Russian construction milestones

Construction work continues at various new nuclear power plant projects in Russia, with several milestones – including the delivery of major pieces of equipment – having recently been achieved.

Reactor internals equipment has been delivered for installation at unit 1 of the Novovoronezh Phase II plant, which comprises two AES-2006 VVER-1200 pressurized water reactors (PWRs). Meanwhile, work has started on welding the main circulation pipe in the reactor building of the unit. This pipe connects the main equipment of the primary loops: the reactor, steam generators and the reactor coolant pumps. New automated orbital welding technology – specifically designed for use at Novovoronezh Phase II – is being employed.http://energyandnuclear.com/2013/03/01/russian-construction-milestones/
Construction of Novovoronezh II units 1 and 2 began in June 2008 and July 2009, respectively, with start-up expected in 2014 and 2016.