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Features of US-APWR

Outline of US-APWR

The US-APWR is the slightly modified design to comply with US requirements based on technology accomplished of APWR (Advanced Pressurized Water Reactor).

  • High performance
    • The world's largest electrical output: 1,700MW class
    • The world's highest level of thermal efficiency
    [figure]Features of US-APWR
  • High economy
    • The shortest construction period in the world
    • The world all-time low cost of construction
  • Enhanced reliability
    • The latest element technology is proven.
  • Enhanced safety
    • Safety of the top-level world (Simplified configuration with 4 mechanical sub-system, In-containment refueling water storage pit, *itilization of advanced accumulators)

Foundation of the U.S. Company Specialized in Nuclear Power Plant Business

Company name Mitsubishi Nuclear Energy Systems, Inc. (MNES)
President Kiyoshi Yamauchi (Senior Vice President, Mitsubishi Heavey Industries, LTD)
Capitalization US$4 million
Web Site http://www.mnes-us.com/
Scope of business
  • Activities related to the U.S. Neculear Regulartory Commision (NRC).
    a)Design Certification application for US-APWR
    b)Supporting utility customers' applications for Combined Construction & Operating License (COL) for the US-APWR
  • New Business development:
    a)Promoting the US-APWR to US utility customers.
    b)Replacement of major components for US existing nucler power plants, including reactor vessel closure heads, steam generators, etc.
    (MHI's current market share is more than 40%)
  • Local PR and marketing for nuclear business of MHI.
Office location HQ - Arlington, VA
BO - Pittsburgh, PA
　　　 Fort Mill, SC
　　　 Irving, TX

The business system in U.S.

[figure]The business system in U.S.

MNES: Activities to attract orders from electricity providers, activities relating to application for NRC Design Certification
MHI Nuclear Energy Systems: Design, manufacturing, construction, development
Architectural Engineering Companies: Alliance with MHI Nuclear Energy Systems and MNES

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