Thorcon project takes forward step in Indonesia

August 6, 2025, 9:30AMNuclear News
Concept art of Thorcon’s transportable MSR plant. (Image: Thorcon International)

Thorcon International has received official approval from BAPETEN, Indonesia’s nuclear regulator, for a site evaluation plan and site evaluation management system plan for the country’s Kelasa location. According to Thorcon, it is the first-ever nuclear power plant–related licensing approval from the Indonesian government, and it marks the completion of the first step of the company’s nuclear power plant licensing campaign in the country.

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