Centrus Energy begins centrifuge shipments for Ohio uranium enrichment expansion
LEU•Centrus Energy began shipping its first new centrifuge from Tennessee to Ohio for its multibillion-dollar uranium enrichment expansion, beating its year-end target. New capacity is expected online in 2029, and a $560 million investment announced in January 2026 will expand manufacturing in Oak Ridge.
1. First centrifuge shipment
Centrus Energy began shipping its first new centrifuge from Tennessee to Ohio for its uranium enrichment expansion. The shipment and completion of a domestic manufacturing supply chain beat the previously announced year-end target.
2. Expansion plans
New enrichment capacity is expected online in Ohio in 2029 to serve commercial nuclear fuel and national security needs. A $560 million investment announced in January 2026 will expand Oak Ridge manufacturing capacity to support thousands of advanced centrifuges.
