Blykalla Breaks Ground on Advanced Reactor Testing Facility in Oskarshamn

Oskarshamn, Sweden

Blykalla breaks ground today on its Advanced Reactor Testing Site, an important step towards the industrialization and commercialization of its lead-cooled reactor technology. This facility marks a pivotal step in industrializing decades of research towards the goal of delivering clean, safe, and scalable baseload energy. 

Located at the OKG nuclear power plant on the Simpevarp Peninsula, this facility will house the electrical SEALER-E prototype reactor and aims to validate critical components and safety systems. The project is a collaborative effort including partners from Uniper, ABB, NCC and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and is funded by both private capital and public funding from the Swedish Energy Agency. 

As the first new building on a Swedish nuclear power site in over 40 years, the project signifies a historic milestone forward for Sweden’s nuclear renaissance. The groundbreaking ceremony is attended by Swedish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Ebba Busch. The first phase of construction is expected to be completed by June 2025 with tests starting during Q3 of 2025. 

About Blykalla

Blykalla is developing and building small modular reactors to deliver the next generation of clean energy. The innovative SEALER reactor utilizes liquid lead cooling and features unique safety elements and proprietary innovations. The company aims to provide necessary baseload energy to enable a complete transition to a fossil-free future and is actively collaborating with global partners to deliver Sweden’s next nuclear reactor within this decade. www.blykalla.com

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Alexandra Teorell, Head of Marketing
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