EXIM Awards Energy Dominance Deal of the Year for U.S. Nuclear Export Project in Poland

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has recognized the U.S. Poland Nuclear Deal as Energy Dominance Deal of the Year, recognizing a landmark transaction that deploys U.S. energy technology abroad while strengthening American industrial leadership.

In January 2026, EXIM signed a credit agreement with Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) to support development of the project, which will be Poland's first nuclear power facility. Structured under EXIM's Engineering Multiplier Program, the financing enables the export of U.S. engineering and technical services from Washington, D.C.-based companies Bechtel and Westinghouse.

"This project is a clear demonstration of how American energy leadership extends well beyond our borders," said EXIM President and Chairman John Jovanovic. "By supporting U.S. nuclear exports, EXIM is helping our allies build next-generation energy infrastructure while supporting jobs, innovation, and long-term competitiveness back here at home."

The transaction positions U.S. companies at the forefront of a major international energy project while reinforcing the role of American nuclear technology in meeting growing global demand for reliable, low-carbon power. It also supports high-skilled U.S. jobs across engineering, manufacturing, and project development.

"As one of the Poland's largest ever energy investments, this historic project will drive Polish energy and economic security for generations while directly supporting American exports, jobs and engineering expertise. Westinghouse thanks EXIM for enthusiastically supporting this important endeavor to bring safe, abundant and reliable nuclear power to our customers, partners and allies abroad," said Dan Lipman, President of Global Business Initiatives at Westinghouse. "We also appreciate the close collaboration we have with PEJ and our partner Bechtel and look forward to making the Polish AP1000 project reality."

"Bechtel is honored to support Poland's first nuclear project. In close collaboration with Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe, EXIM, and our partners at Westinghouse, we are advancing our customer's objectives while also supporting U.S. jobs and exports," said Ahmet Tokpinar, General Manager of Bechtel's Nuclear Power business. "We look forward to continuing our work with EXIM and our Polish partners to help deliver a safe, reliable facility that will strengthen Poland's long-term energy security."

More broadly, the deal advances U.S. energy dominance by expanding the global footprint of American energy exports and strengthening energy security among key allies through next-generation power infrastructure.

ABOUT EXIM:

As the United States government's official export credit agency, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) supports American jobs by facilitating U.S. exports. As an independent agency, EXIM plays a critical role in supporting economic growth, securing critical supply chains, and ensuring American businesses are given a fighting chance. To achieve this mission, EXIM offers financing including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, loan guarantees, and direct loans. Learn more at https://www.exim.gov.

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