NANO Nuclear Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with UrAmerica Ltd. to Help Modernize and Develop Argentina’s Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with UrAmerica Ltd. to explore strategic development opportunities across Argentina's uranium-fuel supply chain. The collaboration aims to evaluate mining, conversion, and UF� feedstock supply opportunities in Argentina, which hosts one of the world's largest uranium repositories.
The partnership focuses on developing mining and milling capacities in Argentina, with goals to export uranium fuel to the U.S. The MOU encompasses four key areas: uranium offtake agreements, investments in mineral production, fuel-cycle infrastructure development, and potential future joint ventures. This strategic alliance comes as Argentina's government considers privatizing its nuclear energy sector, creating opportunities for international investment.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) ha firmato un Memorandum d'Intesa (MOU) con UrAmerica Ltd. per esplorare opportunità di sviluppo strategico lungo la filiera di approvvigionamento del combustibile a base di uranio in Argentina. La collaborazione punta a valutare opportunità nelle attività di estrazione, conversione e fornitura di materia prima UF� in Argentina, che ospita uno dei più grandi giacimenti di uranio al mondo.
La partnership si concentra sullo sviluppo delle capacità di estrazione e lavorazione mineraria in Argentina, con l'obiettivo di esportare combustibile a base di uranio verso gli Stati Uniti. Il MOU copre quattro aree chiave: accordi di off-take per l'uranio, investimenti nella produzione minerale, sviluppo delle infrastrutture per il ciclo del combustibile e potenziali future joint venture. Questa alleanza strategica arriva in un momento in cui il governo argentino sta valutando la privatizzazione del settore dell'energia nucleare, aprendo così nuove opportunità per investimenti internazionali.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) ha firmado un Memorando de Entendimiento (MOU) con UrAmerica Ltd. para explorar oportunidades de desarrollo estratégico a lo largo de la cadena de suministro de combustible de uranio en Argentina. La colaboración busca evaluar oportunidades en minería, conversión y suministro de materia prima UF� en Argentina, que alberga uno de los mayores depósitos de uranio del mundo.
La alianza se enfoca en desarrollar capacidades de minería y procesamiento en Argentina, con el objetivo de exportar combustible de uranio a Estados Unidos. El MOU abarca cuatro áreas clave: acuerdos de compra de uranio, inversiones en producción mineral, desarrollo de infraestructura para el ciclo del combustible y posibles futuras empresas conjuntas. Esta alianza estratégica surge en un momento en que el gobierno argentino considera privatizar su sector de energía nuclear, generando oportunidades para la inversión internacional.
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NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ : NNE) a signé un protocole d'accord (MOU) avec UrAmerica Ltd. afin d'explorer des opportunités de développement stratégique tout au long de la chaîne d'approvisionnement en combustible à l'uranium en Argentine. Cette collaboration vise à évaluer les opportunités dans l'extraction minière, la conversion et la fourniture de matière première UF� en Argentine, qui abrite l'un des plus grands gisements d'uranium au monde.
Le partenariat se concentre sur le développement des capacités d'extraction et de traitement en Argentine, avec pour objectif l'exportation de combustible à l'uranium vers les États-Unis. Le MOU couvre quatre domaines clés : accords d'achat d'uranium, investissements dans la production minérale, développement des infrastructures du cycle du combustible et potentielles coentreprises futures. Cette alliance stratégique intervient alors que le gouvernement argentin envisage la privatisation de son secteur de l'énergie nucléaire, ouvrant ainsi des opportunités d'investissement international.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) hat ein Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) mit UrAmerica Ltd. unterzeichnet, um strategische Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten entlang der Uran-Brennstofflieferkette in Argentinien zu erkunden. Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, Chancen im Bergbau, bei der Umwandlung und der Lieferung von UF�-Rohstoffen in Argentinien zu bewerten, das eines der weltweit größten Uranvorkommen beherbergt.
Die Partnerschaft konzentriert sich auf den Ausbau der Bergbau- und Aufbereitungskapazitäten in Argentinien mit dem Ziel, Uranbrennstoff in die USA zu exportieren. Das MOU umfasst vier Schlüsselbereiche: Uran-Abnahmeverträge, Investitionen in die Mineralproduktion, Entwicklung der Brennstoffkreislaufinfrastruktur und potenzielle zukünftige Joint Ventures. Diese strategische Allianz entsteht zu einem Zeitpunkt, an dem die argentinische Regierung die Privatisierung ihres Kernenergiesektors in Erwägung zieht und so internationale Investitionsmöglichkeiten schafft.
- Partnership provides potential access to one of the world's largest uranium repositories
- Strategic positioning to become part of U.S. uranium fuel cycle exports
- Timing aligns with Argentina's nuclear sector privatization initiatives
- Potential to secure reliable uranium supply chain for future operations
- Agreement is preliminary (MOU stage) with no binding commitments
- Development timeline and investment requirements not specified
- Success depends on Argentina's government reforms and privatization progress
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NANO Nuclear's MOU with UrAmerica establishes strategic position in Argentina's uranium market, potentially securing future nuclear fuel supply chain advantages.
NANO Nuclear's newly signed MOU with UrAmerica represents a strategic positioning move in the global nuclear fuel supply chain landscape. Argentina sits on one of the world's largest uranium repositories, and this partnership aims to tap into that potential during a particularly opportune moment as the country privatizes its nuclear sector.
The agreement outlines four key strategic objectives: (1) securing favorable uranium offtake agreements, (2) potential investments in mineral production, (3) developing fuel-cycle infrastructure, and (4) exploring future joint ventures. This comprehensive approach could establish NANO Nuclear as an early mover in Argentina's revitalized nuclear sector.
