Akkuyu NPP to become operational soon

Türkiye's Akkuyu nuclear plant under construction in Mersin is approaching a critical milestone as the commissioning of its first reactor enters its final phase, general manager of Akkuyu Nuclear Sergey Butckikh said.

According to him, work continues simultaneously on all four units of the plant.

“We are now carrying out commissioning activities, which involve testing all system components, verifying their functionality and preparing for safe operation. Once commissioning is complete, we will move into the operational launch phase for the first reactor," Butckikh said.

The general manager explained that some systems at the plant are designed for normal operation, while others serve as safety mechanisms.

According to Türkiye, the Akkuyu Nuclear Plant remains on track for 2026.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expects Turkey's GDP will increase by $50 billion with with the commissioning of the Akkuyu NPP.