and reverse engineering to the production of metal and plastic products, as well as the wide product line of 3D printing equipment manufactured there. The Egyptian guests showed particular interest in the capabilities of additive systems for restoring and repairing complex parts for the energy and industrial sectors, which significantly extends the equipment lifecycle. During the negotiations, the parties discussed potential areas of technological partnership. “The development and implementation of additive technologies is a fundamental step for Egypt toward strengthening national technological sovereignty. We hope that Rosatom’s unparalleled experience in creating a full cycle — from equipment development to building industry ecosystems — will become an important benchmark for our joint projects,” Ahmed Farghal pointed out.