Fostering the safe and secure transport of spent fuel in the United Kingdom

Spent nuclear fuel is highly radioactive and during transport it can be a potential target of theft or sabotage. Therefore, its transport between facilities requires careful planning and the implementation of numerous safety and  Abstract security measures. In the United Kingdom, which has 15 nuclear power reactors, specialized companies have been safely and securely transporting spent fuel both within the country and from overseas over the past several decades, covering a total distance of more than 19 million kilometres. A strong regulatory framework and effective communication between stakeholders have been key to their success, industry players have said.