June 12, 2025 - Toronto, Canada – Kinectrics announced today that Nuclear Laboratory Partners of Canada (NLPC), led by primary joint venture partners, BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT), Kinectrics and Amentum, and a key subcontractor, Battelle, has been selected by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) as the preferred bidder for the management and operations of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Ltd. (CNL).
Nuclear Laboratories Partners of Canada Inc. will assume responsibility of CNL, with Dennis Carr as president and CEO, on Sept. 13, 2025, following a transition period that will commence in the coming weeks. The contract, valued at C$1.2 billion per year on average, is for six years with extension periods that can be exercised based on performance for up to a total of 20 years.
Kinectrics contributes decades of experience owning and operating specialized nuclear energy focused laboratories and facilities in Canada, as well as a strong history of commercializing nuclear generation technologies. In addition, the company offers full lifecycle services to the nuclear industry, with deep capabilities spanning science and technology, decommissioning and waste management, and major capital improvement projects.
Kinectrics is proud to be part of the GoCo team supporting CNL’s vital mission to advance Canada’s nuclear leadership. Our deep roots in nuclear innovation, coupled with our global infrastructure and technical expertise, align strongly with CNL’s vision of driving science and technology to meet national priorities. We are committed to delivering results that enhance safety, enable clean energy, and support Canada’s future through excellence in nuclear research and operations.
As Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, CNL is a world leader in developing nuclear technology for peaceful and innovative applications. The laboratory maintains a critical portfolio of work that includes development of clean energy sources, innovations in nuclear medicine, and restoration and protection of Canada’s environment.
Under this new contract, CNL will specifically focus on science and technology, decommissioning and waste management, and Chalk River revitalization missions. The Chalk River Laboratories represent the largest single complex within Canada’s science and technology infrastructure. The site contains several licensed nuclear facilities and more than 50 other unique facilities and laboratories.
Kinectrics , a division of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), is the category leader in providing lifecycle management services for the electricity industry. Trusted by clients worldwide, our expertise in engineering, testing, inspection, and certification is backed by our independent laboratory and testing facilities, a diverse fleet of field inspection equipment and an award-winning team of over 1,300 engineers and technical experts. From initial design and type testing to operational deployment and maintenance services, Kinectrics collaborates closely with customers to ensure that utility assets perform safely, reliably and efficiently throughout their entire lifecycle.
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