The Young Pipeliners Forum (YPF) is active around the country and the annual APGA Convention and Exhibition provides the perfect opportunity for the chapters to catch up, swap ideas and, of course, discuss the future of the industry.
With fun and exciting networking events such as winery tours, bare-foot lawn bowls, quiz nights and treasure hunts, the YPF also has a focus on knowledge transfer with mentoring nights and Q&A sessions.
As most know, the thirst for knowledge is insatiable among young pipeliners, so any opportunity to grill a member of the older generations about everything from the state of the industry through to the best methods of pipelaying is eagerly anticipated.
With the annual Convention and exhibition being the best opportunity for this, it is essential that the older generation pass their knowledge and expertise onto the young pipeliners, especially in today’s unpredictable global energy climate.
New members
Further to this, the YPF’s various state chapters are always looking for new members to take part in the activities on offer, so if you know of a person at your company or in the industry who is under 40 and not aware of the YPF, be sure to send them to the YPF stand so they can find out what it’s all about!
With representatives from the various state chapters manning the stand throughout the convention, there is sure to be a friendly face waiting to say hello.
The long-term success of any industry depends on fostering the interest and skills of all employees and ensuring that experiences and knowledge can be passed on from one generation to the next.
The YPF is certainly a strong representative of the young pipeliners in our industry, but with your help it will only get stronger