Rosatom Expands Digital Horizons Alongside Nuclear Innovation
Rosatom, Russia’s state atomic energy corporation, is increasingly positioning itself as more than just a nuclear technology provider. Alongside its core role in maintaining Russia’s energy security — with nuclear power supplying over 20% of national electricity — the company is developing digital solutions that support reactor design, operational efficiency, and international cooperation.
From Engineering to Algorithms
Over the past few years, Rosatom has developed more than 70 proprietary digital products, with over 20 included in Russia’s national software registry. Many of these tools are integrated into its operations, covering areas such as engineering simulations, safety diagnostics, digital twins, and high-performance computing.
A prominent example is the Breakthrough (Proryv) project, which focuses on closing the nuclear fuel cycle using Generation IV reactors such as BN-1200 and BREST-300. These reactors are being designed with extensive use of digital modelling and automation, enabling longer operational lifespans (60+ years), predictive maintenance, and improved safety margins.
Digital twins — virtual replicas of plant components — are deployed for real-time monitoring and lifecycle analysis. Rosatom reports that predictive analytics using AI and machine learning are now assisting in forecasting component failures and optimizing routine maintenance schedules at several sites.
Digital Sovereignty and R&D Integration
In the context of import substitution and technological sovereignty, Rosatom plays a central role in Russia’s national software development programs. Its cooperation with the Russian Academy of Sciences aims to integrate emerging IT fields — including quantum technologies, big data, and extended reality — into industrial use cases.
The corporation also acts as a competence center for the national “Digital Economy” program. As part of this initiative, Rosatom contributes not only to nuclear sector digitization but also to cross-sectoral knowledge transfer within Russia’s broader industrial base.
Exporting Technology — Not Just Fuel
Internationally, Rosatom continues to lead in nuclear exports, with ongoing projects in Turkey, China, India, Egypt, Bangladesh, and Iran. Increasingly, its export offerings include digital packages — such as engineering design software, training modules in VR environments, and lifecycle management systems.
The company reports that digital tools are now part of nuclear safety, regulatory compliance, and decommissioning support in partner countries. Technologies such as 3D modelling and virtual walkthroughs are applied during planning and licensing phases, improving transparency and reducing risk.
A Strategic View of Digitization
According to Rosatom officials, digitization is not just an internal optimization tool but a strategic lever for maintaining competitiveness in global nuclear markets. While full details of its proprietary platforms remain undisclosed, the company emphasizes the role of digital systems in streamlining project execution and adapting to geopolitical constraints.
Looking ahead, Rosatom’s integration of nuclear and digital competencies positions it as a multidomain technology supplier — particularly relevant for countries seeking turnkey solutions that include infrastructure, education, and digital capacity building.
