Rosatom's TVEL, AllWeld Nuclear, industrial agree to cooperate nuclear backend area

Allen Atwiine, Uganda

The TVEL JSC, Managing Company of Rosatom's Fuel Division, and AllWeld Nuclear and Industrial, a South African firm, have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation which is focused on decommissioning and radioactive waste (RW) management at nuclear facilities in South Africa.

The memorandum was signed by the party during the African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 in Cape Town on Tuesday.

The Editorials gathered that the Memoradium outlined a framework for cooperation and the implementation of joint initiatives.

Our correspondent gathered that the document was signed by Eduard Nikitin, Director for Decommissioning and RW Management at TVEL JSC, and Mervyn Fischer, CEO of AllWeld Nuclear and Industrial.

Nikitin explained that the memorandum outlined plans for collaborative efforts in scientific, technical, and commercial activities related to the decommissioning of nuclear power plants and other facilities that pose nuclear and radiation hazards.

He said, "The key aspects of cooperation will be the development of infrastructure for radioactive waste management, including its processing, storage and disposal, as well as the design and creation of components for the equipment needed to meet the challenges in this area in South Africa.

Editorials gathered that ROSATOM possesses extensive experience and expertise in the decommissioning of nuclear facilities and radioactive waste management.

Nikitin explained that that expertise includes a wealth of references, proprietary technologies, and a comprehensive research program.

"Such expertise is certainly sought after in countries around the world that have nuclear power, uranium mining, or experience with operating research reactors.

"The recent signing of a memorandum with South African partners marks a pivotal step in fostering collaborative efforts.

"This partnership is expected to pave the way for new opportunities to implement joint projects, not only within South Africa and beyond," stated Eduard Nikitin.

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