Théau Leclercq

Théau Leclercq

Théau Leclercq joined CIDCO in 2023. He holds a Master’s degree in Physical Oceanography from UQAR (Canada) as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Hydrography from the University of Western Brittany in partnership with SHOM (France). He brings strong expertise in hydrographic survey operations, working with both conventional vessels and autonomous surface vehicles (ASV) such as the DriX.


Jihed Bentahar

Jihed Bentahar

With an engineering background, complemented by a Master's and a PhD in engineering specialized in marine biotechnology, Jihed Bentahar leads innovation and commercialization at CIDCO. 

In his role, Mr. Bentahar is dedicated to technological evolution, the development of strategic partnerships, and the transfer of technology to the market. His activities focus on trend analysis, adapting the offering, and enhancing the value of technological advancements.


Vishwa Barathy Gandhi Kalidasan

Vishwa Barathy Gandhi Kalidasan

Vishwa earned his Master of Computer Science degree from the University of New Brunswick in 2023.


Mohsen Feizabadi

Mohsen Feizabadi

I have master’s degree both in Geomatics engineering (Istanbul Technical University, Turkey) and Geography (Université de Montréal). In Geomatics, my research focused on geodesy and specifically studying geoid determination and evaluation by the satellite and in-situ data. I continued my studies to investigate the sea level changes of Blacksea using tide-gauge and satellite altimetry data.


Steeve Guimond

Steeve Guimond

With a rich experience of 27 years as a technician in the automotive field. Mr. Guimond is now proud to be part of the CIDCO staff He joined the team in August 2022 as an Equipment Technician and Storekeeper.


Dominic Gonthier

Dominic Gonthier

In 2008, Dominic obtained a DEC in biomedical analysis and began a career as a laboratory technician in microbiology at the Rimouski hospital. During the 13 years he spent in this position, he had the opportunity to work on the implementation of a new computer system, which made him discover a world full of possibilities.

In the fall of 2020, he began studying computer science by correspondence at Université Laval. Dominic quickly developed an interest in Python programming, artificial intelligence and relational databases.


Andréane Bastien

Andréane Bastien

Bacem Houimli

Bacem Houimli

Electronics Engineer, Bacem Houimli also holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and currently serves as a Project Manager at CIDCO. With over 15 years of experience in hydrography and underwater inspection technologies, Mr. Houimli began his career in the offshore industry, where he held various roles, progressing from hydrographer to project manager and party chief.


Rimouski among the great centers of expertise in marine robotics and hydrospatial in the world!

Rimouski at the forefront

With the acquisition of several new tools, including autonomous vehicles and underwater vehicles, the Centre Interdisciplinaire de Développement en Cartographie des Océans (CIDCO) is proud to announce the creation of the first pole of expertise in marine robotics and hydrospatial in the Lower St. Lawrence!
  
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