Fuel Loading Kicks Off at 2nd Hualong-1 Reactor in Zhangzhou

Fuel loading has commenced at the second power unit of the Chinese mainland’s largest Hualong-1 nuclear power base in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province.

The operation began on Saturday, marking a critical milestone since construction kicked off in 2020. Engineers have now entered the main system’s nuclear debugging phase—a vital step on the path to grid connection and power generation.

Fuel loading shifts the unit from construction to system checks, allowing specialists to fine-tune parameters and verify safety protocols ahead of commissioning.

For tech enthusiasts, investors, and policy watchers, this milestone highlights how Hualong-1 reactors are advancing nuclear technology. As debugging progresses, metrics like system stability and output readiness will be under close watch.

Next up are commissioning tests to validate performance and safety. Stay tuned for updates on this unit’s journey toward full operation and its impact on regional power supplies.

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Fuel loading begins at 2nd nuclear power unit in Zhangzhou

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