Trois-Rivières, June 30, 2026 – The Corporation des pilotes du Saint-Laurent central (CPSLC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Louis Maltais as its new Executive Director.
Mr. Maltais joins the Corporation with extensive experience in the maritime sector and recognized expertise in navigation, hydrography, and strategic management. During his career with the Canadian Hydrographic Service, he notably served as Director of Geospatial Services for Navigation and Support, where he played a key role in advancing navigation services and modernizing tools designed to enhance maritime safety in Canada.
His career, distinguished by leadership, innovation, and collaboration with numerous partners across the maritime industry, will be a significant asset to the Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots.
From left to right: Captain Éric Sauvé, President of the Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots; Mr. Louis Maltais, Executive Director; and Mr. Jean-Denis Girard, Outgoing Executive Director.
“We are very pleased to welcome Mr. Louis Maltais as Executive Director. His expertise, strategic vision, and in-depth knowledge of the maritime industry will contribute to the continued growth of our organization and the fulfillment of our mission: to provide safe, efficient pilotage services that meet the highest standards of professionalism.”
– Captain Éric Sauvé, President, Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots
As he assumes his new role, Mr. Maltais will oversee the Corporation’s operations and continue the work accomplished in recent years to address the current and future challenges of maritime pilotage on the St. Lawrence River. He will work closely with the pilots, employees, the Laurentian Pilotage Authority, port authorities, and all industry partners.
The Corporation also wishes to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Jean-Denis Girard for his commitment and dedication as Executive Director. During his tenure, he made significant contributions to the organization’s development and to the advancement of numerous strategic initiatives. The members of the Board of Directors, the pilots, and the employees extend their heartfelt gratitude and wish him every success in his future endeavors.
The Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots warmly welcomes Mr. Maltais and extends its best wishes for success in his new position.
About the Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots
The Corporation of Central St. Lawrence Pilots brings together the marine pilots responsible for ensuring the safe navigation of vessels on the St. Lawrence River between Montréal and Québec City. Through their expertise and in-depth knowledge of the river, the pilots play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and the environment while ensuring the efficient flow of maritime traffic along this waterway, which is essential to the Canadian economy.
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