Freemelt’s SEK 55 million fusion order showcases Swedish industrial expertise

Advancing fusion energy

The components will be delivered to JT-60SA, a joint European-Japanese fusion programme in Naka, Japan. Deliveries are scheduled to continue through 2028, with the majority planned for 2027.

“Freemelt’s order demonstrates how Swedish expertise in materials and manufacturing can play a tangible role in advancing fusion energy. Sweden has a range of companies with the ability to contribute to some of the world’s most demanding technology projects,” says Catarina Sahlberg, Programme Director of Big Science Sweden.

Built for extreme conditions
Tungsten is used in plasma-facing components in fusion reactors because it can withstand extreme heat loads. Its high melting point, strong thermal conductivity and resistance to erosion make it particularly suitable for this demanding environment.

Freemelt will fulfil the order through its Manufacturing business area, working with established partners across the value chain. The contract covers the manufacture and delivery of finished, qualified components.

“The order from F4E is a significant commercial breakthrough in fusion and demonstrates how Freemelt’s expertise in tungsten, highly advanced materials and qualified industrial delivery can create value in strategically important growth markets,” says Daniel Gidlund, CEO of Freemelt.

Long-term commitment pays off
Big Science Sweden works to help more Swedish companies win business with international research facilities. Building relationships, understanding facilities’ needs and matching them with the right industrial expertise require a long-term commitment.

“Success in Big Science takes persistence. We work over the long term to help Swedish companies identify the right business opportunities and build relationships with research facilities. Seeing our member company Freemelt secure an order of this scale is precisely the kind of outcome our work aims to support, and a success for Sweden as a supplier nation,” says Catarina Sahlberg.