Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe has signed an amendment enabling detailed design work and site preparations for Poland’s first commercial nuclear power station, keeping the project on track for operation in the late 2030s amidst ongoing negotiations for the final EPC contract.
Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) has signed an amendment to its Engineering Development Agreement (EDA) with the Westinghouse‑Bechtel consortium that will allow the next stage of preparatory work for Poland’s first commercial nuclear power station to proceed while negotiations over the final engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract continue, the trade publication NucNet reported.
According to the NucNet report, the amendment enables detailed design work for the nuclear island, turbine island and balance of plant, and clears the way for expanded geotechnical campaigns. PEJ said the next phase of surveys is scheduled for 2026 and will include about 1,000 boreholes totalling some 15 km of drilling and roughly 7,000 laboratory tests. Earthworks to level the site and build temporary internal roads are due to start in the first half of the year, and procurement of long‑lead items will continue, the company added.
PEJ president Marek Woszczyk was quoted as saying: “In terms of the current negotiations, we want to proceed reasonably quickly, which is why the amendment signed today allows us to continue talks on the EPC contract, focusing on quality, with no negative impact on the project”. The company said some work originally intended for the EPC has been brought forward into the amended EDA to protect the project schedule.
The project envisages three Westinghouse AP1000 reactor units at the Lubiatowo‑Kopalino site in Pomeranian Voivodeship on the Baltic coast. The original EDA was signed on 28 April 2025 at a ceremony attended by the US energy secretary and Polish prime minister, according to a statement from the US Department of Energy, which described the initiative as part of a wider US‑Poland civil nuclear cooperation effort. Bechtel and Westinghouse have issued parallel statements outlining the EDA’s role in advancing site development, regulatory documentation and geological studies ahead of an EPC agreement targeted for the end of 2025.
Financial backing for the scheme has shown strong early interest. PEJ said it has received 26 preliminary bank offers to support debt financing, with total indicative support several times larger than the required debt. The European Commission on 9 December approved public aid estimated at PLN 60 billion, a measure PEJ and government officials say unlocks broader financing. The company has described total capital expenditure for the programme at around €42 billion in nominal terms, with debt planned to cover about 70% of the cost and the remainder to come from the state budget.
The European Commission’s statement indicated the plant is scheduled to begin operation in the second half of the 2030s. Poland’s energy minister Milosz Motyka told a press conference: “We can now freely begin the next investment steps.” Industry participants and governments involved portray the amendment as a pragmatic step to maintain momentum while technical and commercial terms for the EPC are finalised.
Observers note the amendment preserves schedule flexibility but does not remove remaining commercial and regulatory milestones. The EPC contract will ultimately define risk allocation, detailed costs and delivery timelines, and its finalisation will be critical to converting preparatory works into full construction. According to Bechtel, the EDA remains effective until execution of the EPC agreement, which the consortium and PEJ have been targeting by the end of 2025.
As Poland moves to diversify its power mix and decarbonise industry, the project is being framed by government and consortium statements as a strategic, long‑term investment in energy security. The company claims the staged approach embodied in the amended EDA balances timely progress on site preparations with continued negotiation of the contractual framework that will govern the multi‑billion‑euro build.
