Within the framework of the project it was proposed to replace the three outdated railroad, vehicle, and pedestrian RPMs at "Atomflot" with three modern certified RPMs, and a set of SPTA (spare parts, tools, accessories).

Project implementation significantly reduced the chances of theft or illegal movement of RN materials to and from the AF site and will consequently protect the environment and the population from harmful effects of ionizing radiation, which these materials might cause.

Non-proliferation of radiological and nuclear (RN) materials

Murmansk, Russia

Federal State Unitary Enterprise "Atomflot"

Norway

Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) via the Norwegian Government’s Action Plan for Nuclear Activities and the Environment in the Northern Areas

Programme manager: Pavel Tishakov

Nordisk Sikkerhet and FSUE "Atomflot"prepared for and conducted open tender for procurement of the equipment supplied within a scope of this project. All tender documents were openly published on the public procurement website in Norway - Doffin.no, on the Tenders Electronic Daily (TED) public procurement website in Europe, and on the Nordisk Sikkerhet’s website:

• Tender for supply of Radiation Portal Monitors (RPM)

• Nordisk Sikkerhet AS - project implementer;
• Federal State Unitary Enterprise (FSUE) "Atomflot"- recipient/beneficiary/project partner;
• Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) - project donor, assistance with project registration as international technical assistance;
• Consulate General of Norway in Murmansk

July 2015 – November 2016

Completed

The project aimed to enhance safety and security at FSUE "Atomflot" (AF) by upgrading outdated radiation portal monitors (RPMs) with modern, certified systems designed to detect and prevent the unauthorized movement of nuclear and radiological materials. These systems were installed at vehicle, pedestrian, and railroad checkpoints.

Key Achievements:

• Replaced three outdated RPMs with modern, certified units equipped with advanced features, including neutron detection, self-monitoring, and automatic tracking of background radiation levels.
• Conducted training for AF personnel on the operation and maintenance of the new RPMs, ensuring effective use and long-term sustainability.
• Improved detection accuracy, reduced false alarms, and enhanced AF’s capability to mitigate risks associated with the unauthorized movement of nuclear materials.

The project significantly reduced risks of illegal trafficking of radioactive materials, contributing to environmental protection and public safety. Sustainability is ensured through periodic testing, maintenance, and plans for further improvements in security systems.

• Project 13. 3rd stage of PPS modernization at perimeter of FSUE «Atomflot»(project nr.774 (int. 13), 31/01/2023)
• Project 09. 2nd stage of PPS modernization at perimeter of FSUE «Atomflot»(project nr.768 (int. 09), 19/12/2023)

29 January 2025