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world14 days ago•4 min saved

Ursa Major sinking exposes alleged plan to ship nuclear reactor parts to North Korea

Spanish investigators say the sunken Russian cargo ship Ursa Major was carrying components for two submarine nuclear reactors likely bound for North Korea, with the captain revealing that declared hatch covers were actually reactor parts. The vessel, operated by a state-owned company under sanctions, sank in the Mediterranean after an engine explosion in December 2024. The probe hints at Western efforts to block the delivery and notes ongoing geopolitical tensions around Moscow’s alleged support for Pyongyang’s nuclear program.

via Euronews.com|

#north-korea #nuclear-reactors #russia

world14 days ago•13 min saved

Mystery sinking of Ursa Major ties to reactor parts bound for North Korea

A Russian cargo ship named Ursa Major sank about 60 miles off eastern Spain after a series of explosions on December 23, 2024. Investigators say the vessel was carrying components for two submarine nuclear reactors allegedly bound for North Korea, with the cargo later described by the captain as “components for two nuclear reactors” rather than manhole covers. Two crew members were killed and 14 survived; the ship had departed St. Petersburg on December 11 and was escorted by Russian military vessels. Spanish authorities and CNN cite the cargo, and investigators are exploring whether the damage could have been caused by a high-speed torpedo or explosive device. The wreck site drew attention from Western intelligence, including a Yantar reconnaissance ship visiting the area and US WC-135R flights monitoring for nuclear material.

via Daily Express|

#maritime-incident #north-korea #nuclear-reactors

world15 days ago•193 min saved

Sinking of Russian freighter fuels speculation of hidden submarine reactor cargo to North Korea

CNN reports that the Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sank off the coast of Spain in December 2024 after a series of explosions while likely carrying two submarine-nuclear reactor components—potentially bound for North Korea. Spanish investigators cited the captain’s statements about the cargo, U.S. nuclear-sniffer aircraft monitored the scene, and the full contents and destination remain unconfirmed amid questions about a possible covert transfer of nuclear technology.

via CNN|

#mediterranean-sea #north-korea #nuclear-reactors

science2 months ago•12 min saved

China unveils advanced ultra-high-temperature ceramics for reactors and hypersonic jets

Researchers from Harbin University highlight a two-step in-situ reactive spark plasma sintering process blending ZrC with TiSi2 and B4C to produce a multi-phase ultra-high-temperature ceramic (ZTS-30B) with nano-SiC and TiB2 reinforcements, delivering 824 MPa flexural strength and 7.5 MPa·m1/2 fracture toughness to improve densification and toughness for potential use in nuclear reactors and hypersonic propulsion.

via Interesting Engineering|

#ceramics #hypersonic-jets #nuclear-reactors

politics5 months ago•4 min saved

Trump's Economic Approval Dips to New Low Amid Growing Dissatisfaction

Congress is unlikely to extend ACA subsidies before the holiday recess, risking higher premiums for millions, while President Trump's approval ratings hit a new low at 36%. The administration is also fast-tracking new nuclear reactor designs, raising safety concerns, and a new statue of Barbara Rose Johns has been installed in the U.S. Capitol.

via NPR|

#aca-subsidies #congress #health-reform

business7 months ago•1 min saved

U.S. and Westinghouse Announce $80 Billion Nuclear Power Deal

Westinghouse announced an agreement with the Trump administration to build at least $80 billion worth of new nuclear reactors in the US, involving collaborations with GE Vernova and Hitachi, though details and official confirmation are currently lacking.

via Ars Technica|

#business #ge-vernova #hitachi

business7 months ago•2 min saved

Fermi Secures Nuclear Deals to Power Texas Data Centers Amid Rising Stock

Fermi Inc. has announced plans to build four large nuclear reactors in Texas to power private data centers, partnering with Doosan Enerbility and Hyundai Engineering & Construction, signaling a bold move to revive large-scale nuclear energy in the US amidst rising demand for AI infrastructure, though the project faces high costs and supply chain challenges.

via Bloomberg.com|

#business #energy-investment #fermi-inc

business7 months ago•2 min saved

Brookfield to Lead Revival of South Carolina Nuclear Project

Brookfield Asset Management has won a bid to complete two nuclear reactors in South Carolina, halted in 2017, with plans to ensure no additional costs for ratepayers and potential power sales to data centers, marking a significant step in the U.S. nuclear revival.

via Barron's|

#brookfield-asset-management #business #energy-project

business7 months ago•4 min saved

Fermi's Nasdaq Debut Sparks AI and Energy Investment Surge

Fermi, a Texas-based company aiming to build the world's largest data center campus powered by natural gas and nuclear reactors, went public with a $13.8 billion valuation, soaring 55% on debut. Despite its ambitious plans and early advantages, the company faces significant hurdles including infrastructure development, securing tenants, and long construction timelines, making its stock a risky but potentially high-reward bet on AI-powered data infrastructure.

via Barron's|

#business #data-centers #fermi-ipo

space-exploration9 months ago•2 min saved

NASA plans to deploy nuclear reactors on the Moon by 2030 to lead in space race

Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy emphasizes the importance of the US building nuclear reactors on the moon to secure a strategic advantage in space exploration and national security, aiming to beat China and Russia to establish a lunar base with sustainable energy, particularly before other nations can claim key lunar regions.

via ABC News|

#duffy #moon #nuclear-reactors

business10 months ago•1 min saved

Westinghouse to Build 10 Nuclear Reactors in U.S. with AI-Driven Investment Strategy

Westinghouse plans to build 10 large nuclear reactors in the U.S. by 2030, aiming to significantly boost nuclear power in line with President Trump's goal of quadrupling nuclear capacity by 2050, with a focus on using AI to streamline construction processes.

via CNBC|

#ai-in-construction #business #nuclear-reactors

technology11 months ago•2 min saved

US Advances Microreactor Development with New Policies and Testing Opportunities

The U.S. Department of Energy has launched a pilot program to accelerate testing of advanced nuclear reactors outside national labs, aiming for at least three reactors to achieve criticality by July 4, 2026, to boost U.S. nuclear innovation, economic growth, and national security.

via Department of Energy (.gov)|

#advanced-reactors #doe #energy-policy

space-exploration11 months ago•4 min saved

Emerging Nuclear Propulsion Technologies Accelerate Space Exploration

The article discusses the historical and ongoing efforts to develop nuclear power for space exploration, highlighting early ambitions from President Kennedy, current projects like NASA's DRACO, and the potential for nuclear energy to revolutionize travel to Mars and beyond, amid a shift in both government and commercial space initiatives.

via SpaceNews|

#mars-missions #nasa #nuclear-power

business11 months ago•1 min saved

Westinghouse and Allies Accelerate US Nuclear Expansion Amid AI and Strategic Shifts

Westinghouse is in talks with US officials and industry partners to deploy 10 large nuclear reactors, responding to President Trump's executive orders aimed at streamlining nuclear power licensing and regulation, leveraging its approved reactor design and recent experience building reactors in Georgia.

via New York Post|

#business #nuclear-expansion #nuclear-reactors

energy11 months ago•4 min saved

Westinghouse and Industry Leaders Push for U.S. Nuclear Expansion Amid Political Support

Westinghouse is in discussions with US officials to deploy 10 large nuclear reactors, aiming to capitalize on President Trump's executive orders to significantly expand US nuclear capacity by 2050, with an estimated cost of $75 billion, amidst a broader industry push and regulatory support.

via Financial Times|

#ap1000 #energy #nuclear-reactors