OREANDA-NEWS. On December 14, 2015 Russian fuel company of ROSATOM “TVEL” and the National Nuclear Energy Agency (BATAN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The signing ceremony took place at the past workshop in Jakarta titled “Modern Technologies & Solutions of the Russian Nuclear Industry” and organized by ROSATOM International Network (a ROSATOM corporation subsidiary) in cooperation with BATAN.

The MoU aims at creating the framework for the development of Russian-Indonesian cooperation in the field of nuclear fuel cycle (NFC).

“We highly appreciate the interest of Indonesia to the development of cooperation with Russia in nuclear technologies domain. Fuel company of ROSATOM is ready to offer Indonesian partners the modern and safe solutions in NFC field, as well as to develop mutually beneficial cooperation based on the rich experience gained during decades of our work”, said the representative of JSC “TVEL”.

According to a representative of BATAN, this document provides a solid basis for the implementation of joint projects in NFC field.

“Today, in Indonesia three research reactors are in operation, moreover the construction of a multipurpose experimental reactor is planned. We need reliable and experienced partners to ensure efficient and safe operation of current and future projects in nuclear industry. Being one of the leaders of the world nuclear fuel market, “TVEL” company is precisely such a partner”, said the representative of the National Nuclear Energy Agency of Indonesia.

The workshop “Modern Technologies & Solutions of the Russian Nuclear Industry” was held in Jakarta and was dedicated to the Russian experience in the application of various nuclear technologies. Besides “TVEL” representatives, delegates of other leading Russian nuclear industry companies made presentations.

From Indonesian side over 100 representatives of various ministries, agencies, and major companies attended the workshop.