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X-Energy and SGL Carbon to double EU NBG-18 graphite capacity by 2030

Aug 3, 2026, 7:07 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The deal reduces key supply-chain risk for Xe-100, highlights long-term demand through a >$100M framework, and could lead to near-term re-rating as capacity availability improves and deployment ramps commence.

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X-Energy and SGL Carbon signed a binding agreement to expand Europe’s NBG-18 graphite capacity, a critical long-lead material for Xe-100 HTGRs. The deal includes up to $8 million in milestone-based funding and aims to support billets for up to eight Xe-100 reactors per year, with full European capacity targeted by 2030 and an expanding 11+ GW commercial pipeline.

  • X-Energy and SGL Carbon to double EU NBG-18 graphite capacity by 2030.
  • X-energy will invest up to $8 million to upgrade SGL's France site.
  • First NBG-18 billets shipped to U.S. for machining; prototyping at XTAC completed.
  • 10-year Supplier Framework Agreement (Jan 2026) with initial award >$100 million.
  • Xe-100 four-unit plant with Dow under DOE program; 11+ GW pipeline.

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