No Permanent Disposal Site Identified for AUKUS Submarine Waste, Defence Confirms
Australia will store radioactive waste from visiting US and UK submarines, with no agreed contribution from either country towards the facility.
TL;DR
- Radioactive waste from US and British nuclear submarines to be stored at HMAS Stirling near Perth from late 2027.
- Waste will include items like rags, filters, and tools generated during maintenance.
- HMAS Stirling cannot accept more highly radioactive waste or spent nuclear fuel.
- No permanent disposal site has been identified or assessed for the waste.