On the road to energy independence
Published on 20 February 2024With the threat of power shortages looming, energy independence once again became a top strategic priority in France.


“ SPIE Nucléaire’s expertise and ability to innovate will help us rise to new challenges ahead.”

Nuclear power is now recognised as a low-carbon energy source. It also has a key role to play in achieving the energy transition. For all these reasons, €4.7 billion will be invested in the nuclear industry each year until 2035. Six new EPRs will be built between now and 2027, with an option for eight more. Naturally, in this environment, EDF needs to know it is working with companies that can ‘keep pace’ without ever compromising on quality requirements, which are extremely high in our industry. SPIE Nucléaire has been one such partner for many years now.
The teams know us well and make safety a priority. Another of SPIE Nucléaire’s unique strengths is that it is a turnkey operator, meaning it can collaborate with manufacturers in various fields. That makes a big difference in our business, where everything is cross-cutting. SPIE Nucléaire also stands out for its ability to proactively develop operational solutions that improve our performance. In 2022, for example, our contacts designed new calibration benches to check reactors’ pressure and temperature valves at the Penly power station. The new model is much safer to use than the previous equipment. I’m convinced that this abitlity to innovate will be an asset as we rise to new challenges in the years ahead.
of euros will be invested annually in the nuclear industry until 2035.
New EPRswill be built by 2027
An option for eight additional new EPRs

Interview with Emeric Lagoguet from EDF - Facing challenges of the nuclear industry
Interview with Emeric Lagoguet from EDF about the challenges of the nuclear industry in France. Emeric explains how SPIE Nucléaire’s expertise and ability to innovate will help rise to new challenges ahead.