U.S. Eyes Nuclear Ships to Beat China | US News

The U.S. is betting big on nuclear-powered merchant ships to outpace China in global shipping—no longer just about cost, but about technological dominance. Partnering with Core Power, the Maritime Administration is tackling licensing, insurance, and port access hurdles that have long blocked nuclear adoption in commercial fleets. While military subs have used nuclear power for decades, civilian ships lag behind—except Russia’s icebreakers. Progress is underway, including an MIT-designed vessel approved for service, with U.S. officials set to collaborate internationally. The vision? Faster, heavier cargo transport with zero fossil fuel emissions, hitting the seas by the 2030s despite looming challenges around liability and regulation. 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/3aad4298aab68715