- https://www.nucnet.org/news/poland-signs-amendment-allowing-next-stage-of-nuclear-project-to-go-ahead-12-1-2025 – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.nucnet.org/news/poland-signs-amendment-allowing-next-stage-of-nuclear-project-to-go-ahead-12-1-2025 – On 29 December 2025, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) signed an amendment with the US-based Westinghouse-Bechtel consortium, enabling the next phase of Poland’s first commercial nuclear power station. This amendment, part of the Engineering Development Agreement (EDA), allows for continued design and fieldwork, including in-depth geological surveys, ensuring the project schedule remains on track while finalising the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract. ([nucnet.org](https://www.nucnet.org/news/poland-signs-amendment-allowing-next-stage-of-nuclear-project-to-go-ahead-12-1-2025?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.bechtel.com/press-releases/polands-first-nuclear-plant-moves-forward-with-westinghouse-bechtel-pej-agreement/ – On 28 April 2025, Bechtel, Westinghouse, and Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) signed an Engineering Development Agreement (EDA) to advance the three-unit AP1000® nuclear project in Choczewo, Pomeranian Voivodeship. The EDA outlines critical preparatory efforts, including site development, regulatory documentation, and geological studies, necessary to secure permits and maintain construction momentum. The agreement is effective until the execution of the EPC agreement, targeted for the end of 2025. ([bechtel.com](https://www.bechtel.com/press-releases/polands-first-nuclear-plant-moves-forward-with-westinghouse-bechtel-pej-agreement/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.energy.gov/articles/united-states-signs-agreement-advance-american-civil-nuclear-deal-poland – On 28 April 2025, U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright joined the Westinghouse/Bechtel Consortium, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ), and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in signing the Engineering Development Agreement (EDA) for Poland’s first AP-1000 nuclear power plant. This agreement is part of a larger nuclear energy security deal worth tens of billions of dollars to build large-scale civil nuclear reactors in Poland, with construction expected to begin in 2026. ([energy.gov](https://www.energy.gov/articles/united-states-signs-agreement-advance-american-civil-nuclear-deal-poland?utm_source=openai))
- https://pej.pl/en/press-center/news/pej-and-westinghouse-bechtel-consortium-sign-the-eda/ – On 28 April 2025, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) and the Westinghouse-Bechtel Consortium signed the Engineering Development Agreement (EDA), ensuring the continuity of Poland’s first nuclear power project in Pomerania. The agreement is based on solid foundations, a well-thought-out structure, and a clear division of responsibilities, maintaining the highest technological and safety standards while ensuring reasonable costs and responsible risk and schedule management. ([pej.pl](https://pej.pl/en/press-center/news/pej-and-westinghouse-bechtel-consortium-sign-the-eda/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.bechtel.com/press-releases/westinghouse-and-bechtel-solidify-project-team-for-ap1000-nuclear-power-program-in-poland/ – On 25 May 2023, Westinghouse Electric Company, Bechtel, and Polish utility Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe signed an agreement defining the principles of their cooperation in the design and construction of Poland’s first nuclear power plant. The agreement sets out a plan for the delivery of the project and confirms the implementation of the next major stage of Poland’s flagship nuclear energy initiative. ([bechtel.com](https://www.bechtel.com/press-releases/westinghouse-and-bechtel-solidify-project-team-for-ap1000-nuclear-power-program-in-poland/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.bechtel.com/newsroom/press-releases/westinghouse-and-bechtel-sign-consortium-agreement-for-first-nuclear-power-plant-in-poland/ – On 21 September 2023, Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel announced the signing of a formal agreement to partner on the design and construction of Poland’s first nuclear power plant at the Lubiatowo-Kopalino site in Pomerania. This agreement marks another important milestone on the journey to commercial operation for Poland’s first AP1000® nuclear reactor in 2033. ([bechtel.com](https://www.bechtel.com/newsroom/press-releases/westinghouse-and-bechtel-sign-consortium-agreement-for-first-nuclear-power-plant-in-poland/?utm_source=openai))
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Freshness check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative is recent, with the amendment signed on 29 December 2025. The earliest known publication date of similar content is 29 December 2025. The report is based on a press release from Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ), which typically warrants a high freshness score. No discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes were found. The content has not been republished across low-quality sites or clickbait networks. No earlier versions show different figures, dates, or quotes. The article includes updated data and does not recycle older material. No similar content has appeared more than 7 days earlier. The update justifies a higher freshness score and should not be flagged.
Quotes check
Score:
10
Notes:
The direct quote from Marek Woszczyk, President of PEJ, appears to be original, with no identical matches found online. No identical quotes appear in earlier material, indicating potentially original or exclusive content. No variations in quote wording were noted.
Source reliability
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative originates from a reputable organisation, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ), a state-owned company responsible for Poland’s nuclear energy programme. The report is based on a press release from PEJ, which is a reliable source. No unverifiable entities are mentioned in the report.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative’s claims are plausible and consistent with recent developments in Poland’s nuclear energy programme. The report aligns with information from other reputable outlets, such as the European Commission’s approval of public aid for the project. The narrative includes specific factual anchors, including names, institutions, and dates. The language and tone are consistent with official communications from PEJ. The structure is focused and relevant to the claim, with no excessive or off-topic detail. The tone is formal and appropriate for a corporate press release.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is recent, originating from a reputable source, and presents plausible claims with specific factual anchors. No issues with freshness, quotes, source reliability, or plausibility were identified.
