EDF's NUWARD SMR has been redesigned as a 400 MWe plant (two 200 MWe reactors) based on proven Gen III+ PWR technology, abandoning more novel design elements after cost concerns emerged in 2024. Design finalisation is targeted for mid-2026. Selected as one of nine EU SMR Alliance projects. Eight European nuclear regulators are conducting a third-phase joint safety review. France 2030 investment programme provides state backing. EDF is simultaneously pursuing a technology-agnostic strategy, partnering with Holtec for UK data centre deployments.