Akkuyu Targets First Nuclear Power Output in Early 2027
Rosatom says fuel loading could begin in December, as Turkish investors express interest in taking up to a 49% stake.
Key takeaways
- Akkuyu’s first unit is planned to start generating electricity in January or February 2027.
- Turkish investors have expressed interest in acquiring up to 49% of the project.
Akkuyu’s first unit is planned to begin generating electricity in January or February 2027, Rosatom chief Alexey Likhachev said. He said loading real nuclear fuel into the reactor could start in December.
Likhachev said commissioning work at the plant in Mersin was nearing its final stage. The project expects to begin hot functional tests after receiving the required permit.
Turkish investors have expressed interest in taking up to 49% of the project, Likhachev said. Their participation would require approval from the Turkish government, and talks are continuing confidentially.
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