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Sizewell A and foundations of Sizewell B JLP01_11_35184_02
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Sizewell A and foundations of Sizewell B JLP01_11_35184_02
SIZEWELL B POWER STATION, LEISTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL. A view of the reactor building under construction at Sizewell B Nuclear Power Station, with Sizewell A visible in the background.
Sizewell B is one of two nuclear power stations on the Suffolk coast near the village of Sizewell. Sizewell A, its predecessor, is in the process of being decommissioned. Sizewell B is a Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR); the first of its kind to be constructed in the UK. John Laing plc were awarded the contract for the main civil engineering work on 19th May 1987. Sizewell B was completed in 1995, after 8 years of construction, and is operated by EDF Energy
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Media ID 24110987
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1990s Civil Engineering Construction Engineering Nuclear Energy Power Station
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This print captures the momentous construction of Sizewell B Nuclear Power Station, situated on the picturesque Suffolk coast. The image showcases the reactor building under development, with its predecessor, Sizewell A, standing proudly in the background. Sizewell B is a significant addition to the UK's nuclear energy landscape and holds historical importance as it was the first Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) constructed in the country. Awarded to John Laing plc for civil engineering work in May 1987, this project marked a milestone in British engineering prowess. Completed after eight years of meticulous construction in 1995, Sizewell B now stands as an impressive testament to human innovation and technological advancement. Operated by EDF Energy, it continues to provide clean and reliable power to countless households. The photograph not only highlights the architectural marvels but also serves as a reminder of our commitment towards sustainable energy solutions. As its predecessor undergoes decommissioning, Sizewell B represents progress and evolution within our ever-changing world. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this image encapsulates both history and future aspirations. It symbolizes how humanity has harnessed scientific knowledge while respecting nature's surroundings - all for a brighter tomorrow powered by nuclear energy.
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