The Norwegian Nuclear Commission has chosen US-based Amentum and engineering consulting company Multiconsult Norge to study technology options for a potential nuclear power programme – the latest step in a process that could see the country deploy commercial nuclear plants for the first time.

Amentum, a US government and commercial services contractor, said the study will provide an overview of various reactor technologies and power plant designs, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and advanced modular reactors.

It will examine their technological maturity, estimated timeline for implementation and commercial availability, construction and operational costs, and their capability for flexible operation and associated costs.