Abu Dhabi: The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has hosted a Stakeholder Networking Forum in Abu Dhabi City, bringing together representatives from more than 30 governmental entities from across the UAE. Stakeholders learnt about the latest developments on the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program, as well as the latest progress updates on operational readiness preparations by the operating and maintenance subsidiary Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) for the first Unit of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.

The forum provided opportunities for networking, followed by progress updates and Q&A sessions.  

ENEC is working to develop the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in accordance with the highest international standards of quality and safety, while maintaining a high level of stakeholder cooperation and alignment.

The latest overall construction of the four units is more than 93%.  Unit 4 is more than 82% complete, Unit 3 is more than 91% and Unit 2 is more than 95%. Unit 1 construction is complete and the unit is currently undergoing commissioning and testing, prior to regulatory review and receipt of the Operating License for Unit 1, from the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR).

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About the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) is working to deliver clean, efficient and reliable electricity to the United Arab Emirates - energy that is needed to support the UAE’s social and economic growth.

Established by decree in December 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, ENEC represents all aspects of the UAE peaceful nuclear energy program.

Driven by a Culture of Safety, ENEC’s overriding priority is ensuring the safety of the UAE community, employees and the environment.

About Nawah Energy Company

A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Nawah has been mandated to safely operate and maintain Units 1 to 4 in Barakah in adherence to the highest standards of safety, security and quality, and to the UAE’s commitment of operational transparency.

About Barakah One Company

A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Barakah One is the company in charge of representing the financial and commercial interests of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant project.

For more information, visit: www.enec.gov.abudhabi 

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