UAE nuclear plant reaches milestone

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (Enec) announced the completion of Cold Hydrostatic Testing (CHT) at Unit 1 in Barakah.

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ABU DHABI // A crucial milestone was reached on Tuesday in preparing the UAE’s nuclear power plant for commercial operations.

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (Enec) announced the completion of Cold Hydrostatic Testing (CHT) at Unit 1 in Barakah.

The CHT checks that welds, joints, pipes and components of the reactor coolant system and associated high-pressure systems meet quality standards, as per the regulations of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (Fanr).

During the testing, previously processed water filled the primary circuit and was circulated by the reactor coolant pumps. These pumps will help to maintain a safe temperature inside the reactor during operations.

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