OREANDA-NEWS. November 26, 2013. AREVA has been awarded a major services and solutions contract to support EDF in the maintenance and operation of eight nuclear reactors.

The agreement covers a period of five years, with an option for two additional years, and relates to the provision of comprehensive site support services at the Chinon, Nogent, and Belleville nuclear power plants.

Services will include the coordination and performance of logistical, facility maintenance, handling, and lifting operations.

The contract will mobilize the experience and expertise of more than 400 group employees and will involve to the creation of over 200 jobs.

"The award of this contract demonstrates the group's ability to offer integrated and innovative solutions that meet the needs of its customers and strengthens the partnership between AREVA and EDF,” said Dominique Mockly, senior executive vice-president of AREVA's Back End business group.