Newcleo Bolsters U.S. Leadership with Nuclear Industry Veterans

Event summary

  • Newcleo appointed Dustin Greenwood as VP of U.S. Operations and Travis Chapman as Director of U.S. Regulatory Affairs and Licensing on June 11, 2026.
  • Greenwood brings 20+ years of nuclear operations experience, including roles at BWXT and NuScale Power.
  • Chapman joins from BWXT Advanced Technologies, with prior experience at X-energy, Oklo, and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
  • Newcleo is preparing for a Nasdaq listing under the ticker symbol 'NWCL' following a business combination with NewHold Investment Corp. III.

The big picture

Newcleo's strategic hires underscore its commitment to expanding in the U.S. nuclear market, a critical move as it prepares for a Nasdaq listing. The appointments come amid growing competition in the advanced modular reactor space, with regulatory approvals and operational execution becoming key differentiators. With over $780 million in private funding and a network of 100+ industry partnerships, newcleo is positioning itself to capitalize on the demand for clean energy solutions.

What we're watching

Regulatory Pathway
Whether Travis Chapman can navigate the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's evolving framework for advanced reactors.
Operational Execution
How Dustin Greenwood's experience will translate into establishing newcleo's U.S. operational footprint.
Market Positioning
The pace at which newcleo can differentiate itself from competitors like NuScale Power and X-energy in the AMR space.