Hualong One and Linglong One: China Nuclear Power Technology Takes Flight With 41 Reactors Deployed and Modular Small Reactor Pioneering Global Standards

China Nuclear Power has expanded Hualong One to 41 units in operation or under construction, underscoring China’s rapid nuclear buildout.

Zhangzhou units are progressing and Linglong One is nearing installation completion in Hainan, with strong domestic localization of key components and safety systems.

The projects are framed as cleaner baseload power with economic benefits and lower emissions, supporting China’s energy transition.

Hualong One is already operating overseas in Pakistan, while Linglong One is drawing growing international interest for SMR and multi-use applications.