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Meralco, US firm ink deal for nuclear reactors study
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Fusion42 · 1 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Meralco and its unit MGen signed an agreement with US engineering firm Sargent & Lundy for a $2.8 million US Trade and Development Agency-funded feasibility study on deploying small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) in the Philippines, aiming to complete the study by Q4 2027.
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The Philippines is preparing for nuclear power with US help, opening a new energy market while raising the bar on safety and expertise. If you build advanced energy tech or advisory services, this study creates a pathway to engage decision makers now.
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