The Sept-Îles Port Authority announces the appointment of Mr. Joël Chouinard as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Port of Sept-Îles.
After serving as Interim President and CEO over the past several months, Mr. Chouinard has officially been appointed to the position. This appointment reflects the organization’s commitment to continuity and will enable the Port to pursue its development priorities, drawing on his in-depth knowledge of its operations and challenges.
“Over the past several months, Joël has demonstrated his ability to ensure organizational stability, mobilize teams and advance key priorities. He has the full confidence of the Board of Directors and the Port’s team. His appointment reflects our commitment to continuity and development. We look to the future with confidence and a firm determination to carry out the Port’s mission and contribute to the economic vitality of our region,” said Bernard Lynch, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Port of Sept-Îles.
Originally from Sept-Îles and trained as a tax specialist, Mr. Chouinard has solid experience in financial management and regional development. With his knowledge of the Port and the region, he has ensured the continuity of operations during his interim tenure and will continue working with teams and partners to support the Port’s development.
About the Port of Sept-Îles
With diverse, high-performance facilities, the Port of Sept-Îles is the largest iron ore port in North America. It is also recognized as the leading port terminal serving the primary aluminum industry in the Americas. Playing a strategic role in Eastern Canada’s economy, the Port of Sept-Îles is also a pioneer in sustainable development, notably through the establishment of the first environmental monitoring observatory on the St. Lawrence River and a research chair in partnership with Université Laval dedicated to coastal ecosystems and port activities.
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Media Contact :
Bernard Lynch
Chair of the Board of Directors
Port of Sept-Îles
Tel.: 418-444-3660
bernardlynchavocat@gmail.com