What happened
US nuclear company X-energy has made new progress in the United Kingdom, where it is planning to build as many as 20 nuclear power plants.
The development comes as the UK continues to expand its nuclear energy footprint, with X-energy working alongside UK energy company Centrica, according to the report.
The item was published by TechNews on 16 September 2026.
Why it matters
The reported plan points to rising interest in small modular reactors as a category, with the UK market appearing to heat up.
If the effort advances, it would deepen the involvement of a US nuclear vendor in the UK's energy plans, though the supplied material does not specify timelines, capacity or investment.
Key facts
X-energy is a US nuclear company.
X-energy is planning to build up to 20 nuclear plants in the UK.
X-energy is working with UK energy company Centrica.
The UK is continuing to expand its nuclear energy layout.
What to watch next
Further details on the scope, siting and schedule of the planned plants, and how the partnership with Centrica develops.
Whether other SMR developers follow with UK announcements as the market warms up.
