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#232August 2020
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Royal Cyclotron
In July, Rosatom’s Efremov Research Institute shipped 120 tonnes of equipment for a cyclotron radiochemistry facility in Thailand. It will be used to fabricate medical isotopes and conduct research.
Russia and Norway Join Efforts to Clean Up Arctic
Improving nuclear and radiation safety in Northwest Russia was a key topic at the 23rd meeting of the Joint Norwegian-Russian Commission on Environmental Protection. Representatives of Rosatom reported on the…
Mining Future Belongs to VNIPIpromtechnologii
Next year VNIPIpromtechnologii will celebrate its 70th anniversary. Its name is roughly translated from Russian as the Leading Engineering and Research Institute of Industrial Technology. It used to engineer uranium…
Environmentalists Stand Up for Nuclear
Public organizations and activists from different countries join the ranks of the nuclear energy advocates. Certain anti-nuclear activists even become pro-nuclear activists.
Knowledge is Power
CEO of Akkuyu Nükleer Anastasia Zoteeva revealed the details about the construction of Turkey’s first nuclear power plant. Apart from the construction, Rosatom is running educational programs for Turkish employees.
Strontium Isotopes Tell the Hyksos Story
Egypt’s El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant has become a pilot sustainable development project for Rosatom’s engineering division. The project will focus on sustainable supplies and sustainable communications.
Sheikh’s Dream Rooppur
Kamrul Ahsan, the Bangladeshi Ambassador to Russia, paid a visit to Rosatom’s subsidiaries ZiO-Podolsk and Rusatom Automated Control Systems (RASU) to catch himself up on the progress in the production…
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#231July 2020
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At the Heart of Europe’s Nuclear Industry
June saw three events proving that Rosatom’s position in Central Europe is strengthening. Rosatom’s nuclear fuel division TVEL announced the beginning of tests on a new modification of fuel assemblies…
Nuclear Energy Becomes Renewable
“In 2022, Russia will have the first nuclear reactor running entirely on a renewable nuclear fuel,” a press release issued by the Beloyarsk nuclear power plant read. With technology advancing,…
Dukovany’s Triple Anniversary
This year, Czech Dukovany NPP celebrates its 55th anniversary. Its first unit was brought online on February 24, 1985. But on a closer look, it is a triple anniversary.
Era of Hydrogen
Hydrogen economy is a new energy trend, much like the renewables were twenty years ago. Hydrogen programs have been developed by the European Union and individual European countries. Germany has…
Akkuyu, a Dream Project
Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Fatih Dönmez visited the construction site of Turkey’s first nuclear power plant Akkuyu. He praised the progress and mentioned the need to train…
El-Dabaa: Most Innovative and Much Awaited
According to analysts, power consumption decline caused by the coronavirus pandemic is expected to give way to steady growth. Experts are confident that El Dabaa nuclear power plant, which will…
Energy For Future
Construction of the country’s first nuclear power plant in Rooppur is in full swing as important job on the construction site is being done ahead of schedule. Meanwhile, Rosatom companies…
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#230June 2020
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Energy from Waste
Atomenergomash (Rosatom’s mechanical engineering division) participates in the Riverside Resource Recovery Facility project, which is a waste to energy plant constructed in the United Kingdom. The project is part of…
Good deeds Against Coronavirus
Volunteer initiatives and compassion are the two driving forces that help overcome everyday challenges caused by coronavirus. Volunteering, new means of protection and financial aid are just a few examples…
Fast Neutron Science
A. I. Leipunsky Institute of Physics and Power Engineering celebrates its 74th anniversary. Its history is intertwined closely with the world’s first nuclear power plant. These days, the institute is…
FNPP in Operation
In May, the world’s only floating nuclear power plant Akademik Lomonosov was put into operation. Despite growing interest towards small modular reactors (SMRs), Akademik Lomonosov is the only example of…
Nuclear Construction: Hour by Hour Round the Clock
Egypt’s first nuclear power plant El Dabaa is expected to obtain a construction license next year. Meanwhile preparations on the site are running on schedule despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Shoulder to Shoulder
Construction of Turkey’s first nuclear power plant is not the only activity of Rosatom in the country. The Russian nuclear corporation also responds to community needs by contributing to environment…
Working Non-Stop
Next budget year, Rooppur NPP, the first nuclear power plant in Bangladesh, will receive the largest funding tranche under the national Annual Development Program. Meanwhile despite the pandemic, Russian companies…
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#229May 2020
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Fighting Coronavirus
Rosatom is fighting the spread of the new coronavirus infection by leveraging every available resource, including engineering capabilities, financial aid and volunteering.
Through Pandemic to Thermonuclear Fusion
In April, Rosatom carried out three shipments of equipment for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) megaproject. All the ten trucks arrived at the site near Marseille on time despite…
Atomflot: Sixty-Years-Long Road
Rosatom Newsletter continues a series of stories about Rosatom’s most prominent companies. This issue tells a story of Russian nuclear fleet operator Atomflot, which celebrated its 60th anniversary last year.
