Framatome in the news

Framatome showcased its forging expertise by producing a 150-ton component for the Penly EPR 2 reactor during an EDF-hosted press event.

Framatome developed an AI program named Lesly that uses sensor data to predict machine failures and component degradation in real-time.

Framatome Saint-Marcel hosted a successful open house for over 2200 visitors, including employees' families, showcasing its nuclear reactor components and facilities.

Framatome signed a contract in the US for high-enrichment nuclear fuel to extend reactor operating cycles and boost electricity production.

Framatome secured the first commercial contract to supply LEU+ nuclear fuel to a US reactor, enabling longer fuel cycles and advancing domestic nuclear fuel capabilities.

Two employees in the French defense industry, one from Dassault Aviation and another from Framatome, were arrested for alleged sabotage of a Rafale jet and theft of hafnium respectively, highlighting internal security vulnerabilities.

The Flamanville 3 EPR reactor will undergo a 350-day, first comprehensive check-up involving 200 companies, including Framatome, for critical inspections and component replacements to ensure its 60-year operational lifespan.

Framatome will supply the world's first higher-enriched uranium fuel to a US commercial nuclear reactor, enabling longer operating cycles and greater efficiency.

Framatome is investing 103 million euros in its Jeumont site to industrialize the production of critical EPR2 components using automotive manufacturing methods to achieve a target of 1.5 reactors per year.

Framatome secured a contract to deliver advanced, higher-enriched nuclear fuel to a U.S. reactor, enabling longer fuel cycles and increased power generation, with manufacturing at its upgraded Richland facility.

The Flamanville EPR reactor will be shut down for nearly a year for its first comprehensive inspection, including the replacement of its vessel lid manufactured by Framatome.

Framatome signed a "groundbreaking" contract to supply a US nuclear reactor with advanced, higher-enriched nuclear fuel, extending fuel cycle lengths and enhancing operational efficiency.

Framatome secured a contract to provide the first higher-enriched uranium fuel for a US commercial nuclear reactor, enabling longer operating cycles and greater efficiency.

Framatome secured the world's first commercial contract to supply LEU+ nuclear fuel, enriched beyond 5%, to a US reactor, boosting reactor efficiency and solidifying its market position.

Framatome secured its first commercial contract to supply nuclear fuel enriched up to 10% uranium-235, enhancing fuel cycle economics and operational efficiency for a US reactor.

Framatome secured its inaugural commercial agreement to supply LEU+ nuclear fuel, enriched up to 10% uranium-235, to a US reactor, enhancing fuel cycle efficiency and energy output.

Framatome secured its initial contract to supply higher enriched fuel reloads starting in early 2028, utilizing its Advanced Fuel Management technology to extend reactor fuel cycles and enhance efficiency.

Framatome secured a landmark contract to provide advanced high-enriched nuclear fuel to a U.S. reactor, enhancing operational efficiency and extending fuel cycle lengths.