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Framatome strengthens European engineering capacities with creation of Framatome Belgium

June 02, 2022 | 1 min |

June 2, 2022 – Framatome today announced the creation of Framatome Belgium, a new subsidiary specializing in nuclear engineering and service solutions. This engineering center of excellence aims to strengthen Framatome’s European presence and to support life extension projects, new construction, and dismantling of nuclear installations as the European nuclear industry faces new challenges.

“Framatome Belgium marks a step forward in our relationship with the country and our customers in the region” said Bernard Fontana, CEO of Framatome. “We have a long history of supporting nuclear research and electricity production programs for our Belgian customers.”

Framatome Belgium’s team of experts will support various European projects and worksites. Framatome is involved in businesses related to the design, commissioning, operation, maintenance and modification of nuclear equipment and facilities and supports dismantling projects for plant closures.

Framatome Belgium is based in Brussels and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Framatome.

 

About Framatome

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 16,000 employees work every day to help Framatome’s customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy.

Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (75.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) and Assystem (5%).