What makes this partnership particularly noteworthy is its geopolitical dimension. By developing Argentina as a uranium supplier for the United States, NANO is potentially contributing to U.S. energy security by diversifying nuclear fuel sourcing away from less stable regions. This aligns with broader industry trends toward securing critical mineral supply chains from politically reliable partners.
However, investors should recognize that MOUs represent preliminary frameworks rather than binding commitments. The agreement explicitly mentions that the companies are still in the evaluation phase, which could eventually lead to definitive agreements on specific projects. The typical development timeline for uranium mining and processing facilities spans years, requiring significant capital investment and regulatory approvals.
This strategic move positions NANO Nuclear advantageously in the nuclear fuel supply chain - a critical consideration as global competition for uranium resources intensifies amid growing nuclear power development. By establishing an early foothold in Argentina's uranium sector, the company is taking a forward-looking approach to supply chain security, though tangible financial benefits would materialize only in the medium to long term.
New York, N.Y., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear� or “the Company�), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with UrAmerica Ltd., a private exploration company with a package of uranium and other critical metals licenses primarily in Chubut Province, Argentina.
The newly signed MOU formalizes the discussions that NANO Nuclear initiated with UrAmerica to explore strategic development across Argentina’s uranium-fuel supply chain. Both companies are now working to evaluate specific opportunities, ranging from mining and conversion to UF� feedstock supply, that could aid NANO Nuclear in securing a dependable source of material for future supply chain options. Such evaluations may lead to the signing of definitive agreements between NANO Nuclear and UrAmerica related to particular projects.
Argentina has one of the largest uranium repositories in the world and its government is currently looking into the privatization of their nuclear energy sector, enabling innovators like NANO Nuclear to invest and support the development of the nuclear energy infrastructure in the country. Through this MOU, NANO Nuclear and UrAmerica aim to build the mining and milling capacities of the uranium supply chain in Argentina with the intention to be a part of the uranium fuel cycle exports into the U.S.
Under the MOU, the companies will pursue (i) favorable uranium offtake agreements, (ii) potential investments in mineral production and (iii) fuel-cycle infrastructure, and (iv) future joint ventures or related collaboration. One of NANO Nuclear’s goals in entering into the MOU is to help modernize Argentina’s nuclear sector while strengthening U.S. energy security by sourcing materials for nuclear fuel from a reliable partner.
Figure 1 - NANO Nuclear Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UrAmerica Ltd., to explore strategic development across the uranium-fuel supply chain in Argentina
“We are pleased to formalize our discussions with UrAmerica through this MOU as we seek to further extend NANO Nuclear’s international footprint,� said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear. “By collaborating with UrAmerica, we aim to position Argentina as a regional center for nuclear technology and a reliable supply-chain partner for the United States, strengthening the country’s existing infrastructure while advancing our shared goals.�
“Argentina holds substantial deposits of strategic metals, like uranium, that could be a strategic supplier to us in the future,� said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear. “The timing is also favorable, as the Argentine government is actively looking to reform its nuclear sector to attract international investment. We look forward to advancing our discussions and exploring future opportunities in South America.�
"This Memorandum of Understanding with NANO Nuclear marks a pivotal step forward in unlocking the vast potential of Argentina’s uranium resources, aligning perfectly with UrAmerica’s mission to drive sustainable and secure critical mineral supply chains,� said Omar Adra, Executive Director & CEO of UrAmerica Ltd. and President of UrAmerica Argentina S.A. “Our extensive licenses package in the San Jorge Basin holds world-class uranium deposits, and through this collaboration, we aim to not only meet the growing global demand for nuclear fuel but also position Argentina as a key strategic partner for the United States in energy security. By leveraging UrAmerica’s expertise in mineral exploration and NANO Nuclear’s advanced nuclear technology and expertise, we are hopeful that this collaboration will catalyze investments in mining, milling, and fuel cycle development, delivering long-term economic benefits for Argentina while supporting the U.S. in diversifying its nuclear supply chain away from geopolitical risks.�
About UrAmerica Ltd.
UrAmerica is a private critical metals exploration company with a focus on uranium and other critical metals (e.g., lithium, rare earths, molybdenum, and vanadium) operating primarily in Chubut Province, Argentina. UrAmerica, through its subsidiary UrAmerica Argentina S.A., fully owns licenses of uranium repositories in the San Jorge Basin.
About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is an advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel fabrication, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services. NANO Nuclear believes it is the first portable nuclear microreactor company to be listed publicly in the U.S.
Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear’s reactor products in development include patented KRONOS MMR� Energy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.), �ܷ�, a solid core battery reactor, and �ٱ�, a low-pressure coolant reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR�, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.
Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world aiming to build a North American transportation company that will provide commercial quantities of HALEU fuel to small modular reactors, microreactor companies, national laboratories, military, and DOE programs. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. Assuming development and commercialization, AFT is expected to form part of the only vertically integrated nuclear fuel business of its kind in North America.
HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear’s own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.
NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear’s developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR� system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS� initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon's surface.
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This news release and statements of NANO Nuclear’s management in connection with this news release contain or may contain “forward-looking statements� within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as “future,� “seek,� “expects�, “anticipates�, “intends�, “plans�, “goal,� “believes�, “potential�, “will�, “should�, “could�, “would� or “may� and other words of similar meaning. In this press release, forward-looking statements relate to the anticipated benefits to NANO Nuclear of the MOU described herein, as well as the future plans and goals of NANO Nuclear and UrAmerica as described herein. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management's current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE�) or related state or non-U.S. nuclear fuel licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complimentary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other nuclear technology or capabilities in the timelines we anticipate, if ever (including in collaboration with UrAmerica as described herein), (v) risks related to the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including by the DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act and the May 23, 2025 Executive Orders seeking to streamline nuclear regulation, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating an early stage business a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at and at . Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.
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