Studsvik Secures U.S. NRC Approval Supporting Next-Generation Nuclear Reactor Development

Studsvik has received approval from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for Supplement 1 to the Studsvik Scandpower CMS5 Generic PWR Topical Report, extending its applicability to both today’s operating nuclear fleet and next-generation reactor technologies.

This approval expands the capabilities of our CMS5 software, supporting higher fuel enrichment levels, increased fuel burnup, and light water reactor-based Small Modular Reactor (SMR) designs. It strengthens our ability to support customers with plant life extension initiatives while enabling reactor developers to advance the licensing and development of innovative nuclear technologies.

– Studsvik Scandpower’s commitment to serving as a global, independent provider of nuclear software and physics solutions positions us to bring advanced neutronics and reactor physics capabilities to the forefront of the industry. This approval enables us to support not only today’s operating fleet but also emerging reactor developers as they pursue regulatory licensing and innovation in next-generation nuclear technologies, said W. A. ”Art” Wharton III, Business Area President of Studsvik Scandpower and President of Studsvik Americas.

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