Holtec Asia and Holtec International supply used nuclear fuel management components to NPCIL's Kudankulam Nuclear Plant

Type: Supply Agreement · Technology: Nuclear · Country: India · Announced: 2026-02-16

Supplied in February 2026, Holtec Asia and Holtec International delivered state-of-the-art used nuclear fuel management components, including high-density storage racks with Metamic™ neutron absorber and HI-STAR 149 transport casks, to NPCIL’s Kudankulam Nuclear Plant in India. This strategic delivery provides advanced safety features against seismic and accident events, offering both on-site storage and off-site transport flexibility for the Russian-origin VVER fuel. The deal underscores Holtec's capability to reverse-engineer and supply complex equipment for Russian-supplied nuclear plants, reducing NPCIL's historical reliance on single-source offerings.

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