About Us
Welcome to the Appalachian Pipeliners Association.The organization was established to promote and support the pipeline industry in the northeastern United States and provide members with opportunities to support the industry, as well.
We appreciate your interest and hope that you will be an active participant in helping to advance our industry, as well as provide financial support to students who are seeking to join us in transporting safe, reliable energy to the market.
PRESIDENT"S LETTER:
I am honored and humbled to serve as the 2025 President of the Appalachian Pipeliners Association (APA). Over the past nine years, APA has played a pivotal role in fostering meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships between operators and service providers, strengthening our industry and community. As Vice President, I have supported the organization through operator engagement, and now, as President, I am excited to build upon this foundation to achieve new milestones and drive success.
As I begin my term, I will leverage my extensive knowledge of APA’s history and the expertise of our exceptional board members to uphold the organization’s relevance and create abundant opportunities for our membership. Our mission remains steadfast: to provide top-tier educational programming, foster networking opportunities, and maintain a pulse on the evolving pipeline and energy landscape. Additionally, our focus on scholarships continues to bring fresh talent into the industry, having awarded $70,000 in scholarships last year. My vision for 2025 is to expand this initiative and further invest in our scholarship recipients by implementing mentorship and engagement opportunities.
This year, we are introducing campaigns to grow membership, deepen connections with scholarship recipients, and enhance their professional development. Furthermore, we are excited to announce several key events that will anchor APA’s calendar in 2025:
These events are designed to facilitate collaboration and engagement among operators and service providers, creating invaluable opportunities to strengthen professional relationships and advance APA’s goals.
I look forward to leading alongside a dynamic team of board members and volunteers to make 2025 the most impactful year yet for APA. Together, we will continue to grow, innovate, and create lasting value for our industry and community.
Best Regards,
2025 President of Appalachian Pipeliners Association
Matthew Ciprich
Equinox Engineering, Vice President of Mergers, Acquisitions and the USA Business Unit