Russia Delivers Core Control System for Turkey’s First Akkuyu Reactor

Large-scale Supply for a Strategic Project

State corporation Rosatom has completed the delivery of the automated process control system (APCS) equipment for Unit 1 of the Akkuyu NPP in Turkey. The shipment consisted of 42,000 units of equipment weighing a total of 555 tonnes, including control cabinets, controllers, computing modules, and auxiliary components. The equipment was manufactured by Rosatom Automated Control Systems JSC, part of Rosatom’s APCS and Electrical Engineering division.

The system ensures monitoring and control over all key reactor unit parameters, as well as technological processes across the plant. In essence, it functions as the “nervous system” of the nuclear power plant, with overall safety and operational stability of the unit depending on its performance.

Key Stage Before Grid Connection

The completed delivery marks significant progress in preparing the Turkish facility for commissioning. Most safety and control subsystems have already been installed. The next stages include the full installation and adjustment of APCS equipment, followed by comprehensive inspections as part of the cold and hot reactor testing procedures, which will certify operational readiness.

The first power unit of the Akkuyu NPP is scheduled to begin electricity generation in 2026. The project is implemented under the BOO (build-own-operate) model, a first for the global nuclear industry.

“The latest VVER-1200 units are equipped with state-of-the-art APCS components developed on the basis of extensive experience in the Russian nuclear industry. These solutions ensure a high level of operational safety. Our specialists are now completing installation and commissioning of the APCS and integrating it with the infrastructure of the first power unit.”

Sergey Butskikh

General Director of Akkuyu Nuclear JSC

Strategic Importance for Russia and Turkey

Akkuyu will be Turkey’s first nuclear power plant and will consist of four power units, each equipped with a VVER-1200 reactor rated at 1200 MW. Located in Mersin Province on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, the plant will supply electricity to more than 10 regions, providing power for over 12 million residents.

The delivery of the APCS demonstrates Russia’s competitiveness in the international nuclear energy market and reinforces Rosatom’s role as a full-cycle technology provider.

Export Case for Russian Nuclear Automation

Rosatom Automated Control Systems JSC acts as an industry integrator, applying decades of experience in designing, manufacturing, modernizing, and servicing APCS platforms across all stages of nuclear plant lifecycle support. The company continues to expand its expertise in import substitution and localized software-hardware solutions, strengthening Rosatom’s technological independence.

The Akkuyu project is expected to become a reference case for promoting Russian APCS solutions in other countries where Rosatom is involved in nuclear infrastructure development.

Long-term Export Potential

For Turkey, the commissioning of Akkuyu is a strategic step toward energy independence. The country intends to reach a total nuclear capacity of 20 GW by 2050, developing both large reactors and modular technologies. The Russian APCS supply strengthens long-term cooperation between the two countries in nuclear technology.

All four Akkuyu units are expected to be completed in the medium term, with Russia providing both automated systems and service support.