Vermont Business Magazine Quebec PremierPhilippe Couillard, and Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Minister responsible for the Northern Plan, Pierre Arcand, announced in June theappointment ofÉric Martel as a member of the Board of Directors and President and CEO of Hydro-Québec, the provincial utility company and largest single electric supplier to Vermont. The former Bombardier executivebegan work on July 6.
"Since 1944, Hydro-Québec is the pride of Quebecers and the envy of many jurisdictions on the planet.This Crown corporation, we have built together and now she has to modernize more to better meet the expectations of our people and the North American market.To get there, Mr. Éric Martel is the designated person.With its extensive experience as a manager, I am satisfied that Mr. Martel will fulfill its mandate effectively, determination and leadership, qualities recognized many times during his career.It will inspire a new culture to our Crown corporation for the benefit of all citizens," said the Prime Minister.
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"The arrival of Mr. Martel is consistent with the renewal of the Strategic Plan of Hydro-Québec, which will be decisive for the future.Hydro-Québec will remain a transparent corporation and the service of Quebecers.That is why we will work with the new president and CEO to achieve the objectives that we set ourselves and ensure that Quebecers continue to pay electricity rates among the lowest in North America, "said the Minister Arcand.
A seasoned manager, holds a degree in electrical engineering, Éric Martel is a seasoned leader who has contributed significantly to the success of many organizations.He was most recently president of the Business Aircraft Division at Bombardier company in which he worked for almost 13 years.He also served as President - Bombardier Aerospace Services and Vice President Quality and transformation.M Martel has held positions within several internationally renowned companies such as Pratt & Whitney and Rolls Royce, as well as Procter and Gamble and Kraft Foods.
"It is with great pride, but also a very clear understanding of my responsibilities, I become President and CEO of Hydro-Québec.I can not hide my enthusiasm to take control of this huge undertaking which remains a source of inspiration and a symbol of prosperity for our nation, "said the new President and CEO of Hydro-Québec
"I am very pleased to welcome Mr. Martel as President and CEO of Hydro-Québec.It was chosen after a rigorous selection process in line with best practices in the industry.I wish, in this regard, to thank members of the Board of Directors Selection Committee and all Board members for their interest and involvement throughout the past months.Like me, they are convinced that Mr. Martel to carry all masterfully the mandate entrusted to him and grow the great collective heritage that Hydro-Quebec, "said Chairman of the Board of Hydro-Québec, Mr. Michael Penner.
Source: Hydro-Quebec and translated from French by Google.