Framatome has June announced the creation of Framatome Belgium, a new subsidiary specialising in nuclear engineering and service solutions. This engineering centre of excellence aims to strengthen Framatome’s European presence and to support life extension projects, new construction, and dismantling of nuclear installations as the European nuclear industry faces new challenges.

“Framatome Belgium marks a step forward in our relationship with the country and our customers in the region” said Bernard Fontana, CEO of Framatome. “We have a long history of supporting nuclear research and electricity production programs for our Belgian customers.”

Framatome Belgium is based in Brussels and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Framatome. Its team of experts will support various European projects and worksites.