Long Beach and MARAD to Study Small Nuclear Reactors for Ports and Ships

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Long Beach and MARAD to Study Small Nuclear Reactors for Ports and Ships

https://maritime-executive.com/article/long-beach-and-marad-to-study-small-nuclear-reactors-for-ports-and-ships

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Port of Long Beach California

The Port of Long Beach and the U.S. Maritime Administration signed a memorandum to evaluate the integration of small modular reactors for port operations and vessel propulsion. The collaboration involves federal agencies in establishing safety standards and operational protocols for nuclear-powered shipping. This initiative aims to support the port's long-term expansion goals while testing new maritime energy technologies.

The Port of Long Beach became the first port in the United States to sign a Memorandum of Cooperation with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Mar...

Demand for reliable electricity sources is forecast to grow substantially as the Port of Long Beach pursues a goal to double container volume by 2050. It is already one of the largest ports in the United States, having handled a record of nearly 9.9 million TEU in 2025. In the first half of 2026, it has handled more than 4.8 million TEU, and the port continues to grow as the home to key industries.

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https://maritime-executive.com/article/long-beach-and-marad-to-study-small-nuclear-reactors-for-ports-and-ships