On 19 June 2024, China’s first nuclear-powered steam supply project for industrial use – “Heqi No. 1” project - was formally completed and put into operation at the Tianwan Nuclear Power Base. This project, under the stewardship of the China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC), represents a si...

At 18:48 on 18 June 2024, a significant moment was marked at the  xudabu Nuclear Power Plant with the successful installation of the dome for Unit 4. This unit, along with Unit 3, is part of the China National Nuclear Corporation's (CNNC) strategic energy initiative.Both Units 3 and 4 have now reac...

In a remarkable scientific advancement, the China Circulation III project has pioneered the discovery and application of an advanced magnetic field structure. This development is crucial for the controlled operation of nuclear fusion processes.The China Circulation III project, which opened its do...

On 8 June 2024, the Research Institute of Physical and Chemical Engineering of the Nuclear Industry (IPCE) marked a significant step forward with the prototype of the “Nuclear Storage No. 1” flywheel energy storage system. The system achieved sustained discharge at its rated power and energy capa...

In a recent development, the China Institute of Atomic Energy (CIAE), in cooperation with Qinshan Nuclear Power, has successfully produced and supplied 99% purity molybdenum-99 suitable for medical applications. This was achieved by irradiating a domestically developed low-enriched uranium target ...

At 8:00 am on the morning of 25 May 2024, a momentous chapter was opened when Unit 4 of the Fangchenggang Nuclear Power Plant, developed by China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), officially commenced commercial operation. This followed the successful completion of a rigorous 168-hour commiss...

On May 21, 2024, the hot function test was completed at Unit 1 of Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Plant following the shutdown of all primary coolant pumps. This achievement provides a solid foundation for the next stages of fuel loading, grid connection and, ultimately, power generation.When Unit 1 begin...

Over the May Day holiday, a landmark achievement was celebrated with the successful installation of China's first commercial reactor-based isotope production facility. This state-of-the-art facility is the result of a joint effort between the Shanghai Nuclear Engineering Research and Design Institut...

On 20 April 2024, a historic breakthrough was made at the Qinshan Nuclear Power Plant, operated by China National Nuclear Power Co. Ltd, a subsidiary of CNNC. The successful extraction of carbon-14 targets from the pressurized heavy water reactor marks China's first large-scale production of carbon-...

On the evening of 9 April 2024, at exactly 20:29, a major milestone was reached when Unit 4 of the Fangchenggang Nuclear Power Plant, developed by China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), successfully completed its first grid connection in Guangxi. This achievement means that the unit is now r...