Uzbekistan and Russia discuss joint ventures for nuclear power plant construction

A large industry conference in Tashkent discussed creating joint enterprises with Uzbek companies to implement an integrated nuclear power plant (NPP) project in the republic. Representatives of the Uzatom Agency and the Rosatom State Corporation took part, along with specialists from leading companies in Uzbekistan and Russia.

The event reviewed ways to expand the participation of domestic enterprises in NPP construction and to develop industrial cooperation. Participants discussed using advanced technologies in building modern atomic stations, improving construction processes and producing necessary materials and equipment locally. Particular attention was paid to domestic involvement in backup power supply systems and auxiliary energy equipment.

Opportunities for cooperation between Uzbek and Russian companies were analysed in the production of automated control and radiation monitoring systems, special ventilation and gas-cleaning units, polymer pipes, thermal insulation materials and special chemical additives. Participants stressed that local production could be developed through joint enterprises and the introduction of advanced technologies.