UBC Hosts X-Energy To Advance The Future Of Clean Energy And Industry Innovation
Las Vegas, NV – The Millwright Regional Council and the Central South Carpenters Regional Council are proud to announce a joint meeting with X-energy, an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) leading the development of next-generation small modular reactors (SMRs).
This relationship strengthens collaboration across borders within the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America (UBC) and solidifies the UBC’s position as the leading skilled workforce driving the advancement of emerging clean energy technologies.
“Our relationship with the Central South Carpenters Regional Council and X-energy reflects what makes the UBC strong; collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to building the future,” said Mark Beardsworth, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Millwright Regional Council (MRC). “Together, we are not just preparing our members for new technology, we are helping shape the next generation of energy projects that will power communities, create opportunity, and sustain good union jobs across Canada and the United States.”
Through this collaboration, both Councils are working together to align training, qualifications, and workforce readiness to meet the demands of an evolving energy landscape including X-energy’s advanced technology, creating high-value, skilled work opportunities for members across North America.
“The strength of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters lies in our ability to work together across regions and industries,” said Kavin E. Griffin, Executive Secretary-Treasurer & CEO, Central South Carpenters Regional Council. “This meeting with the Millwright Regional Council and X-Energy demonstrates how collaboration drives progress – ensuring our members are trained, ready, and leading the way in delivering the clean energy solutions of tomorrow.”
X-energy’s technology represents a major advancement in safe, scalable clean energy. The UBC stands ready to support it with a workforce of highly skilled, certified professionals dedicated to quality, safety, and efficiency from construction through operation.
“X-Energy, the Millwright Regional Council and the Central South Carpenters Regional Council are exploring opportunities for industry and skilled labour to work together to make innovation a reality,” said Martin Van Staden, Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, X-Energy. “The professionalism, training, and expertise of the UBC are vital as we bring forward technologies that will redefine the future of energy.”
This meeting highlights the UBC’s continued leadership in workforce development and the UBC’s shared commitment to advancing clean energy, supporting industry partners, and securing meaningful opportunities for union members across North America.
About the Millwright Regional Council
The Millwright Regional Council (MRC) is composed of twelve affiliated Local Unions of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) across Canada. The UBC Millwrights are vital partners in diverse industries such as energy, automotive, aerospace, food processing, and pharmaceuticals. ubcmillwrights.ca
For media inquiries, please contact:
Andrew Bredin
Director of Communications
Millwright Regional Council
416-757-5161
abredin@ubcmillwrights.ca
