SEOUL — South Korea’s state-run utility and its Czech counterpart have completed a series of comprehensive review sessions regarding their multi-billion-dollar nuclear power plant initiative, confirming that key timelines remain firmly on track.

Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) hosted a four-day delegation from EDU II—the project client for the Dukovany nuclear expansion—at its Radiation Health Institute in Seoul. The high-level gathering brought together approximately 30 officials from the Czech side, led by EDU II CEO Petr Závodský, alongside 70 representatives from the South Korean consortium, commonly known as Team Korea.

During the multi-day discussions, both parties evaluated progress across various operational sectors. Officials reaffirmed that preparations are advancing smoothly toward major upcoming milestones, specifically the submission of the official construction permit application in April of next year, followed by the groundbreaking ceremony slated for November 2029.

Beyond construction schedules, the two sides focused on workforce development strategies, including comprehensive training and education frameworks for future plant operators. Discussions also explored cooperative measures to maximize the involvement of local Czech businesses within the nuclear supply chain.

"We are maintaining a close partnership with our client to ensure that every facet of the project, from engineering to construction, is executed systematically and adheres strictly to our established milestones," said Choi Il-kyung, Vice President of Project Management at KHNP.

[ⓒ Global Economic Times. 무단전재-재배포 금지]