Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Size, Trends & Analysis - Forecasts to 2028 By Type (PWR and BWR), By Application Type (Radioisotope Production, Neutron Scattering, Radiography, Material Characterization, and Material Testing), and By Region (North America, Asia Pacific, Central and South America, Europe, and Middle East and Africa), Competitive Landscape, Company Market Share Analysis, and End User Analysis
The global small modular light water reactor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2023 to 2028. Small modular light water reactor (SMLWRs) is a particular kind of nuclear reactor intended to be more adaptable and smaller than conventional big nuclear power stations. Its smaller size and modular design can enhance safety features and reduce the risk of large-scale accidents. SMLWRs can be easily integrated into existing electricity grids due to their smaller capacity.
Several key factors drive the small modular light water reactor market growth. The SMLWR market growth is significantly influenced by the rising worldwide need for power, particularly in developing nations. SMLWRs offer a reliable and continuous source of electricity, which is essential for meeting the energy needs of a growing population. Nuclear energy, including SMLWRs, is considered a low-carbon or zero-carbon energy source, making it an attractive option for countries seeking to decarbonize their energy sectors. SMLWRs can enhance energy security by providing a stable source of baseload power. They are less susceptible to supply disruptions than fossil fuels, which geopolitical issues or price fluctuations can affect them. SMLWRs can contribute to grid stability and reliability by providing consistent power generation. As increasing renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, are included in the system, this becomes even more crucial. The volatility of natural gas prices can make it an expensive option for power generation. SMLWRs offer a stable and predictable cost of operation over their long lifespans, making them competitive in regions with high natural gas prices.
There are several market restraints and challenges that can hinder the market growth. The construction of nuclear reactors, even smaller modular ones, involves significant upfront capital costs. It can be difficult to finance and secure funds for SMLWR initiatives, particularly for startups and smaller businesses. Nuclear energy faces public perception issues, with concerns about safety, nuclear accidents, and long-term radioactive waste storage. Public opposition can hinder the development and deployment of SMLWRs. Moreover, SMLWRs and other nuclear power plants face a competitive threat from the rising use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar electricity, which are frequently viewed as being more ecologically benign. Storage and disposal of nuclear waste over an extended period of time continue to be major issues. Finding suitable locations and methods for storing radioactive waste generated by SMLWRs can be a complex and costly endeavour.
On the basis of application type, the market is segmented into radioisotope production, neutron scattering, radiography, material characterization, and material testing. The radioisotope production segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. Radioisotopes are widely used for cancer treatment, diagnostic imaging, sterilization, and scientific research. This demand drives significant investment in nuclear facilities for isotope production, making it a dominant segment in the small modular light water reactor industry.
The neutron scattering segment is expected to be the fastest-growing due to its diverse applications in materials research, drug development, and fundamental scientific exploration. Neutron scattering provides unique insights into materials' atomic and molecular structures, making it a crucial tool for advancing scientific knowledge and innovation across various industries, thereby driving its rapid growth.
On the basis of type, the market is segmented into pressurized water reactor (PWR) and boiling water reactor (BWR). The PWR segment is expected to be the dominant segment in the market during the forecast period. PWRs use pressurized water both as a coolant and neutron moderator, making them efficient and reliable for electricity generation. Their widespread adoption and familiarity among nuclear power plant operators and regulators have led to their dominance in the small global modular light water reactor market.
The BWR segment is expected to be the fastest-growing segment due to its simplified design, which reduces construction time and costs. BWRs use the same water for cooling and neutron moderation, making them more efficient. Additionally, its modular and scalable nature allows for easier deployment and expansion, appealing to countries seeking reliable and relatively quick solutions to their energy needs, contributing to its rapid growth.
North America is analysed to be the region with the largest share in the global small modular light water reactor market during the forecast period. North America has a well-developed nuclear infrastructure with numerous existing nuclear power plants. This infrastructure includes skilled personnel, regulatory frameworks, and manufacturing capabilities, providing a solid foundation for SMLWR development. In some North American countries like U.S. and Canada, government support and incentives are provided to advance SMLWR technologies. This includes funding for research and development, streamlined regulatory processes, and commitments to carbon reduction targets. The region is home to several leading nuclear research institutions and organizations, such as Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) and Argonne National Laboratory, fostering innovation and technological advancements in the nuclear sector, including SMLWRs.
Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region across the global small modular light water reactor market over the forecast period. APAC nations, particularly China and India, have been experiencing substantial economic growth and urbanization. This has led to a surge in energy demand as industries expand, urban populations increase, and living standards improve. As APAC countries continue to industrialize and modernize, there is a growing need for reliable and abundant sources of electricity. This drives interest in diverse energy options, including small modular light water reactors (SMLWRs). APAC countries have been investing in nuclear technology research and development, enabling them to adopt advanced SMLWR designs and construction methods.
Key players operating in the global small modular light water reactor market include, CNNC New Energy Group Corp., Westinghouse Corp., NuScale Power, GE Hitachi, Terrestrial Energy Inc., Hotec International, Toshiba, and Holtec, among others.
