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Naarea Hexagonal Fast Reactor — France

Developer
Naarea
Capacity
40 MWe
Last updated
5/16/2026

Project overview

Reactor type
MSR
Announced
1/1/2021
Projected operational
12/31/2033

Notes

Naarea is developing a hexagonal fast reactor using molten salt technology at Step 2 of the French ASNR regulatory review (preparatory review). Naarea and Thorizon have teamed up on molten salt reactor development. The company targets industrial heat and remote power applications. Naarea is part of France's vibrant private nuclear startup ecosystem energised by the France 2030 €1 billion SMR investment programme.

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