USDOT, Port of Corpus Christi Partner on Nuclear Maritime Tech
The USDOT and Port of Corpus Christi have signed an agreement to partner on nuclear maritime technology, specifically small modular reactors (SMRs).
The partnership will explore innovative applications for SMRs, including microgrids and advanced vessel propulsion systems. This move aims to revitalize US shipbuilding and reduce fuel costs.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the potential of SMRs to reshape America's maritime sector and bolster supply chains.
The Port of Corpus Christi is a major energy hub, with 81% growth in liquefied natural gas exports since 2022.