Orano sees 10 more years for Niger uranium project : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News

Orano sees 10 more years for Niger uranium project : Uranium & Fuel - World Nuclear News: France intends to ensure the continuity of uranium production in northern Niger, Nicolas Maes, head of Orano's mining business unit, said following an 11 March audience with Nigerien Prime Minister Birgi Rafini. This will mean ensuring that Orano subsidiary Somaïr can continue operating for as long as possible, or at least until the Imouraren project resumes, he said.