# Three SMR units will power the equivalent of around three million of today’s homes for more than 60 years.

*web3 · news · 2026-04-14 · Derby Telegraph*

## Key points

- Rolls-Royce SMR and GBE-N have signed a contract to build the UK's first SMRs.
- Three SMR units will be built at the former Wylfa nuclear site in Anglesey, North Wales.
- The project is backed by £2.6 billion from the UK government and £599 million from the National Wealth Fund.
- Rolls-Royce SMR now has commitments for up to six further units in Czechia, making it unique in Europe.
- Each SMR unit will generate 470 megawatts and is expected to operate for over 60 years.

**Companies:** Rolls-Royce SMR
**Countries:** United Kingdom, Czechia

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