Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev commented on the World Cup, noting the participation of friendly nations and the political tensions affecting the event, particularly between the US and Iran. He criticized Russia's exclusion from international sports as unfair and expressed hope for its gradual return.
Tanzania says Samia Suluhu Hassan's visit to Russia has accelerated the Rosatom-backed Mkuju River uranium project. Officials say infrastructure tenders are under way and the site could eventually produce about 4,000 tonnes a year.
Rosatom scientists plan to launch an AI-powered automated synthesis complex this year to accelerate the development and testing of new materials for next-generation reactors. The technology will enable rapid calculation of compositions and immediate production of samples for trials.
Rosatom's Kirill Komarov predicts rising global electricity demand, particularly in the Global South, driven by intensive development. He noted a shift in nuclear power plant construction, with 70% now in the Global South compared to 30% in Western nations.
Russia's Rosatom is developing Generation IV nuclear reactors, aiming for a virtually inexhaustible and clean energy source by 2034. Scientific director Yevgeny Adamov stated the project, 'Breakthrough,' emphasizes safety, economic competitiveness, and non-proliferation.
Rosatom's Proryv (Breakthrough) project aims to industrialize advanced fourth-generation nuclear technologies and close the nuclear fuel cycle, according to scientific director Yevgeny Adamov. The project seeks to restore the nuclear energy sector's large-scale development potential.
Rosatom CEO Aleksey Likhachev warned that continued Ukrainian attacks on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant could lead to a nuclear incident, risking radiation release and impacting Ukraine and neighboring EU countries. Ukraine denies involvement.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that a Ukrainian drone attack on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) was deliberate and a "precursor to a nuclear incident." The ZNPP director confirmed targeted strikes, noting potential for radiation accidents. Attacks have also disrupted supplies in the satellite city of Energodar.
Rosatom CEO Aleksey Likhachev stated that the attack on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was not accidental but a deliberate act. He warned that any explosion or fire could lead to a nuclear incident.
Rus yetkili Likhachev, Zaporijya Nükleer Santrali'ne yönelik saldırının tesadüfi olmadığını, bunun bir nükleer enerji tesisine yönelik kasıtlı bir saldırı olduğunu belirtti. Likhachev, olası bir patlama veya yangının ciddi sonuçlar doğurabileceği uyarısında bulundu.
Russia's Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov stated that Moscow sees prospects for building additional Russian-designed nuclear power units in Brazil, including both large and small capacity options. He also highlighted ongoing cooperation in the IT sector, focusing on digitalization and cybersecurity solutions.
Rosatom has delivered the VVER-1200 reactor pressure vessel for Unit 2 to Egypt's El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant construction site. The shipment also included steam generators and a pressurizer for Unit 1, totaling approximately 2,000 tonnes.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev urged Europe to increase efforts to de-escalate the situation around the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, warning that it is approaching a "point of no return" and poses significant risks to Eastern European countries.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that negotiations are underway with the IAEA to establish a temporary silence regime at the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant. The goal is to repair damaged transmission poles, as the plant has been running on a single power line for over two months, leading to emergency diesel generator activations. Repairs are expected to begin by the end of May.
Construction on the second unit of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant has resumed, with concreting and reinforcing work underway. Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that Russian specialists are cooperating with contractors, supported by remote technical assistance.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that plans are underway to increase Russian personnel for the construction of Bushehr nuclear power plant's Unit 2. However, he deemed the return of all personnel premature due to the ongoing military situation and recent exchanges between Iran and the US.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev claims Ukraine is deliberately spreading panic in Energodar, disrupting peaceful life and intimidating plant workers. He argues these tactics, including drone attacks on the facility, directly threaten the nuclear safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev expressed alarm that the IAEA secretariat is not acknowledging daily Ukrainian attacks on the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant and civilian infrastructure, as well as the killing of Russian citizens. He stated this will be a key issue in upcoming consultations with the IAEA leadership.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev offers Indonesia maximum localization of technological processes for nuclear power plant construction and operation, citing successful partnerships in Belarus, Turkey, and Egypt.
Rosatom intends to continue developing its projects in Hungary, Slovakia, and Bulgaria, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev told
Alexey Likhachev, CEO of Rosatom, noted that Rosatom not only supplies equipment and launches the nuclear island of the power unit, but also provides fuel supplies to China
The Bushehr nuclear power plant is operating normally amid reported violations of the US-Iran ceasefire, the Rosatom CEO has said Read Full Article at RT.com
CEO Alexey Likhachev added that Rosatom is ready to send its specialists back to Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant after the end of the military conflict
According to Alexey Likhachev, the situation at the Bushehr NPP site is generally calm, and no attacks on facilities in the vicinity of the plant have been observed
