Czech‑Korean Steering Committee Oversees Dukovany Nuclear Expansion
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Ministerial steering committee created to monitor Dukovany project – Czech Industry Minister Karel Havlíček and South Korean Trade Minister Jung‑Kwan Kim established the committee to track preparation and construction, pledging adherence to the approved timetable and budget while promoting strong Czech company involvement [1].
Direct contracts signed for turbine supply and permitting support – Energoprojekt Praha (part of the ÚJV Group) will manage permitting and licensing, and Doosan Enerbility together with Doosan Škoda Power will supply the turbine, the plant’s core component, marking a decisive step toward project execution [1].
KHNP chosen as preferred bidder; EPC contract valued at CZK 407 billion – The Czech government selected Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power in July 2024, and in June 2025 signed an engineering‑procurement‑construction agreement for two APR‑1000 units, targeting construction start in 2029 [1].
Around 160 companies now registering as potential suppliers – The registration drive reflects broad industry interest in providing equipment and services for the two new Dukovany units, indicating a sizable supply chain under development [1].
Czech officials emphasize domestic job creation and technology share – Havlíček pledged equal conditions and the highest possible Czech share in the project, while Doosan Škoda Power CEO Daniel Procházka highlighted Czech‑engineered turbines as essential for long‑term safe operation [1].
Current nuclear mix provides one‑third of Czech electricity – Four VVER‑440 units at Dukovany (operating 1985‑87) and two VVER‑1000 units at Temelín (2000‑02) supply a significant portion of national power, underscoring the strategic importance of the expansion [1].
- Karel Havlíček (Czech Minister of Industry and Trade) – “We pushed through the Dukovany project … we will continuously monitor the progress of preparation and construction.”
- Jung‑Kwan Kim (South Korean Minister of Trade, Industry and Resources) – “The Republic of Korea considers the Dukovany project a strategic partnership with the Czech Republic.”
- Park In‑sik (KHNP Executive Vice President for Overseas Projects) – “The fact that the contract for the delivery of the turbine … was signed today … is proof that the project is running according to plan.”
- Daniel Procházka (CEO, Doosan Škoda Power) – “We greatly appreciate KHNP's decision … turbines designed by Czech engineers … are an important factor for the future safe operation and service of the turbines.”
- Seung‑Woo Sohn (Executive Vice President, Doosan Enerbility) – “Doosan Enerbility … are dedicating all their potential to the successful completion of this project … fully committed to providing all the necessary support.”
- Martin Ruščák (General Director, ÚJV Řež) – “Today's signing is an important start to the cooperation … our many years of experience … are valuable to the Korean side.”