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Westinghouse’s Additive Manufacturing Innovation Improves Safety and Efficiency in Operating Nuclear Reactors

This industry-first milestone increases bottom nozzle debris resistance from 65% to 96%

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa., June. 26, 2024 – In an industry first, Westinghouse Electric Company used additive manufacturing (AM) to fabricate bottom nozzles that improve debris capture and fuel endurance within its fuel assemblies. The nozzles were integrated into four Lead Test Assemblies delivered to Alabama Power’s Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant operated by Southern Nuclear, in the first quarter of 2024.

SaskPower, Westinghouse and Cameco Sign MOU to Explore Reactor and Fuel Supply Potential

SaskPower, Westinghouse and Cameco Sign MOU graphic

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, June 17, 2024 – Saskatchewan Power Corporation (SaskPower), Westinghouse Electric Company (Westinghouse) and Cameco Corporation (Cameco) (TSX: CCO; NYSE: CCJ) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to evaluate the potential of Westinghouse’s nuclear reactor technology and the associated nuclear fuel supply chain required for Saskatchewan’s future clean power needs.

Westinghouse Unveils New Global Engineering Hub Bringing New Jobs to Kitchener, Ontario

Kitchener, Ontario, June 11, 2024 – Westinghouse Electric Company today announced the launch of a new global engineering hub in Kitchener, Ontario. The 13,000-square-foot office opening further demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to Canada, its customers and its workforce.

Westinghouse Delivers First VVER-1000 Fuel Reload to Bulgaria

New Fuel Ensures Supply Diversification for Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant

Sofia, Bulgaria – May 29, 2024 – Westinghouse Electric Company delivered the first reload of VVER-1000 fuel assemblies to Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) in April, marking a key fuel diversification milestone in Bulgaria. The loading of the new fuel into KNPP Unit 5 was celebrated today at an event attended by Prime Minister of the Republic of Bulgaria Dimitar Glavchev, Minister of Energy Vladimir Malinov and the U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria Kenneth Merten.

Westinghouse 2023 Sustainability Report Highlights Progress to Deliver a Net-Zero Future

Cranberry Township, PA, May 28, 2024 – Westinghouse Electric Company released its 2023 Sustainability Report today. The report provides the latest updates on the company’s efforts to integrate sustainability throughout its business and deliver clean, affordable and secure nuclear energy for a carbon-free future.

Westinghouse Celebrates Milestone Achievement as AP1000® Technology Powers Plant Vogtle Unit 4 into Commercial Operation

Cranberry Township, PA, April 29, 2024 – Today, the second U.S.-based Gen III+ advanced nuclear Westinghouse AP1000® reactor entered commercial operation at Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, Georgia. Westinghouse congratulates Southern Company, Georgia Power and the project partners for this major milestone at Vogtle Unit 4.

Westinghouse Congratulates Energoatom on Start of AP1000® Work at Khmelnytskyi NPP

Milestone Reinforces Ukraine’s Commitments to Climate, Energy Security Goals

NETISHYN, UKRAINE, April 15, 2024 – Westinghouse Electric Company congratulates Energoatom, the state-owned nuclear utility of Ukraine, on the start of AP1000® activities at Khmelnytskyi Unit 5 in Ukraine. This is a critical first step in advancing the commitment made by both companies under the Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2022 for the deployment of nine AP1000 reactors in Ukraine.

Westinghouse Expands AP1000® Supply Chain with Bulgaria MOU Signings

Suppliers to Support AP1000 Deployment at Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant and Globally

Sofia, Bulgaria, April 12, 2024 – Westinghouse Electric Company today signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with 17 significant Bulgarian suppliers to support the upcoming AP1000® nuclear projects at the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant site in northern Bulgaria, and other projects throughout the region. This milestone is a result of ongoing engagement with local suppliers following the Westinghouse Supplier Symposium held in February 2024 with Bulgarian companies.

Westinghouse Releases New Report on Economic Impact of AP1000® Deployment in Poland & Down Selects Key Polish Suppliers

Study Finds Initial PLN 118.3 Billion to be Generated for GDP with PLN 38 Billion More Annually

Warsaw, Poland, April 9, 2024 – Today, Westinghouse Electric Company released an independent report from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC (PwC) outlining the considerable economic footprint of deploying six AP1000® units in Poland.

Westinghouse Announces Executive Management Appointments

Cranberry Township, PA, April 1, 2024 – Westinghouse today announced key changes to its leadership team. Effective immediately:

  • Ron Timperio is appointed Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Global Operations Services 
  • Adam Silverstein is appointed Executive Vice President, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety