The companies and organizations presented below are taking part in the project. Their expertise, operating contexts, and commitment to innovation help enrich the project and represent the diversity of realities within the sector. Together, they contribute to documenting, understanding, and advancing the electrification of heavy machinery in Québec.
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Groupe Bellemare serves as the project spokesperson. The company participates in training workshops, events, and sits actively on the steering committee. It also provides some of its electric and diesel equipment for the project to support data collection.
This commitment is part of Groupe Bellemare’s strong environmental approach: the company has adopted an ambitious sustainable development policy and has multiplied decarbonization initiatives, including integrating the first 100% electric loader in Canada and aiming for a significant reduction of its GHG emissions.
Their participation reflects their willingness to be a key player in the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable worksites in Québec, openly sharing the keys to a successful transition.
Participants
Participants play an essential role in the success of the project. They provide equipment, expertise, and real‑world conditions necessary for deployment.
Partners contribute by lending electric machines, charging stations, and specialized equipment required to complete the project. They also offer technical support, help commission the machines, and share their knowledge of electric technologies, allowing the equipment to be evaluated in a context representative of the sector.
Ambassadors, meanwhile, perform tests on an active worksite for two weeks to obtain real usage data comparable to a diesel-equivalent vehicle. Their involvement includes optimizing machine use during the trial, actively engaging their teams to share operational information, and collecting operator feedback to obtain essential qualitative data.
Participating associations also strengthen the project’s reach through their networks, strategic advice, and communications support. Some participants also provide space for training, demonstrations, or events, fostering knowledge sharing and visibility for the project.
Since 2007, Groupe Gymdex has been a reference in heavy machinery in Québec. A second‑generation family business, it specializes in the sale, repair, and after‑sales service of equipment for excavation, construction, snow removal, forestry, demolition, and recycling.
Gymdex is the first North American distributor of LiuGong and its exclusive dealer in Québec. Founded 65 years ago, LiuGong is a global manufacturer offering a wide range of construction machines.
Solution Mécanique Diésel Inc. is a company specializing in the sales, maintenance, and repair of drilling equipment. Founded in 2017, it stands out for its technical expertise and personalized service tailored to industry professionals. The company notably represents StonePower, a Finnish manufacturer renowned for its robust and innovative drilling solutions designed to perform in demanding environments. A pioneer in the development of electric equipment, StonePower focuses on energy efficiency, compactness, and the reliability of its technologies. Through this partnership, the eScorpion electric drill rig has been identified as a candidate for a future trial in 2027 or 2028.
Terapro is a Québec‑based distributor of agricultural and industrial equipment. The company provides sales, maintenance, and repair services for machinery used primarily in the agricultural and construction sectors. Terapro is a dealer of the CASEbrand, an international equipment manufacturer known for its range of machines designed for agricultural work and construction sites. This collaboration makes CASE equipment available on the Québec market, supported by technical services and local support provided by Terapro.
SDLG designs and manufactures a range of equipment for the construction, infrastructure, mining, and material handling sectors. Its products include wheel loaders, excavators, and road construction equipment recognized for their durability and efficiency. Operating in more than 130 countries, the company is now one of the most recognized heavy machinery manufacturers worldwide and relies on innovation and continuous improvement to meet the needs of modern job sites.
Malco Électrique specializes in planning, designing, engineering, and installing charging infrastructure for electric vehicle fleets. Through numerous projects carried out with various clients, the company has developed strong expertise and solutions tailored to the needs of the sector. It offers professional, reliable, and personalized service to support organizations in their energy transition throughout Québec. It offers professional, reliable, and personalized service to support organizations in their energy transition throughout Québec.
Solutions Haute Puissance designs and supplies power modules intended for high‑power industrial applications. Its solutions are used notably in fast chargers for electric vehicles, AC‑DC power supplies for plasma torches, and certain electrochemical processes such as electrolyzers and deionization cells. The company also offers the integration of batteries as well as renewable energy sources such as photovoltaic panels and wind turbines, with interfaces compatible with industrial requirements.
