Avianor Receives Double Honours at the 2025 Gilles-Demers Awards

The Gilles-Demers Awards, presented each year by Aéro Montréal, highlights Quebec aerospace companies that stand out through their innovation, performance, and contribution to the sector’s reputation.

At the 2025 edition, Avianor received two prizes. The first one being the Growth and Wealth Creation Award which recognizes the company’s ability to generate economic benefits and establish itself as a leader in its industry. The second was the Sustainability and ESG Award which highlights a commitment to growing in a way that respects the planet, communities, and best practices in governance.

From left to right : Mario Lafrance (Vice President & General Manager - Avianor), Patrick Bertrand (Vice President, Aircraft Maintenance Business Unit - Avianor), Minister Christine Fréchette (Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy), Benoit Hudon (President & Chief Executive Officer – DRAKKAR) and Pierre-Louis Patin (Head of Cabin Integration - Avianor).

These distinctions honour the long-standing work of the entire Avianor team. They speak to the vision and ambition of its leadership, its strategic position strengthened by the A220 Centre of Excellence, and its recognized expertise in MRO and cabin interior solutions. They also represent meaningful recognition from its industry peers and a renewed source of motivation for the road ahead.