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MARAD and Core Power partner to advance nuclear-powered U.S. vessels
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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Maritime Administration (MARAD) and Core Power are partnering to develop nuclear-powered vessels in the United States, aiming to advance nuclear propulsion technology for maritime applications.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Maritime Tech, and 2 sources have reported it between 25 Aug 2026 and 28 Aug 2026.
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You must anticipate new supply chain and engineering demands as nuclear propulsion opens in US shipping. This partnership creates a direct route to government support for nuclear vessel tech development.
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2 sources · first reported 25 Aug 2026 · latest 28 Aug 2026
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