| UK industry is ready for new build, shows report | | Print | |
| Tuesday, 29 April 2008 | |
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UK industry is ready to provide 80% of a sustained programme of new nuclear power stations, according to a report released today by the Nuclear Industry Association. The report - an update to that released by the NIA in 2006 – shows that less than 5% of UK construction capability would be required to complete a programme of new power stations. “There has been real commitment to developing skills across the engineering sector” commented NIA Chief Executive Keith Parker. “The UK nuclear industry holds a wealth of skilled and experienced workers – who will be key to building a future of secure low-carbon energy”. The report concluded that: • Approximately 80% of nuclear new build is not nuclear, but is similar to other major construction projects. • UK industry could supply 70-80% of a new build programme. • Less than 5% of current UK construction resources will be required across the board, with significantly less in some skill areas. • With careful management, such resources could be recruited and trained during the project development, planning and licensing period. Comments (0)
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