Key Takeaways
- CleanGreens Solutions SA has appointed Lionel Artusio as Interim CEO, succeeding Bruno Cheval.
- Bruno Cheval’s tenure saw the company scale from startup to international growth, including a major project in Kuwait.
- The leadership transition is aimed at maintaining operational continuity while a permanent CEO is identified.
- Artusio brings strong regional ties and agricultural expertise, with a focus on MENA region growth.
- On April 17, CleanGreens and GreenLife Company announced the expansion of their Kuwait greenhouse to 24,000m², making it one of the world’s largest aeroponics facilities.
CleanGreens Solutions Appoints Interim CEO Lionel Artusio
CleanGreens Solutions SA (Profile) has announced a leadership change with the nomination of Lionel Artusio as Interim Chief Executive Officer, replacing outgoing CEO Bruno Cheval. The company’s Board of Directors expressed its appreciation to Cheval for his contributions and leadership during a period of significant growth.
During his time as CEO, Cheval guided CleanGreens from a startup into a scaling international company, securing commercial traction and operational capacity. Among his key achievements was the agreement to deliver the world’s largest aeroponic greenhouse in Kuwait, a strategic milestone for CleanGreens’ business model and future growth trajectory.
CleanGreens Solutions Maintains Growth Momentum in MENA
Seamless Transition and Strategic Focus
Lionel Artusio, a board member with close ties to CleanGreens, will assume the role of Interim CEO during the company’s executive search process. The leadership handover has been in progress for several weeks to ensure continuity.
Artusio’s appointment comes at a time of focused growth in the MENA region. With a background rooted in the agricultural sector and an extensive regional network, he is expected to support CleanGreens’ next phase of commercial and operational expansion.
The Board of Directors stated that Artusio “takes the helm of a well-tuned operation,” and affirmed its confidence in the company’s ability to maintain its strategic direction under his interim leadership.
CleanGreens Solutions Expands Kuwait Aeroponics Project with GreenLife
24,000m² Facility Aims to Boost Food Security with Sustainable Methods
On April 17, CleanGreens Solutions and GreenLife Company announced the expansion of their existing collaboration in Kuwait. The project will increase aeroponic greenhouse capacity to 24,000m², with 16,500m² of new cultivation space added to the existing 7,500m² facility.
The expanded site is designed to enhance local food production while minimizing environmental impact. According to the companies, the facility will require significantly less water than traditional farming practices—aligning with regional sustainability goals.
The project is one of the largest aeroponics greenhouse initiatives globally and reinforces CleanGreens Solutions’ commitment to scalable, resource-efficient agriculture in the Middle East.
