The 2024 John Tiratsoo Award for Young Achievement
This award recognizes the achievements of individuals under 36 years of age who have demonstrated a valuable and original contribution to the industry. Nominations should reference or reflect these qualities:
Nature of achievement(s)
Industry contribution or innovation
Leadership potential
Nominations can be made by anyone but must be endorsed/supported by senior managers within the organization.
Nominations will be evaluated, and the winners decided, by a rotating panel of Judges
The winners are announced and the awards presented at the Pipeline Pigging & Integrity Management Conference in Houston, Texas on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.
Nominations are due by December 15, 2023
2024 Award Judging Panel (to be confirmed):
Winners will receive (prize is subject to change):
$1000 voucher for travel, tuition, education or professional development expenses
Engraved crystal commemorative plaque
Recognition with an interview in World Pipelines magazine
Past Awards
International Pipeline Conference - Young Pipeline Professional Honor
This honor recognizes young pipeline professionals who have made a significant contribution to the energy pipeline industry by addressing challenges related to social, safety, integrity, operational excellence, or engineering issues. These future leaders have demonstrated an ability and willingness to influence the future of the energy pipeline industry in the 21st century.
The deadline for candidate submissions has passed.
ASME Petroleum Division - Keith Thayer Exceptional Early Career Award
Named for past Petroleum Division Chair and ASME President, Keith Thayer. Known for his dedication to early career professionals and their development both in ASME and in their careers.
This award recognizes outstanding dedication, effort and performance by an early career professional. Candidates must be within 10 years of their career from college graduation and an ASME member.
The deadline for candidate submissions has passed.