Rosatom Ready for New Nuclear Projects in Iran, Plans Staff Expansion in Bushehr
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated that the company’s engagement in constructing new large and small nuclear power plants in Iran is dependent on the nation’s prevailing military, political, and economic circumstances. Likhachev highlighted the current presence of 180 Rosatom employees at the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, with plans to raise this number to 300 in the near future.
In separate remarks, Likhachev noted Rosatom’s requirement for up to 40 icebreaker vessels and ice-capable ships to support the development and operations of the Northern Sea Route. The initial batch of these vessels will be commissioned to Russian shipyards.
Regarding the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant in Turkey, the Rosatom chief anticipates that the first unit will be fueled in December, with its initial electricity output expected to enter Turkey’s power grid in January or February.
