The contract is valued at RON213.7 million and includes the construction of six spent fuel storage modules and a high-capacity gantry crane.
“(…) In previous projects, we have demonstrated quality and precision in environments with high technical and safety requirements. Our portfolio includes similar past works for DICA, the construction of Romania’s only new hyperbolic cooling tower in the last 30 years, as well as numerous rehabilitations, modernizations, and upgrades for major energy companies. This know-how allows us to deliver with rigor and predictability,” stated Catalin Visan, Deputy General Manager, Concelex.
The newly signed contract with Nuclearelectrica covers the construction of DICA modules 18–23, including equipping them with spent fuel storage cylinders and related components, installation and fencing works, as well as the design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of a gantry crane.
“(…) Following our involvement in converting existing structures at Unit 5 from a nuclear power plant function to other supporting objectives useful during the operational life of Units 1 and 2, and future Units 3 and 4 of CNE Cernavodă, this new project represents a natural step in strengthening Bog’Art’s commitment to supporting critical energy-sector investments alongside strong partners, within an ambitious timeline and with community responsibility,” said Sorin Greu, General Manager, Bog’Art.
Work will begin this month and will be carried out in phases over a 10-year period. The first module, 18, is scheduled for completion by December 2026. The modules will use MACSTOR 400 technology, providing enhanced storage security and more efficient use of DICA’s capacity.
The expansion of the Spent Fuel Interim Storage facility at CNE Cernavodă aligns with the ongoing re-technology project for Unit 1, which will extend its operational life by another 30-year cycle, as well as the development of Units 3 and 4, creating a need for additional storage capacity.
Concelex ended 2024 with a turnover of RON1.26 billion. The company currently has some 1,000 employees and ore than 100 active construction sites.