RoPower Nuclear, the project company responsible for the construction and commissioning of the SMR project in Doicești, announces the signing of a contract with Studsvik Scandpower, one of the global leaders in software solutions dedicated to nuclear fuel analysis. The Swedish company is part of Studsvik AB, founded in 1947 to develop nuclear facilities.

“Nuclear calculation codes are primarily used for simulating and analyzing nuclear fuel as well as reactor safety. We looked for a well-established solution on the market, provided by a company with proven experience in developing projects applicable to nuclear power plants based on the pressurized water reactor (PWR) principle, and Studsvik Scandpower met our expectations perfectly,” said Dr. Eng. Dan Șerbănescu, Technical Director of RoPower Nuclear.

“The Doicești SMR plant will largely use the same technological principle as more than 300 nuclear power plants worldwide, complemented by new protection systems to ensure a high level of nuclear safety and economic efficiency. It’s important to emphasize that SMR technology is not entirely new when it comes to nuclear fuel use and beyond. It’s a proven technology backed by nearly half a century of operational experience. This is precisely why we rely on teams and companies with impeccable reputations in the nuclear field, such as Studsvik Scandpower,” he added.

“We are proud to contribute our proven software tools to this innovative project,” said Art Wharton, President of Studsvik Scandpower Group. “Romania is setting a precedent for the next generation of nuclear energy, and we are honored to be part of this endeavor.”

The Doicești SMR project is currently in the second phase of Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED 2), with Fluor Corporation acting as the main contractor. The final investment decision is expected in 2026.