Hitachi Ltd. has expressed strong support for the strategic investments announced by the governments of Japan and the United States. These initiatives are focused on ensuring a stable power supply and advancing the AI revolution in the U.S., featuring key projects such as grid modernization, electrification, and the construction of small modular reactors (SMRs) like the next-generation BWRX-300 nuclear power plant. Hitachi plans to contribute to these efforts by leveraging its comprehensive business capabilities under the banner of “True One Hitachi.”
To further promote grid modernization and electrification, Hitachi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC). This agreement aims to stimulate investment in essential energy infrastructure to power data centers and support the sustainable growth of AI technologies. As part of the MoU, Hitachi is exploring the expansion of Hitachi Energy’s manufacturing capacity, including additional transformer production, while evaluating localization opportunities for other energy technologies within the U.S. Hitachi is committed to strengthening energy security, resilience, and innovation leadership while fostering high-quality employment and growth in American communities. Additionally, Hitachi will collaborate with the DOC to accelerate permitting and approval processes, ensuring timely and effective implementation of these strategic investments.
The BWRX-300 is a small light-water reactor that enhances economic efficiency while maintaining advanced safety. GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy*1, a subsidiary of GE Vernova is leading its development and overseas deployment. With a proven track record in the design, procurement, and manufacturing of nuclear power plants, and deep technical expertise, Hitachi is committed to supporting SMR construction through the provision of equipment and engineering services – helping to ensure a stable power supply that meets the growing electricity demand.
Toshiaki Tokunaga, President & CEO, Hitachi, Ltd. says, “Energy is the lifeblood of economic strength in the 21st century. As strongly supported by today’s announcement, Hitachi stands with both governments of Japan and the United States in advancing the global infrastructure and AI innovation. As a trusted partner in social innovation powered by AI, we are committed as True One Hitachi to address U.S. infrastructure challenges to build a better and more sustainable society.”
Hitachi’s contribution to modernizing the U.S. grid
In September 2025, Hitachi already announced a historic $1 billion investment in the United States, the largest investment seen in the electrical industry in the country to meet growing demand for power transformers and high-voltage equipment driven by the expansion of AI data centers. In addition to this investment, Hitachi is exploring further expansion of its production capacity in the United States.
*2 Press release on Sep 4, 2025, Hitachi announces historic $1 billion USD manufacturing investment to power America’s energy future through production of critical grid infrastructure
Hitachi’s contribution to SMR development
The BWRX-300 has been selected for the first SMR project in North America, the Darlington New Nuclear Project, and is currently under construction in Canada with GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy as the technology partner. Ontario Power Generation plans to connect it to the grid by the end of 2030. Committed to contributing to the realization of advanced SMR, Hitachi GE Vernova Nuclear Energy*3, a subsidiary of Hitachi, will provide engineering and leverage its experienced domestic supply chains in Japan to ensure the delivery of reliable key reactor components for the first unit*4, in collaboration with GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy.
