BWXT

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a U.S.-based manufacturing and engineering company that provides nuclear components, fuel, and services to government and commercial clients globally. Founded in 1867, the Fortune 1000 company is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with operations in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K..

Key operations and sectors

• Defense contractor: As a major U.S. defense contractor, BWXT is the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.
• Commercial nuclear: The company manufactures nuclear components and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents, including steam generators, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers. It also provides plant services for new and existing nuclear power plants.
• Advanced reactors: BWXT is a leader in developing innovative nuclear technologies, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and microreactors for defense, energy, and space exploration. In 2022, it was awarded a U.S. Department of Defense contract to build the first advanced nuclear microreactor in the U.S.
• Nuclear fuel: The company is a key producer of advanced nuclear fuels, including TRISO fuel and CANDU reactor fuel, and handles uranium processing for government and commercial uses. Its subsidiary, Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS), manufactures fuel for U.S. naval reactors.
• Nuclear medicine: BWXT Medical, a subsidiary, develops and manufactures medical radioisotopes and radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and cancer therapies.
• Government operations and environmental restoration: BWXT manages and operates government-owned nuclear production facilities and provides environmental restoration services at U.S. Department of Energy and NASA sites.

Recent company highlights

• Stock performance: As of September 2025, the company's stock has been performing well, showing a strong upward trend with notable gains over the last decade.
• Recent news: The company has been featured in recent news related to the nuclear power sector, with several articles highlighting new nuclear deals, stock performance, and the growing demand for nuclear energy.
• Financials: For the last quarter, BWXT's revenue amounted to $764 million, with a net income of $78.39 million. Its quarterly dividend is $0.25 per share.

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