AFRY Chosen to Deliver Engineering Services for Future-Focused Heating Infrastructure in Czechia

AFRY Chosen to Deliver Engineering Services for Future-Focused Heating Infrastructure in Czechia

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been appointed by Teplárny Brno to deliver engineering, permitting, and design services for a major district heating project that will connect the Dukovany nuclear power plant with Brno and surrounding municipalities. The initiative aims to provide CO₂-free heat to more than 110,000 households and supply about 50% of the region’s thermal energy needs by replacing gas and biomass-based heating with nuclear-sourced heat. The project includes the construction of a 42-kilometre hot water pipeline and is positioned as a cornerstone investment in long-term, low-emission energy infrastructure, with design work expected to be completed by August 2028 and a contract value of around 160 MSEK.

(PRESS RELEASE) SOLNA, 19-Dec-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — AFRY has secured a new assignment from Teplárny Brno, a major energy provider in Czechia, to support the development of a large-scale district heating system designed to deliver carbon-free heat to the Brno region. The project is expected to supply clean thermal energy to more than 110,000 households and cover roughly half of the area’s total heating demand, representing one of the most ambitious district heating initiatives in the country.

The planned system will transport heat from the Dukovany nuclear power plant directly to Brno through a newly built infrastructure corridor, extending service to four additional municipalities along the route. By harnessing nuclear-generated heat, the project aims to establish a long-term, emissions-free alternative to conventional heating sources while strengthening regional energy resilience.

Under the agreement, AFRY will be responsible for a wide range of engineering and technical services. These include the preparation of permitting and tender documentation, oversight of regulatory approvals, and the development of detailed technical designs. AFRY will also provide on-site supervision during construction to support execution quality and ensure compliance throughout the implementation phase.

A central element of the project is the construction of a 42-kilometre hot water transmission pipeline that will integrate the Dukovany facility with Brno’s existing district heating network. Once operational, the pipeline will replace a significant share of current natural gas and biomass-based heat production, enabling a transition toward cleaner and more future-ready energy infrastructure.

Teplárny Brno CEO Petr Fajmon described the initiative as a strategic investment in long-term energy stability and affordability for the region. He noted that the Dukovany–Brno connection is intended to serve as a backbone for a modern energy ecosystem capable of supporting both present-day demand and future growth, adding that AFRY’s technical capabilities are critical to turning this vision into reality.

From AFRY’s perspective, the project represents a major contribution to the regional energy transition. József Dénes, Head of Segment Nuclear at AFRY, emphasized that the assignment aligns closely with the company’s focus on clean, reliable energy systems and expressed confidence in the collaboration with Teplárny Brno to deliver a project of lasting impact.

Engineering and design work is scheduled to conclude by August 2028. The contract value for AFRY’s services is estimated at approximately 160 MSEK.

For further information, please contact:

Mia Brunila
Head of Divisional Communications, Division Energy
mia.brunila@afry.com

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