How are nuclear materials for the nuclear energy industry transported in the UK?
The transport of radioactive materials in the UK is strictly governed by internationally agreed transport regulations published by the International Atomic Energy Agency, (a United Nations Agency). Spent fuel from UK power stations is transported in very carefully designed safe flasks by rail. Spent fuel from overseas is carried by specially equipped ships. As with rail transport, safety is paramount and the ships are equipped and manned to very high standards.