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of companies profiled in the report.
In May 2023, NuScale Power's research demonstrated the potential of NuScale small modular reactors (SMRs) for reducing emissions in industrial sectors, crucial for meeting global climate goals. The technology can be used in high-temperature industrial processes like heavy oil conversion, plastic waste recycling, gasoline production, and light plastic regeneration.
1 STRATEGIC INSIGHTS ON NEW REVENUE POCKETS
1.1 Strategic Opportunity & Attractiveness Analysis
1.1.1 Hot Revenue Pockets
1.1.2 Market Attractiveness Score
1.1.3 Revenue Impacting Opportunity
1.1.4 High Growing Region/Country
1.1.5 Competitor Analysis
1.1.6 Consumer Analysis
1.2 Global Market Estimates' View
1.3 Strategic Insights across Business Functions
1.3.1 For Chief Executive Officers
1.3.2 For Chief Marketing Officers
1.3.3 For Chief Strategy Officers
1.4 Evaluate the Potential of your Existing Business Lines vs. New Lines to Enter Into
2.1 Technological Adoption Rate
2.2 Current Trend Impact Analysis
2.3 Future Trend Impact Analysis
3.1.2 Adjacent Market Opportunities
3.1.3 Ancillary Market Opportunities
3.2.1 Market Drivers: Impact Analysis
3.2.2 Market Restraints: Impact Analysis
3.2.3 Market OpportunIties: Impact Analysis
3.2.4 Market Challenges: Impact Analysis
3.3.1 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.3.1.1 Threat of New Entrants
3.3.1.2 Threat of New Substitutes
3.3.1.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.3.1.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.3.1.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
3.3.2 SWOT Analysis; By Factor (Political & Legal, Economic, and Technological)
4 GLOBAL SMALL MODULAR LIGHT WATER REACTOR MARKET, BY APPLICATION TYPE
4.2 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market: Application Type Scope Key Takeaways
4.3 Revenue Growth Analysis, 2022 & 2028
4.4.1 Radioisotope Production Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
4.5.1 Neutron Scattering Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
4.6.1 Radiography Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
4.7.1 Material Characterization Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
4.8.1 Material Testing Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
5 GLOBAL SMALL MODULAR LIGHT WATER REACTOR MARKET, BY TYPE
5.2 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market: Type Scope Key Takeaways
5.3 Revenue Growth Analysis, 2022 & 2028
5.4.1 PWR Market Estimates And Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
5.5.1 BWR Market Estimates And Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
6 GLOBAL SMALL MODULAR LIGHT WATER REACTOR MARKET, BY REGION
6.3 Europe Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Estimates and Forecast, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
6.4.3.10.1 By Application Type
6.4.3.11.1 By Application Type
7.1 Company Market Share Analysis
7.2 Four Quadrant Positioning Matrix
7.4.1 CNNC New Energy Group Corporation
7.4.1.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.1.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.1.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.2 Westinghouse Electric Corporation
7.4.2.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.2.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.2.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.3 GEHitachi Nuclear Energy
7.4.3.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.3.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.3.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.4.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.4.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.4.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.5.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.5.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.5.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.6.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.6.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.6.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.7 Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions
7.4.7.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.7.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.7.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.8.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.8.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.8.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.9.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.9.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.9.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
7.4.10.1 Business Description & Financial Analysis
7.4.10.3 Products & Services Offered
7.4.10.4 Strategic Alliances between Business Partners
8.1.2 Market Scope & Segmentation
8.2.1.2 GMEs Internal Data Repository
8.2.1.3 Secondary Resources & Third Party Perspectives
8.2.1.4 Company Information Sources
8.2.2.1 Various Types of Respondents for Primary Interviews
8.2.2.2 Number of Interviews Conducted throughout the Research Process
8.2.2.4 Discussion Guide for Primary Participants
8.2.3.1 Expert Panels Across 30+ Industry
8.2.4.1 Paid Local Experts Across 30+ Industry Across each Region
8.3.1.1 Macro-Economic Indicators Considered
8.3.1.2 Micro-Economic Indicators Considered
8.3.2.1 Company Share Analysis Approach
8.3.2.2 Estimation of Potential Product Sales
8.4.2 Time Series, Cross Sectional & Panel Data Analysis
8.5.1 Inhouse AI Based Real Time Analytics Tool
8.5.2 Output From Desk & Primary Research
8.6 Research Assumptions & Limitations
LIST OF TABLES
1 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
2 Radioisotope Production Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
3 Neutron Scattering Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
4 Radiography Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
5 Material Characterization Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
6 Material Testing Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
7 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
8 PWR Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
9 BWR Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
10 Regional Analysis, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
11 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
12 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
13 U.S. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
14 U.S. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
15 Canada Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
16 Canada Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
17 Mexico Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
18 Mexico Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
19 Europe Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
20 Europe Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
21 Germany Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
22 Germany Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
23 U.K. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
24 U.K. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
25 France Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
26 France Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
27 Italy Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
28 Italy Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
29 Spain Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
30 Spain Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
31 Netherlands Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
32 Netherlands Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
33 Rest Of Europe Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
34 Rest Of Europe Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
35 Asia Pacific Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
36 Asia Pacific Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
37 China Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
38 China Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
39 Japan Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
40 Japan Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
41 India Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
42 India Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
