Europe must introduce a cohesive advanced modular reactor (AMR) strategy to help develop new nuclear technology in the region or face being fast overtaken by the US and China, leading manufacturers said in a letter to the European Commission.

In the letter, signed by Thorizon, Blykalla, Newcleo and Saltfoss Energy, the companies said Europe must act now to help secure its energy independence, industrial competitiveness and long-term strategic autonomy. All four companies are developing advanced nuclear technologies.