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Framatome announced its industry-first, 100% PROtect E-ATF lead fuel assembly completed its second 24-month cycle (48 months total) in a U.S. nuclear power plant with DOE-funded development. The LFA contains 176 chromium-coated rods with chromia-enhanced pellets, was fabricated in Richland, Washington under a 2019 contract, and will enter its third cycle in spring 2027.

The BIS Innovation Hub Hong Kong Centre and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority published Part 1 key findings of Project Symbiosis on 17 October 2025, presenting the Net Emissions Optimiser (NEMO) proof-of-concept. The 19-page report outlines applied technology research showing how new technologies can reduce emissions information gaps for corporations, the financial sector and SMEs.