New administration and a fresh start for BMR Express Esquimau, now BMR Express de Marseille

Boucherville, October 28, 2024 – BMR Group is pleased to announce that BMR Express Esquimau, which has been in business for over 35 years, is now operating under the name BMR Express de Marseille, under a new administration.  

Located in the heart of Montreal's Hochelaga-Maisonneuve district, this neighborhood hardware store was acquired by Canadian Armed Forces veterans Marc Brouillette and Mario Tremblay, following the decision of the previous owner, Mr. Gilles Lambert, to retire. Mr. Lambert remains at their side, however, to ensure a smooth transition and to pass on the knowledge he has acquired over the years in running the successful hardware store he built with his late brother, Mr. Jacques Lambert.

The company's new owners wish to continue offering the same services to local residents, but also have plans to break into the commercial and contractor markets. They also want to get closer to the neighborhood's aging population, eventually offering a delivery service.  

“We're really happy to be embarking on this great adventure and to be supported by one of the founders of this neighborhood hardware store, as well as by the BMR team. They quickly gave us confidence and continue to support us as we gradually put down roots in this great industry”, said Marc Brouillette and Mario Tremblay, owners of BMR Express in Marseille.    

ABOUT BMR GROUP INC.

Groupe BMR is a subsidiary of Sollio Cooperative Group, which includes more than 275 renovation centres and hardware stores in Quebec, Ontario and the Maritime provinces. Retail sales for Groupe BMR and its members are estimated at more than $1.5 billion per year and some 8,000 people work within the network. Groupe BMR is the leading Quebec player in the hardware industry and operates under the BMR, Agrizone and Potvin & Bouchard banners. 

CONTACT

Kaven Delarosbil
Director, Executive & Corporate Communication
BMR Group
450-868-2567
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