Nuclear Fuel
An Industry Leader for Nearly 70 Years
Nuclear fuel is the heartbeat of clean, reliable energy production. As the world shifts towards sustainable energy solutions, nuclear fuel plays a critical role in ensuring energy security, efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Our expertise in nuclear fuel technology ensures not only optimal performance but also the highest safety and regulatory standards. From uranium enrichment to advanced fuel cycle innovations, we are committed to driving progress in the nuclear industry—delivering power that fuels economies, industries and communities worldwide.
Our nuclear fuel operations span across the United States and Canada. Our expertise in advanced fuel materials processing, coupled with our capabilities in nuclear component fabrication and assembly, enables us to offer customers an unmatched turnkey solution – from design and development to deployment.
In the U.S., we serve as the only domestic supplier of highly enriched uranium (HEU) and high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) aluminum-clad, plate-type reactor fuel assemblies for research and test reactors. Our experience with these fuel types is unmatched in the U.S. nuclear industry.
In Canada, our customer relies on the CANDU fuel manufactured at our facilities. Our manufacturing practices ensure the highest levels of quality and reliability for commercial power generation.
Nuclear Fuel Innovations
Delivered.
TRISO FUEL
The unique requirements of nuclear components call for specialized manufacturing methods, equipment and facilities. BWXT maintains its facilities to comply with the rigorous equipment specifications of customers and regulatory authorities. We adhere to the rigorous quality assurance requirements in the industry.
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HEU
We possess decades of experience downblending highly enriched uranium (HEU) to produce low enriched uranium (LEU) and high assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) nuclear fuels for both government and commercial applications.
CANDU®
In a world increasingly focused on clean and dependable energy, nuclear power plays a crucial role. Canada Deuterium Uranium (CANDU) reactors, powered by the fuel manufactured at BWXT, are a cornerstone of Canada’s energy landscape, providing a reliable source of electricity while minimizing environmental impact.
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NUCLEAR FUEL SERVICES
Our subsidiary Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a leading manufacturer of fuel material for all naval nuclear reactors used in U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.
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