Australia-based Bannerman Energy has entered into a financing agreement with CNNC Overseas Limited (CNOL), a subsidiary of China National Nuclear Corp (CNNC), for construction of its Etango uranium project in Namibia.
The agreement will see CNOL invest up to USD321.5m (€271m) for a 45% interest in Bannerman Energy (UK) (JVCo), which owns 95% of the Etango project.
The transaction establishes a long-term development and operating partnership with CNNC, which is one of the world’s biggest nuclear utilities.
Want to keep reading?
Register free and get full access to NucNet for 14 days. No card required.
- Daily news briefing on the global nuclear industry
- Weekly, monthly and topical newsletters
- 24/7 coverage during nuclear incidents and safety events
- Full searchable archive, 30,000+ articles since 1991
- SMR and AMR project database
- Analysis, Focus pieces and infographics
- NucNet Style Guide for nuclear reporters and communicators
After the trial, keep a free account for a newsletter and a complimentary Plus article every two weeks. Or see our subscription plans for individuals and organisations.
See subscription options