Nucleoeléctrica Argentina pre-selects ATMEA technology for nuclear plant

ATMEA announced that the national utility of Argentina, Nucleoeléctrica Argentina (NA-SA) has pre-selected ATMEA1 reactor technology, a 1,100 megawatts electric (MWe) for the construction of its fourth nuclear power plant.

The ATMEA1 reactor, designed by ATMEA, is a pressurised water reactor of 1,100 megawatts electric which can be used for any type of electrical networks and in particular for medium power grids.

ATMEA president Philippe Namy said after Jordan pre-selection of the ATMEA1 design last May and as confirmed by the recent positive statement of the French Safety Authority ASN on the ATMEA1 reactor’s safety options, this NA-SA decision confirms the trust being placed in the ATMEA1 technology.

"I’m confident that its design will fulfil stringent Argentina’s requirements, with its highest safety level as a Generation III+ reactor, its proven technology and its superior operation performance," Namy added.

NA-SA has pre-selected the ATMEA1 reactor design based on its stringent safety requirements and fit it needs for the construction of the fourth nuclear plant in Argentina.

Argentina announced the reactivation of a strategic plan for the country’s nuclear power sector including the construction of a fourth nuclear reactor.

France based ATMEA is a 50% joint venture between Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and AREVA.