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title: "BWX backlog jumps 50% as DOE eyes nuclear financing"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286365658.md"
description: "BWX Technologies' order backlog surged 50% in 2025 to $7.3 billion, driven by demand in naval propulsion, commercial nuclear power, and special materials. The Department of Energy is considering billions in financing to assist utilities in pre-ordering reactor components to expedite nuclear plant construction. Additionally, NexGen Energy has received final approval for its Rook I uranium project and plans to commence full-scale construction this summer in northern Saskatchewan."
datetime: "2026-05-14T06:05:18.000Z"
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# BWX backlog jumps 50% as DOE eyes nuclear financing

Backlog growth surge: BWX Technologies' order backlog rose 50% in 2025 to $7.3 billion, driven by naval propulsion, commercial nuclear power, and special materials demand. US financing plans: The Department of Energy is weighing billions in financing to help utilities pre-order reactor components, aiming to speed nuclear plant construction. Rook I milestone: NexGen Energy secured final approval for its Rook I uranium project and plans to start full-scale construction this summer in northern Saskatchewan.

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