An engineering firm has added fresh thrust to its order book with a power sector deal.<\/p>\n
Siemens Energy is set to make steam turbine components for Rolls-Royce SMR small modular reactors.<\/p>\n
Bosses say the apparatus will be used on the Anglesey-based Gwyndod nuclear plant project and support more than 550 jobs.<\/p>\n
They add parts including high-pressure turbines and valve casings will be made at Siemens Energy\u2019s CA Parsons Works Newcastle site, revealing the contract marks the first time such components will be produced for a small modular reactor anywhere in Europe.<\/p>\n
Darren Davidson, Siemens Energy UK vice president, said: \u201cThis is a significant moment for Siemens Energy and our Newcastle facility, for UK manufacturing and for Britain\u2019s nuclear future.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cBuilding on a site with a world-class engineering legacy, we’re preparing to manufacture the next generation of steam turbines for small modular reactors, supporting energy security, creating skilled jobs and helping power the UK\u2019s\u202ffuture energy mix.\u201d<\/p>\n
He added the company\u2019s Newcastle base \u2013 whose history includes building the steam turbine for the Calder Hall nuclear power station in West Cumbria \u2013 is also set to become a component service hub for the Rolls-Royce SMR UK fleet.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Chris Cholerton, Rolls-Royce SMR chief executive, added: \u201cThis announcement clearly demonstrates how Rolls-Royce SMR is delivering its commitment to localisation.<\/p>\n
\u201cBy working with Siemens Energy, we are building on a remarkable industrial legacy while creating and sustaining the skills and supply chain needed to deliver clean, secure and affordable energy for decades to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
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