World’s largest nuclear fusion firm partners A*STAR to develop commercial power plant tech

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), described as the world's largest nuclear fusion firm, has entered into a five-year collaborative agreement with Singapore's Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). The partnership aims to develop technologies crucial for the commercialization of fusion power plants.

The collaboration will focus on areas where Singapore possesses strong capabilities, including advanced materials and manufacturing. This initiative aligns with Singapore's ambition to establish itself as a regional hub for fusion technology development.

This agreement signifies a step towards accelerating the deployment of fusion energy, with CFS bringing its expertise in fusion systems and A*STAR contributing its research and development strengths in key technological domains.