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Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market - Global Industry Analysis (2019 - 2022), Growth Trends, and Market Forecast (2023 - 2030)

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  • 155 Pages
  • April 2023
  • Region: Global
  • Fairfield Market Research
  • ID: 5792594

The traditional nuclear industry is cost intensive. Green energy on the other hand has been expanding its roots on the back of the worldwide depleting interest in nuclear power. The industry is thus emphasizing the development of alternatives in forms of small and mid-sized nuclear power reactors such as small modular reactors (SMRs). The growing need for decommissioning, and mounting costs of conventional nuclear reactors point to more efficient, or equivalent alternatives. Typical delays associated with large nuclear reactors also tend to restrict the nuclear power deployment to a large extent. The entire scenario paves the way for the establishment of alternative technologies like SMR. Exhibiting a strong CAGR during the forecast period, the global small modular reactor market is slated to reach US$9 Bn in revenue by the end of 2030. More SMR capacities are likely to be added worldwide, toward the end of this decade, as the concerns around affordably priced energy security achieved with the use of safer and more efficient systems continue to aggravate.

Key Insights and Trends Across Global Small Modular Reactor Market

  • The market for small modular reactors will experience nearly 9.5% growth in revenue between 2023 and 2030
  • The study reports five operational SMR plants all over the world, in the year 2022
  • SMR prospects look promising especially in China, Russia, and India
  • A majority of approximately 60 power reactors that are currently under construction are located in China, Russia, and India

The Cost and Performance Benefit Drives Preference for SMR Technology

When compared with traditional nuclear power plants, the small modular reactor plants prove to be potentially beneficial as the overall CAPEX is nearly 3x-5x lower. As the electricity generated through SMR technology offers a measurable cost benefit over the traditional nuclear power plant-generated electricity, the preference for the former is poised to ascend year over year. This is likely to accelerate the pace of the small modular reactor market growth.

Primacy of Pressurized Water Reactors Prevails

Based on the analysis of the global small modular reactor market by reactor type, the pressurized water reactor (PWR) segment is estimated to retain dominance over the other two segments, i.e., pressurized heavy water reactor (PHWR), and other types. The PWR category accounted for nearly 66.7% share of the total market valuation in 2022 and will remain the leading segment through the end of 2030. The report attributes this to competitive costs, greater operational stability, and higher safety quotient.

China, and Russia Remain Significant

Banking on the highest installation capacity, Asia Pacific led the global small modular reactor market in 2022. The region currently accounts for the lion’s share in terms of value, which is over 80%, and the trend will continue till the end of projection period. China secures the top spot based on the installed capacity as the country remains the globally leading electricity consumer that offers a strong impetus to nuclear power generators.

The US as it reigns supreme in R&D of the small modular reactor technology will remain the global leader in the small modular reactor industry. North America will thus remain a substantial pocket for SMR manufacturers, as well as investors. On the other side, Canada is also expected to remain significant in terms of the development, and deployment of small modular reactors, on the back of Canada's Small Modular Reactor Action Plan.

The report indicates Russia’s indispensable role in upholding the dominance of the European small modular reactor market. Besides, Serbia also reflects high growth potential owing to greater interest of the country in the small modular reactor technology.

Leaders in Global Small Modular Reactor Industry

GE, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., China National Nuclear Corporation, Rolls Royce, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), General Atomics, Korea Electric Power Corporation, Holtec International, Bechtel Corporation, NuScale Power, LLC., and BWX Technologies Inc. represent some of the prominent players leading the competition landscape of the global small modular reactor market.

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.2.4. Economic Trends
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. SWOT Analysis
2.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.6. COVID-19 & Russia-Ukraine War Impacts
2.6.1. Supply Chain
2.6.2. End-user Customer Impact Analysis
3. Small Modular Reactor- Existing and Upcoming Project Details
4. Global Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, 2019 - 2030
4.1. Global Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Configuration, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
4.1.1.2. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)
4.1.1.3. Others
4.1.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Configuration
4.2. Global Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. North America
4.2.1.2. Europe
4.2.1.3. Asia Pacific
4.2.1.4. Rest of the World
4.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Region
5. North America Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, 2019 - 2030
5.1. North America Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Configuration, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
5.1.1.2. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)
5.1.1.3. Others
5.2. North America Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. U.S. Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
5.2.1.2. Canada Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
6. Europe Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, 2019 - 2030
6.1. Europe Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Configuration, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
6.1.1.2. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)
6.1.1.3. Others
6.2. Europe Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Russia Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
6.2.1.2. Rest of Europe Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
7. Asia Pacific Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, 2019 - 2030
7.1. Asia Pacific Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Configuration, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
7.1.1.2. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)
7.1.1.3. Others
7.2. Asia Pacific Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
7.2.1. Key Highlights
7.2.1.1. China Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
7.2.1.2. India Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
7.2.1.3. Rest of Asia Pacific Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8. Rest of the World (RoW) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, 2019 - 2030
8.1. Rest of the World (RoW) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Configuration, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
8.1.1.2. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)
8.1.1.3. Others
8.2. Rest of the World (RoW) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Saudi Arabia Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.2.1.2. Brazil Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.2.1.3. UAE Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.2.1.4. Kuwait Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
8.2.1.5. Others Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Market, Value (US$ Mn) & Capacity (MW), 2019 - 2030
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
9.2. Strategic Collaborations
9.3. Company Profiles
9.3.1. Bechtel Corporation
9.3.1.1. Company Overview
9.3.1.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.1.3. Financial Overview
9.3.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.2. BWX Technologies Inc.
9.3.2.1. Company Overview
9.3.2.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.2.3. Financial Overview
9.3.2.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.3. GE
9.3.3.1. Company Overview
9.3.3.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.3.3. Financial Overview
9.3.3.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.4. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd
9.3.4.1. Company Overview
9.3.4.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.4.3. Financial Overview
9.3.4.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.5. Holtec International
9.3.5.1. Company Overview
9.3.5.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.5.3. Financial Overview
9.3.5.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.6. General Atomics
9.3.6.1. Company Overview
9.3.6.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.6.3. Financial Overview
9.3.6.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.7. Rolls Royce
9.3.7.1. Company Overview
9.3.7.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.7.3. Financial Overview
9.3.7.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.8. Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
9.3.8.1. Company Overview
9.3.8.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.8.3. Financial Overview
9.3.8.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.9. NuScale Power, LLC.
9.3.9.1. Company Overview
9.3.9.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.9.3. Financial Overview
9.3.9.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.10. Korea Electric Power Corporation
9.3.10.1. Company Overview
9.3.10.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.10.3. Financial Overview
9.3.10.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.3.11. China National Nuclear Corporation
9.3.11.1. Company Overview
9.3.11.2. Product Portfolio
9.3.11.3. Financial Overview
9.3.11.4. Business Strategies and Development
10. Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology
10.2. Report Assumptions
10.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Bechtel Corporation
  • China National Nuclear Corporation
  • BWX Technologies Inc.
  • GE
  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
  • Holtec International
  • General Atomics
  • Rolls Royce
  • Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
  • NuScale Power

Methodology

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