Italy's Ansaldo Energia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Uzbekistan's Uzatom Atomic Energy Agency to explore collaboration in advanced nuclear technologies and the development of small modular reactors.

Enel, Ansaldo Energia and Leonardo have signed the constitution for the establishment of Nuclitalia, a company that will be in charge of studying advanced technologies and analysing market opportunities in the new nuclear sector.

A full-scale model of innovative reactor developer Newcleo's TL-40 lead-cooled fast reactor for maritime applications is being displayed at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. Newcleo said the exhibit is aimed at "redefining the image of nuclear energy".

Work has begun at Italy's Garigliano nuclear power plant to dismantle an old radioactive waste system, used during the plant's operation to manage radioactive liquid effluents. A new system was put into operation in 2022 for the treatment of such waste.

Italy has established a national committee whose main objective is to overcome the critical issues related to the denial to transport or accept a shipment of radioactive material (denial of shipment), even if compliant with all regulatory requirements, including documentation.

Work has started to demolish and subsequently reconstruct an interim storage facility for low-level radioactive waste at the Caorso nuclear power plant site. The new facility will meet the most recent safety standards required by industry regulations and legislation.

Innovative reactor developer Newcleo said it has "deep appreciation" for the Italian government's "strategic interest and support for the company" after two ministers said the government plans to invest in the company as part of the country's reintroduction of nuclear energy.

France-based Newcleo is to collaborate with Italian designer, manufacturer and installer of machinery and plants for the iron and steel industry Danieli Group on integrating Newcleo's lead-cooled fast reactors with Danieli's steelmaking technology.

Italy's Council of Ministers has approved a draft law calling for the government to adopt a series of legislative decrees to create the legal framework for the reintroduction of nuclear power, which was phased out following a referendum in 1987.