Firms join hands for Hualong One

New venture to promote indigenous nuclear technology in overseas markets

Nuclear technology exports from China are poised for a giant leap with two industry majors deciding to form a joint venture to promote the Hualong One, the indigenously developed nuclear technology, in domestic and overseas markets.

The Hualong One or HPR 1000 is a third-generation nuclear reactor design that is one of the most advanced in the world in terms of innovation in safety technology and standards.