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SGL Carbon and X-energy announce capacity expansion for Nuclear-Grade Graphite

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3 August 2026

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Advanced Materials

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Europe

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Fusion42 · 3 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

SGL Carbon and X-energy have agreed to double SGL Carbon's production capacity for nuclear-grade graphite, a critical material for X-energy’s Xe-100 reactors. The expansion supports the nuclear supply chain and involves investment in European and U.S. manufacturing facilities, aiming to enable up to eight new reactors annually and bolster manufacturing readiness.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Advanced Materials, and 3 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face fresh supply chain clarity as graphite production for new nuclear reactors is doubling in Europe and expanding in the U.S. Secure partnerships now to ensure you access safety-critical materials for upcoming nuclear projects.

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3 sources · 3 Aug 2026

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