Swedish lead-cooled small modular reactor technology developer Blykalla and global engineering company ABB have signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate the deployment of such reactors for the maritime market. In October 2024, Blykalla and ABB signed an MoU under which ABB would explore how its automation, electrification and digitalisation solutions could support Blykalla's small modular reactor (SMR) prototype SEALER-E, which features an electric lead-cooled reactor. "We're pleased to extend our partnership with ABB into this strategically important vertical," said Blykalla CEO Jacob Stedman. "With our compact reactor design, we see a unique opportunity to lead the way in maritime nuclear propulsion – a solution uniquely positioned to meet the sector's demand for clean energy. The NuProShip project is evaluating Generation IV SMR technologies for their viability in commercial shipping applications, in particular larger ships.