UK and US Forge Nuclear Power Partnership During Trump’s Visit

U.S. President Donald Trump's state visit to Britain has catalyzed a landmark nuclear energy agreement. The UK and US will accelerate investments in next-generation modular reactors, with X-energy and Centrica spearheading a project for 12 units in northeast England. This initiative aims to streamline nuclear infrastructure development, offering faster deployment than traditional plants.

An £11 billion ($15 billion) parallel project will transform the Cottam coal power site into advanced data centers powered by small modular reactors. Holtec International leads this venture in collaboration with France's EDF and Tritax. Prime Minister Starmer emphasized these commitments mark the dawn of a 'golden age of nuclear' that promises long-term energy cost reductions.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright framed the commercial deals as a bilateral framework to unlock energy innovation. The agreements build upon July discussions between TRUMP and Starmer at the US leader's Scottish resort, signaling deepening transatlantic cooperation in clean energy technology.