Westinghouse is a global leader in the nuclear industry and a major employer providing highly skilled jobs in the north west of England at the nuclear licensed site at Springfields in Lancashire.
Springfields is one of the most advanced nuclear fuel manufacturing facilities in the world and supplies all the UK Advanced Gas-cooled Reactor (AGR) nuclear fuel which delivers around 32% of the UK’s clean energy as well as exporting other nuclear fuel products to customers worldwide.
As the UK transitions towards Net Zero carbon emissions in 2050, I am delighted that the Clean Energy Technology Park will be located at Springfields, which will ensure the site remains at the forefront of advancements in nuclear technology, providing highly skilled jobs and enabling innovation to flourish in the North West.
Providing global access
Nuclear licensed site with established operator serving UK and global markets
Development opportunities
80 hectares of secure premises with large areas available for development
Experts in nuclear
Over 75 years’ experience in the manufacture of nuclear fuel and related products and services
Prime location
Located in the North West of England, within the Northern Powerhouse and North West Nuclear Arc
World leader
Recognised as a world leader in safety, quality, environmental and technological standards; renowned for pioneering work
A nuclear licensed site
Site License allowing operations up to 100% U-235 enrichment across a wide range of facilities and capabilities related to fuel fabrication and nuclear materials management