Prospects for European nuclear-powered surface warships

Could another European navy build nuclear-powered surface ships besides France and Russia?

Britain is the most plausible technical candidate, though a near-term program is unlikely.

France and Russia already retain the clearest European experience with nuclear-powered surface ships. Germany's retreat from civilian nuclear power weakens its industrial path, while Italy may possess pieces of the capability without a compelling program. Britain could theoretically draw on submarine-reactor expertise to build a nuclear surface combatant. No near-term British project appears likely.