CGN sees export boost from FirmSys nuclear control system sales

China General Nuclear Power Corp said on Monday that a review of its nuclear-safety control system has been completed by the International Atomic Energy Agency, a move expected to lead to a boost in its exports.

CGN, one of China's biggest nuclear power operators, said the review reaffirmed the innovations of the domestically developed system that is considered to be "central nervous system" of a nuclear power plant. It said the system is now ready to compete with foreign rivals, including those from Japan's Mitsubishi Electric Corp and the US group Westinghouse Electric Co.

The digital control system for nuclear reactors, known as FirmSys, is key equipment used for controlling and monitoring a station's operations and management to ensure its safety.