Fit For Nuclear (F4N) was launched in 2011 to help UK manufacturing companies get ready to bid for work in the nuclear supply chain.
F4N lets companies measure their operations against the standards required to supply the nuclear industry – in new build, operations and decommissioning – and take the necessary steps to close any gaps.
F4N was designed for companies which can supply mechanical engineering, control and instrumentation, electricals, and other manufactured components for nuclear plant construction and operation, as well as the specialised requirements of decommissioning.
Participating companies range from contract manufacturers with no nuclear experience aiming to take a first step into the sector, to established suppliers wanting to benchmark their position and drive business excellence.
Impact
More than 1,000 companies have completed the online F4N assessment, with most receiving ongoing support and development. As of September 2024, more than 100 are granted F4N – see our directory of F4N companies for details and case studies.
To the end of September 2024, participating companies have reported that the F4N programme has helped them win more than £2.3 billion worth of new contracts in nuclear and other sectors, creating or safeguarding 3,973 jobs, and leveraging £66.6 million additional private investment.