©MO porte-avions
Nuclear Propulsion
New-generation aircraft carrier France Libre
Design and construction of the two on-board nuclear reactors for the new-generation aircraft carrier
2 onboard nuclear reactors
K22 : a new design
Commissioning : 2038
BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES
The France Libre, successor to the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle
Aircraft carriers is a key tool for projecting force around the globe. They ensure the aero-based component of deterrence. Its nuclear propulsion will enable it to reach a speed of 27 knots, like the Charles de Gaulle, despite having nearly twice its tonnage (78,000 metric tons versus 42,000 metric tons).
our role
2 onboard nuclear reactors K22
TechnicAtome is the prime contractor for the design and construction of the aircraft carrier’s nuclear reactors. The K22 reactors, featuring an entirely new design, are the most powerful naval propulsion systems ever designed in France. They will generate energy that will be converted into electricity to power the ship’s propulsion system, support shipboard operations, meet the needs of life aboard, and power the aircraft’s electromagnetic catapults.
Key Project Milestones
March 2026
December 2025
March 2021
December 2020
October 2018
New-generation aircraft carrier
Project in Pictures
The onboard nuclear reactor K22, a new design ©TechnicAtome
OUR PROJECTS
Long-term projects in challenging environments
For more than 50 years, TechnicAtome has been designing, building, operating, and maintaining nuclear reactors in support of strategic programs.
