The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (Enec) has partnered with Framatome to supply nuclear fuel assemblies and engineering services for the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the UAE.

 

This agreement is part of Enec's long-term strategy to diversify its fuel supply chain, ensuring an uninterrupted supply of carbon-free power to businesses, industries, and homes.

 

Framatome will supply complete nuclear fuel assemblies, leveraging its decades of experience in nuclear fuel manufacturing and innovation to strengthen Enec's fuel supply chain and ensure the plant's continued excellence in nuclear power generation.

 

Mohamed Al Hammadi, Managing Director and CEO of Enec, said: “Our agreement with Framatome advances our strategy to strengthen the security and reliability of our nuclear fuel supply chain. Diversification is key to ensuring that we continue to deliver safe, clean, and reliable electricity—powering the sustainable growth of the UAE’s economy. Framatome’s expertise and commitment to international standards adds depth to our operations and reinforces Barakah as a global model for operational excellence in clean energy generation.”

 

He added: “We remain dedicated to advancing Barakah’s infrastructure and capabilities, continually striving for excellence in the nuclear power industry. Enec continues to build on its existing operations through enhanced security, competitive costs, and innovative fuel solutions.”

 

“We are proud to provide our advanced fuel to Enec, ensuring security of the supply and meeting the UAE’s clean energy goals,” said Grégoire Ponchon, CEO at Framatome. “The contract recognises our state-of-the-art technologies and the reliability of our workforce to provide exceptional services to our customers.” -OGN / TradeArabia News Service