Nuclear Power Generation During COVID 19
Economic slowdown during the coronavirus quarantine led to decline in electricity consumption. Rosatom Newsletter looks into the depth of this decline and its influence over the nuclear industry. Our analysis…
Knowledge is Power
Creating nuclear infrastructure in Bangladesh goes far beyond construction of the country’s first nuclear power plant. Other important steps include staff training and supporting national education in general. Despite the…
Nuclear Changes World for Better
Nuclear technology is both a reliable source of clean energy and a boost to economy, social development and other aspects of community life. In the Middle East and North Africa,…
Turkey Needs Peaceful Atom
The presidents of Russia and Turkey discussed cooperation between the two countries in nuclear power. The project to build Turkey’s first nuclear power plant at Akkuyu runs as scheduled. Rosatom…
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#228April 2020
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Nuclear Not Afraid of COVID-19
Preparations are underway for the construction of Egypt's first nuclear power plant. The coronavirus epidemic has not affected the work schedule as Rosatom takes action to prevent the spread of…
NPP Construction Goes as Scheduled
The construction of Turkey’s first nuclear power plant goes on schedule despite the coronavirus pandemic. Tighter measures are taken at the site to prevent the spread of COVID 19. Production…
Nuclear Responds to Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has affected the nuclear power and uranium industries. Systemic quarantine measures cause electricity consumption to decline, while shutdown of uranium mines has driven up the price of…
From Steam Locomotives to Ethane Evaporators
Rosatom Newsletter proceeds with a series of stories about Rosatom Group companies. This issue is dedicated to ZiO-Podolsk, which celebrated its centennial anniversary last year.
Rosatom Supports Commissioning and Upgrades of Nuclear Stations Abroad
Rosatom Group companies Rusatom Service (an integrator of NPP maintenance services) and Atomenergoremont (a repair, retrofit and upgrade service provider) are expanding their operations. In February 2020, Rusatom Service registered…
Digital Outfit for Nuclear Stations
Rosatom’s electric power division Rosenergoatom developed two products to digitalize nuclear power plant operations: Operation Template and Data Centers. These are powerful tools changing the approach to business process management…
Rooppur Construction Unaffected by COVID 19 Pandemic
Construction of Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant in Rooppur goes on schedule. Although tiny share of Russian workers left the site, this has not affected the project. In mid-March, Rosatom’s…
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#227March 2020
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Umatex Playing Hockey with Composite Sticks
Rosatom’s composite materials division Umatex had announced that its products would be showcased at the world’s largest composites industry event JEC World in March, but the show was later rescheduled…
TVEL Joins Spanish Trio
TVEL agreed to collaborate with Spanish ENUSA, ENSA and IDOM on the decommissioning of nuclear facilities and management of radioactive waste. Rosatom’s nuclear fuel company plans to enhance its technical…
Rooppur is a Project of Friendly Nations
Bangladesh Minister for Science and Technology Yafes Osman visited Volgodonsk plant of Rosatom’s subsidiary AEM Technologies in Russia. The company manufactures reactors for the Rooppur NPP under construction in Bangladesh.…
Plant inside the Mountain
Rosatom Newsletter starts Rosatom Anniversaries, a series of articles dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the Russian nuclear industry. Our readers will learn about the greatest landmarks in its history…
SMR in the Making
Many nations believe small modular reactors (SMRs) to be a tool capable of ensuring reliable access to electricity, heat and fresh water without greenhouse gas emissions or a necessary connection…
Maximum Engagement
Three Egyptian companies won a contract for the first phase of the El Dabaa NPP construction project. Rosatom plans to engage local contractors as much as practical. The Russian nuclear…
Knowledge about Atom
Turkey is building its nuclear infrastructure from scratch. Gaining knowledge about nuclear energy is necessary for everyone, whether suppliers for Akkuyu, would-be employees of the country’s first nuclear power plant…
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#226February 2020
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Quantum Breakthrough
Having presented its quantum computing development roadmap to the government, Rosatom concentrates efforts in quantum technology. A recently established management office for quantum computing projects will bring together researchers and…
Rosatom Unites Engineering Designers
Rosatom mergers its three engineering design subsidiaries into the united design institute, aiming at higher quality of design services and timely delivery of orders.
Going Green
Europe is discussing criteria of sustainability for various industries. Providing funding for the development of nuclear depends on whether it is considered sustainable.
Planning the Future
The speed of construction of the Akkuyu NPP will be maintained and year 2020 will be rich for events, Rosatom top managers are sure. Turkey’s first nuclear power plant is…
Safety Under Control
The Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, which is under construction in Bangladesh, will meet the latest safety standards as IAEA experts supervise the construction process and plant employees undergo training at…
Ready To Begin
The El Dabaa NPP is likely to be issued a construction license by mid-year, Egyptian authorities said. The nuclear power plant to be constructed by Rosatom will meet the strictest…
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#225January 2020
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Rosatom Entering its 75th Anniversary Year
In 2020, Rosatom is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Russian nuclear industry. Having turned into a global technology leader, Rosatom plays a major role in power and mechanical engineering,…
Smart gadgets and wearable technologies
In order to ensure employees’ safety, Rosatom uses tried and tested technology to keep an eye on people and tools remotely, including smart bands, smart hard hats and automatic tool…
Rosatom Tames Digital
Digitalization is a major driver for the Russian state nuclear corporation. Rosatom digitalizes its internal processes, develops digital products for sale and assists the Russian government in creating high technology…
Knowing All About Atom
Work is continuing in Bangladesh to build the country’s first nuclear power plant at Rooppur. The plant itself is just one of the components of the national nuclear infrastructure. No…
Akkuyu in Progress
Russian and Turkish officials demonstrate commitment to the timely delivery of the first Turkish nuclear power plant. The construction of the Akkuyu Unit 2 might begin as soon as this…
All Eyes on Nuclear
Egypt is a country that has made a real breakthrough in its energy sector over the last few years and sets ambitious targets in this area for the near future.…
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