Nuclear power plants. Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed the stages of construction for the integrated nuclear power plant in Uzbekistan. “We are progressing at a rapid pace and in full compliance with the schedule. Work is proceeding actively at the site, with excavation for the first small modular reactor unit started as early as October 2025. The key task for this year is to pour concrete for the foundation slab of the nuclear island buildings. Given the importance of adhering to the timeline, we aim to commence concrete bedding work this spring,” Alexey Likhachev said. Additionally, in January, Rosatom and Uzbekistan’s national nuclear agency UzAtom signed a memorandum of understanding on radioactive waste management and nuclear decommissioning. The memorandum provides for the cooperation in scientific research, engineering, and commercial activities.

Technologies of the future. Rosatom will introduce additive manufacturing technologies into Kyrgyzstan’s renewable energy sector. The agreement to this effect was signed in Bishkek. It involves the production of equipment for new and existing hydropower facilities using three-dimensional (3D) printing. “Rosatom possesses extensive competencies covering the end-to-end additive technology value chain, from the mass production of high-tech printers and metal powders to personnel training and maintenance services. We see considerable potential for additive manufacturing in Kyrgyzstan’s energy sector and are ready to share our experience. We have already accumulated expertise in establishing a broad network of additive technology centers, in developing international cooperation in this field, and even in setting up additive production abroad,” said Ilya Kavelashvili, Director for Additive Technologies at Rosatom’s Fuel Division.

Collaboration. Rosatom showcased its leading technological solutions at the India Energy Week. The state corporation presented its large and small nuclear power plant designs, including floating power units, an unparalleled Russian technology for countries with extensive coastlines and developed island territories. Much attention was focused on the cooperation opportunities connected with the MBIR reactor, which, upon commissioning, will become the world’s most powerful research reactor. India was invited to join the international MBIR consortium to participate in multilateral research programs. “India is our strategic partner, and cooperation with this country in developing the nuclear and related industries has been built over many years. We see great potential for deepening cooperation both in large and small nuclear plant construction projects and in non-energy areas, such as nuclear medicine, isotope supplies, joint research initiatives, additive technologies, and digital solutions,” said Egor Kvyatkovsky, CEO of Rosatom International Network.