Leadership Transition: François Brazeau Named President and Chief Executive Officer

Senneterre, March 11, 2026 – PLC inc. of Senneterre today announced the appointment of Mr. François Brazeau as President and Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds Mr. Germain Fournier, who led the world-renowned company for more than 30 years.

“Building a company that lasts for 30 years is a challenge, and preparing its transition is just as important. For me, it is a fundamental responsibility of any owner. Over the years, François has demonstrated a strong vision, a deep understanding of our operations, and the ability to move the company forward, even during challenging times.
I am entrusting him with the presidency with complete confidence, and I will remain involved as a mentor to support the team as needed. I would like to thank all our partners for their commitment. It is a privilege for me to have a team that allows me to experience this transition with full confidence,” said Mr. Fournier.

With more than 25 years of service within the company, Mr. Brazeau has played a key role in business development. Supported by his four committed partners — Michel Robichaud, Geneviève Gemme, Daniel Taillefer, and Mindie Fournier — he is ready to continue driving the growth of PLC inc.

“This transition has been in preparation for quite some time. I am grateful for the trust Germain has placed in me. We have worked together for many years, and I have learned tremendously from him,” stated the new President.

PLC inc. is a leading designer of equipment for wood handling in secondary and tertiary wood processing facilities and is also a preferred supplier in the manufacturing of steel structures for the mining sector.