The Russian Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom has begun large-scale earthworks at the construction site of two new power units at the Baksh NPP in Hungary.
Alexander Merten, project manager for the construction of the station, explained that “excavation work is underway at the station for power units No. 5 and 6, and this is accompanied by the implementation of additional auxiliary work to organize the physical protection of the two indicated facilities, work is underway in the field of soil stabilization and the construction of temporary roads and others “.
He stated: “Western partners and Hungarian contracting companies have confirmed their readiness to continue cooperation in the construction of nuclear power plants, despite the sanctions,” adding: “As you know, nuclear energy and Russian companies have not yet been subject to sanctions. working in this area. It is important to note that GE-Alstom, the Siemens and Framatome alliance and several Hungarian contractors have confirmed their willingness to continue this project with us.”
Source: El Iktisad
