US-based Westinghouse Electric Company has signed a pilot contract with Hungary’s state-owned MVM Group for the supply of nuclear fuel for the Paks nuclear power station, a statement said.

Under the contract, Westinghouse will provide fuel for the Russia-designed VVER-440 pressurised water reactor units at Paks.

Westinghouse said deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2028 following completion of the necessary licensing procedures. The company said the fuel will be manufactured in its Europe-based facilities.