KHNP presented a plan for Czech industry localization in the completion of the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant at the Chamber of Deputies

KHNP presented to the Czech Minister of Industry and Trade, Lukáš Vlček, and members of the Economic Committee of the Chamber of Deputies an initial plan for involving Czech companies in the completion of new units at the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant. The event took place at the end of October at the Chamber of Deputies and was attended by leading representatives of industry associations and the largest Czech suppliers to the nuclear energy sector.

During the meeting, representatives of four key Czech nuclear energy suppliers shared updates on the current stage of negotiations between their companies and KHNP.

One of the speakers was Ivo Tichý, CEO of ZAT. According to him, interest in the Czech control system from the preferred supplier is currently at the stage of gathering initial information. ZAT has signed a general agreement on strategic cooperation with the KHNP group and its supplier Doosan Enerbility, which outlines the basic scope of possible deliveries.

“We have the competence, know-how, and references to supply control and management systems for the fifth unit of the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant, covering at least approximately 65 percent of the contract volume. However, preparation is needed, including securing technical and technological resources and starting certification work. Therefore, we need to know more specific requirements as soon as possible. It is almost necessary that contracts for future agreements with the largest Czech suppliers be signed even before the EPC contract is concluded,” says Ivo Tichý.

Jan Rafaj, President of the Confederation of Industry and Transport of the Czech Republic, agrees: “For me, this is a project of the century, especially regarding the involvement of Czech industry. There are mechanisms that allow us to protect Czech interests already in the EPC contract.” He emphasized the global competition among international companies supported by subsidies from parent companies and states. “The Czech Republic must protect our industry against hidden tools that may disadvantage Czech firms. The government and ČEZ must find mechanisms that push the limits of EU regulations to ensure support for Czech business,” Rafaj added.

Minister Lukáš Vlček and the attending MPs shared the same view. Further meetings to assess progress in cooperation between KHNP and Czech companies will take place in early February 2025.