BRP names former Renault Group executive Denis Le Vot as next CEO

Signage is seen on the offices of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) in Montreal, Monday, March 24, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi (Christinne Muschi)

VALCOURT — BRP Inc. has named former Renault Group executive Denis Le Vot as the company’s next chief executive officer.

Le Vot will take over the job effective Feb. 1 when José Boisjoli is expected to retire from the job and step down from his role as chair of the board.

The maker of Ski-Doos and Sea-Doos also says Le Vot will become a member of the board of BRP, while Pierre Beaudoin will become board chair.

Barbara Samardzich will remain the company’s lead independent director.

Boisjoli leaves BRP after 36 years, including 22 years as chief executive.

Le Vot has held a wide range of roles within the Renault Group around the world.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 16, 2025.