A license amendment for the facility was submitted to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in September 2024 and is expected to be finalized in the spring of 2026. Once operational, the SNF venture aims to initially produce 2 metric tons of TRISO fuel annually, a major increase from current capacity designed to supply the incoming fleet of advanced reactors in the United States and globally. Strengthening reactor-agnostic fuel productionThe collaboration marries Standard Nuclear’s specialized manufacturing capabilities with Framatome’s extensive fuel cycle expertise and established infrastructure. The joint venture will be overseen by a board of directors composed of senior leaders from both parent companies. “This strategic partnership with Framatome marks a pivotal moment in establishing a robust, domestic TRISO fuel supply chain,” said Kurt Terrani, CEO of Standard Nuclear.