Core Power has revealed plans to begin building nuclear-powered commercial vessels in the United States in 2028, with its CEO saying that Japan is the top priority for hull construction. The company has established a joint consortium with Japanese companies and is expected to decide as early as May next year whether to proceed with construction in Japan.
Core Power, a maritime-related company, has announced plans to begin building U.S.-flagged nuclear-powered commercial vessels at a dedicated yard in 2028.
The hulls and systems will be built at shipyards in U.S. allied countries, while reactor installation and related work are expected to be carried out at a dedicated yard.
CEO Bo said that Japan is the top priority for hull construction and disclosed that the company had established a joint consortium with several Japanese companies. A decision on whether to proceed with construction is expected in May next year.