AMPERA completed production of the first full-scale, 3D-printed nuclear reactor module, marking a major milestone toward

AMPERA achieved a major milestone by completing the production of the first full-scale, 3D-printed nuclear reactor module, unveiled on July 2, 2026 at the company's innovation center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The ceremony attracted more than 100 attendees including local officials, business leaders and employees. The company is developing the world's first subcritical, solid-state, factory-built thorium nuclear reactor.

The nuclear module includes the core and pressure vessel. AMPERA's spherical monolithic gyroid core is 3D printed with silicon carbide and designed for up to 30 years of life without refueling. The company's advanced nuclear energy systems are fueled with tri-structural isotropic TRISO thorium kernels. In June, AMPERA announced it established an Australian subsidiary to secure thorium supply and support U.S. advanced nuclear fuel production.

Brian Matthews, Founder and CEO of AMPERA, said the achievement demonstrates progress toward mass production. "This next-generation nuclear core and pressure vessel sets the foundation for factory-built, mass-produced nuclear energy. The advanced technology and additive manufacturing used demonstrate a clear commercial path for new nuclear technology coming to market in an accelerated manner."

AMPERA's core-for-life, ultra-safe modular nuclear systems are built with inherent stability by design. Safety is achieved through core design and physics characteristics, reducing reliance on active systems and operator intervention. The company's nuclear systems are expected to provide up to 30 megawatts of power, with larger configurations planned.

Last week, AMPERA announced its Power Now. Nuclear Next. strategy, introducing its proprietary Integrated Energy Architecture, designed to deliver ultra-high-efficiency power generation solutions through waste heat recovery and conventional-fueled power generation. These modular gas-powered systems leverage AMPERA's proprietary supercritical carbon dioxide technology and are two-thirds common with the nuclear configuration.

Matthews stated that AMPERA's target markets are those requiring immediate power solutions. "Our reactors are built for the markets that need power the most: AI data centers, defense, industrial and maritime. We expect to be the first company to industrialize factory-built nuclear power with near-term deployment timelines."