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Key Takeaways BWXT's production network supports long-term government and commercial customer contracts.BWXT is investing in facilities and equipment to support long-term nuclear and defense programs.BWX Technologies' manufacturing expansion enhances production capacity and operational efficiency. BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT - Free Report) continues expanding its manufacturing capabilities to boost growing demand across its defense, commercial nuclear and advanced reactor businesses. The company is investing in production facilities and specialized equipment to strengthen operational capacity and improve execution across long-term customer programs. As of March 31, 2026, BWXT reported nearly $1.6 billion in net property, plant and equipment (PP&E), highlighting the scale of its manufacturing platform.

Manufacturing investment remains a key part of BWXT's long-term strategy. The company's specialized production facilities support the fabrication of naval nuclear components, reactor technologies, precision manufacturing and other mission-critical products. Continued investment in manufacturing assets helps modernize operations while aiding production requirements across multiple business segments and strengthening its long-term manufacturing capabilities.

BWXT's manufacturing footprint also provides the flexibility to execute a diverse mix of government and commercial programs. As customer requirements continue evolving, investments in facilities and production equipment boost the company's ability to support long-duration contracts while improving manufacturing efficiency, operational execution and production reliability across its manufacturing network.

Growing demand for nuclear technologies across defense, energy and medical markets is expected to bolster additional manufacturing activity. BWXT's continued investment in production infrastructure positions the company to meet future customer requirements while reinforcing its long-term competitive position and supporting sustained growth across its diversified nuclear technology portfolio.

Companies Expanding Manufacturing InfrastructureNuclear technology companies continue investing in manufacturing assets to strengthen production capabilities and support future reactor deployment. Companies like Oklo Inc. (OKLO - Free Report) and NuScale Power Corporation (SMR - Free Report) are also expanding their manufacturing asset base through continued investments in facilities and equipment.

Oklo reported $95.6 million in net property, plant and equipment as of March 31, 2026, reflecting continued investment in construction in progress and equipment supporting its advanced reactor development.

NuScale Power reported $3.2 million in net property, plant and equipment as of March 31, 2026, highlighting continued investment in facilities and manufacturing assets aiding its small modular reactor technology.

Earnings Estimates for BWXT StockThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 and 2027 earnings per share suggests year-over-year growth of 14.71% and 13.74%, respectively.

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BWXT Stock Is Trading at a DiscountBWX Technologies is trading at a discount relative to the industry, with a forward 12-month price-to-sales of 4X compared with the industry average of 8.41X.

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BWXT Stock Price PerformanceOver the past year, BWXT shares have rallied 21.5% compared with the industry’s 7% growth.

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BWXT’s Zacks RankBWX Technologies currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today that it has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of Precision Components Group, LLC (PCG), including its subsidiaries Precision Custom Components (PCC) and DC Fabricators (DCF). PCG is a U.S. manufacturer of complex, heavy-walled and heat-transfer components. The acquisition expands BWXT’s heavy-manufacturing footprint and enhances the company’s ability to deliver U.S.-made nuclear components for the commercial sector.

“Growing demand for reliable, carbon-free energy underscores the urgent need to strengthen the U.S. nuclear manufacturing base,” said John MacQuarrie, BWXT president for Commercial Operations.

Share“Growing demand for reliable, carbon-free energy underscores the urgent need to strengthen the U.S. nuclear manufacturing base,” said John MacQuarrie, BWXT president for Commercial Operations. “By expanding our manufacturing capabilities, we can better support reactor life-extension programs, new build activity and the long-term energy reliability our communities depend on.”

PCG joins BWXT’s Commercial Operations segment and will continue operating at its current facilities in York, Pennsylvania, and Florence, New Jersey. The acquisition adds more than 500,000 square feet of U.S. heavy-manufacturing capacity, including large-envelope machining, heavy weldments, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and ASME-certified component fabrication, and a skilled workforce of over 450 employees.

In addition to expanding commercial nuclear capacity, PCG will continue supporting existing workscopes, including components and services for Electric Boat, Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. and other U.S. Navy programs.

Forward-Looking Statements

BWXT cautions that this release contains forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to the acquisition of Precision Components Group, LLC, including its subsidiaries Precision Custom Components, LLC, and DC Fabricators, Inc.; anticipated benefits of the acquisition; and future demand for commercial nuclear manufacturing services. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including, among other things, the ability to successfully integrate the acquired businesses; changes in market demand or government policy; and supply-chain, labor or cost pressures. If one or more of these or other risks materialize, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.

For a more complete discussion of these and other risk factors, please see BWXT’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. BWXT cautions not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, except as required by applicable law.

About BWXT

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company with approximately 10,000 employees, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, nuclear medicine, space exploration and environmental restoration. BWXT owns and operates 17 manufacturing facilities globally, and its 14 strategic partnerships support the U.S. and Canadian governments at more than two dozen additional locations.

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