Hungary’s Paks Nuclear Power Plant has successfully reconnected its first turbine to the national electricity grid following planned maintenance. The restart signifies a crucial step in bolstering the country’s energy security and domestic power production. The plant, which provides over 40% of Hungary’s electricity, underwent scheduled outages for maintenance and upgrades. This reconnection is expected to gradually increase electricity output over the coming days as the turbine reaches full capacity. Authorities confirm all safety protocols were followed during the maintenance and restart process. The Paks plant remains a vital component of Hungary’s energy infrastructure, reducing reliance on foreign energy sources. Further turbine reconnections are planned in the coming weeks to restore full operational capacity.