Zone Énergie, a division of Zone Signature, is a charge point operator (CPO) specializing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, as well as energy storage and intelligent energy management solutions. The company develops and operates solutions for businesses, municipalities, transportation providers, and commercial fleets to optimize electricity use and support transportation electrification. Its offerings include charging infrastructure with various power levels, energy storage systems, and connected technologies designed to improve energy efficiency and simplify infrastructure management.
The CFP Baie‑Jamesoffers recognized vocational training programs in several key sectors. It stands out by offering the only training program in Québec in hybrid and electric heavy‑equipment mechanics, designed to meet the industry’s evolving technological landscape. Its programs are developed in collaboration with industry partners to reflect the real needs of the job market. Its Corporate Services department also helps support skills development in health and safety, as well as in other specialized fields across Québec. Thanks to this expertise and its market‑driven approach, the center effectively supports both individuals and organizations.
The Regroupement des récupérateurs et des recycleurs de matériaux de construction et de démolition du Québec is the largest organization representing the construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) materials sector in Quebec. It brings together companies and stakeholders involved in the reuse, recovery, recycling, and valorization of materials generated from construction, renovation, and demolition activities, while promoting knowledge sharing and the adoption of sustainable practices within the industry.
L'ACRGTQ represents contractors and suppliers working in road construction, civil engineering, and major works in Québec. Since 1944, it has defended the interests of employers in the sector and provides specialized support in labour relations, health and safety, legal services, and technical expertise.
Founded in 1966, l’APMLQ+ brings together companies specializing in construction, snow removal, excavation, transport, and earthwork, as well as crane owners, concrete pump operators, and drilling contractors. It has 500 members across Québec, mostly regional and family‑owned SMEs.
L’APOM represents municipal equipment professionals, including directors, superintendents, foremen, and chief mechanics working in public works departments across Quebec. Founded in 1970, it promotes the professional development of its members and provides opportunities for training, networking, and knowledge sharing on equipment, technologies, and best practices in the municipal sector.
Le Centre national de conduite d’engins de chantier Each year, it welcomes more than 150 students in initial training and nearly 2,300 workers in continuing education across its sites in Lévis, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, and Lavaltrie. It has around one hundred machines and facilities dedicated to training. The project’s first event took place at its Lévis site.
Expo Grands Travaux is one of the largest trade shows in the heavy equipment industry in Eastern Canada. Presented at Espace Saint-Hyacinthe, the event brings together hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest equipment, products, and services for the infrastructure, road construction, heavy construction, snow removal, agriculture, forestry, and landscaping sectors. The 2027 edition will host the second Flotte rechargeable – Machinerie lourde project event in the form of conferences and presentations.
Roulons électrique is an education and promotion campaign for electric vehicles coordinated by Équiterre, with financial support from Natural Resources Canada. Its Catalog of plug-in specialized vehicles is the most up-to-date resource for fleet managers looking to learn about available equipment and charging solutions.
MRKTincis a marketing agency specialized in the construction and heavy equipment sectors, recognized for its strong understanding of on-the-ground realities. With its ASP Construction certification, its team works directly on job sites, producing authentic content in collaboration with the industry.
Candidate Organizations for a Trial
The companies below have committed as potential ambassadors to host a trial of electric machinery on one of their worksites. For them, this participation will help assess the feasibility of electrifying their fleet and benefit from support in their decision-making process.
For the project team, access to varied worksites enables data collection in real conditions, representative of different types of sites in Québec’s ecosystem.
The final selection of test sites will be confirmed following the analysis process to identify the most appropriate location for the available equipment.
By participating in the project, organizations support sustainable innovation, help reduce emissions, and assist the industry in its transition toward cleaner technologies. Plug-in Fleet Heavy Equipment is currently seeking companies ready to collaborate and commit to this initiative.
To discuss and obtain the visibility plan, contact the project team.
