DP World Launches Nuclear Energy Study at Port of Constanta in Romania in Port News 08/06/2026 DP World has signed an agreement with French research organisation Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives (CEA) and strategy specialist TerraWater Institute to launch a feasibility study into how Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology could help meet the long-term energy needs, growth and decarbonisation of the Port of Constanța in Romania. As ports electrify and grow, DP World sees access to reliable, low-carbon energy as critical to future competitiveness. Rising demand from electrified equipment, shore power, AI data centres, residential heating and industrial activity is placing greater pressure on existing energy systems, driving demand for stable and scalable power. Nuclear energy, including SMRs, has the potential to provide consistent, low-carbon electricity for port operations and wider industrial use. Romania is a long-standing leader in nuclear energy in Europe, with decades of operational experience and a strong focus on energy security and decarbonisation aligned with EU priorities. The study will model projected energy demand at the Port of Constanța from 2030 to 2050, evaluate integrated low-carbon energy systems, and assess the technical, strategic and economic feasibility of nuclear-based solutions. It will also examine safety standards and considerations for surrounding communities, drawing on CEA’s expertise in SMR design and nuclear safety, in line with DP World’s commitment to a “zero harm” approach across all its operations. The study is intended to inform future decision-making on how best to meet long-term energy needs for the port and the wider economy. Any future development would be subject to further technical assessment, regulatory review and stakeholder engagement. Nicholas Mazzei, VP Sustainability – Europe, DP World, said: “DP World sees the transition to a net zero economy not only as an environmental imperative, but