BWXT Sells Medical Isotope Unit | Roanoke News

BWX Technologies is selling its medical isotope division for up to $800 million to Nordic Capital, shifting focus back to nuclear security and power — with BWXT retaining a small stake. Meanwhile, Virginia’s nuclear training infrastructure is mapped in depth by the state’s Department of Energy, highlighting simulators at UVA, Virginia Tech, and Naval Station Norfolk. Lynchburg’s airport gets a $5.3 million federal boost to expand its north apron for future aviation growth, part of a $900 million nationwide airport funding push. The USDA has declared over 40 Virginia areas drought disaster zones, unlocking emergency loans for farmers already battered by spring freezes. And job seekers can connect with employers at a free virtual hiring fair hosted by Virginia’s Small Business and Supplier Diversity office this Thursday — employers must sign up by Tuesday. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fba9df51662fe855