43 South Korea Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
44 South Korea Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
45 Singapore Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
46 Singapore Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
47 Thailand Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
48 Thailand Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
49 Malaysia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
50 Malaysia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
51 Indonesia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
52 Indonesia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
53 Vietnam Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
54 Vietnam Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
55 Taiwan Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
56 Taiwan Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
57 Rest of APAC Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
58 Rest of APAC Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
59 Middle East and Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
60 Middle East and Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
61 Saudi Arabia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
62 Saudi Arabia Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
63 UAE Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
64 UAE Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
65 Israel Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
66 Israel Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
67 South Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
68 South Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
69 Rest Of Middle East and Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
70 Rest Of Middle East and Africa Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
71 Central and South America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
72 Central and South America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
73 Brazil Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
74 Brazil Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
75 Chile Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
76 Chile Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
77 Argentina Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
78 Argentina Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
79 Rest Of Central and South America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
80 Rest Of Central and South America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
81 CNNC New Energy Group Corporation: Products & Services Offering
82 Westinghouse Electric Corporation: Products & Services Offering
83 GEHitachi Nuclear Energy: Products & Services Offering
84 NuScale Power: Products & Services Offering
85 Terrestrial Energy Inc.: Products & Services Offering
86 HOTEC INTERNATIONAL: Products & Services Offering
87 Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions: Products & Services Offering
88 Holtec: Products & Services Offering
89 Company A: Products & Services Offering
90 Other Companies: Products & Services Offering
LIST OF FIGURES
1 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Overview
2 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Value From 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
3 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Share, By Application Type (2022)
4 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Share, By Type (2022)
5 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Region (Asia Pacific Market)
6 Technological Trends In Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market
7 Four Quadrant Competitor Positioning Matrix
8 Impact Of Macro & Micro Indicators On The Market
9 Impact Of Key Drivers On The Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market
10 Impact Of Challenges On The Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market
11 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
12 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market: By Application Type Scope Key Takeaways
13 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type Segment: Revenue Growth Analysis
14 Radioisotope Production Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
15 Neutron Scattering Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
16 Radiography Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
17 Material Characterization Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
18 Material Testing Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
19 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market: By Type Scope Key Takeaways
20 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type Segment: Revenue Growth Analysis
21 PWR Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
22 BWR Market, By Region, 2020-2028 (USD Billion)
23 Regional Segment: Revenue Growth Analysis
24 Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market: Regional Analysis
25 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market Overview
26 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type
27 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type
28 North America Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Country
29 U.S. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type
30 U.S. Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type
31 Canada Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type
32 Canada Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type
33 Mexico Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Application Type
34 Mexico Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market, By Type
35 Four Quadrant Positioning Matrix
36 Company Market Share Analysis
37 CNNC New Energy Group Corporation: Company Snapshot
38 CNNC New Energy Group Corporation: SWOT Analysis
39 CNNC New Energy Group Corporation: Geographic Presence
40 Westinghouse Electric Corporation: Company Snapshot
41 Westinghouse Electric Corporation: SWOT Analysis
42 Westinghouse Electric Corporation: Geographic Presence
43 GEHitachi Nuclear Energy: Company Snapshot
44 GEHitachi Nuclear Energy: SWOT Analysis
45 GEHitachi Nuclear Energy: Geographic Presence
46 NuScale Power: Company Snapshot
47 NuScale Power: Swot Analysis
48 NuScale Power: Geographic Presence
49 Terrestrial Energy Inc.: Company Snapshot
50 Terrestrial Energy Inc.: SWOT Analysis
51 Terrestrial Energy Inc.: Geographic Presence
52 Hotec International: Company Snapshot
53 Hotec International: SWOT Analysis
54 Hotec International: Geographic Presence
55 Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions: Company Snapshot
56 Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions: SWOT Analysis
57 Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions: Geographic Presence
58 Holtec: Company Snapshot
59 Holtec: SWOT Analysis
60 Holtec: Geographic Presence
61 Company A: Company Snapshot
62 Company A: SWOT Analysis
63 Company A: Geographic Presence
64 Other Companies: Company Snapshot
65 Other Companies: SWOT Analysis
66 Other Companies: Geographic Presence
The Global Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market has been studied from the year 2019 till 2028. However, the CAGR provided in the report is from the year 2023 to 2028. The research methodology involved three stages: Desk research, Primary research, and Analysis & Output from the entire research process.
The desk research involved a robust background study which meant referring to paid and unpaid databases to understand the market dynamics; mapping contracts from press releases; identifying the key players in the market, studying their product portfolio, competition level, annual reports/SEC filings & investor presentations; and learning the demand and supply-side analysis for the Small Modular Light Water Reactor Market.
The primary research activity included telephonic conversations with more than 50 tier 1 industry consultants, distributors, and end-use product manufacturers.
Finally, based on the above thorough research process, an in-depth analysis was carried out considering the following aspects: market attractiveness, current & future market trends, market share analysis, SWOT analysis of the company and customer analytics.
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