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TURNER INDUSTRIES COM PA N Y M AG A ZIN E
EDITORS
Jason Broha, Marie Crespo, Lindsey Guidry, Terry Kenney, Carissa Villarreal, Corinne Welborn, and Andrew White
WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS
Matthew Aucoin, Troy Bergeron, Troy Berkholz, Travis Black, Christian Borjas, Mark Brittain, Mike Campos, Jeremy Cooper, Kent Dartez, Clyde Diaville, Don Disotell, Christian Donnelly, Casey Dugas, Walter Fleming, Kaci Forman, Lori Garza, Michael Gill, Peter Gonzalez, Philip Grabert, George Haynes, Eric Helton, Mark Kenney, Patrick Lee, Frederick Manchack, Trina Meekins, Laura Miller, Jesse Morain, Jessica Moreno, Raymond Neck, Alfredo Osornio, Colby Plaia, Kristine Price, John Richard, Oracio Rodriguez, Cody Sherrill, Doug Sinitiere, Michael Stirrat, Gregory Thibodeaux, Carla Thompson, Tiffany Veal, and Jimmy Watkins
EDITOR’S NOTE 2026 isn’t just another year at Turner Industries. Now in our 65th year, momentum is building across the company—from breakthrough tech going live and capabilities expanding into new markets, to strategic partnerships unlocking opportunities from coast to coast. The theme “Taking Shape” captures what’s happening right now at Turner: building a safer, more innovative future for industrial services. As you’ll see in these pages, Turner’s investments in people, technology, and safety culture are coming together in ways that will deliver real value for our clients and opportunities for our teams.
MEET THE TEAM
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jason Broha
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Scott Greci and Katie Chemin
JASON BROHA
KATIE CHEMIN
MARIE CRESPO
SCOTT GRECI
LINDSEY GUIDRY
TERRY KENNEY
CARISSA VILLARREAL
CORINNE WELBORN
ANDREW WHITE
IN THIS ISSUE Safety First
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Safety Milestones
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Top-Job JSA Award Winners Hard Hat Sticker Safety Recognition Program
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Projects & Services
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Cover Story: Taking Shape What We’re Building Together in 2026
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Employee Profile: Eric Helton
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Project Awards
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Safety First The Latest & Greatest Safety Updates From Around the Company
Emergency Response Recognition at AdvanSix Hopewell, Va. — During a recent incident at the AdvanSix site in Hopewell, Virginia, Turner Industries’ Isaiah Kuykendall was mustered with other contractors in a building where the door wouldn’t stay closed. Throughout the entire incident, he took the initiative to manually secure the door, protecting everyone inside.
“Witnessing the initiative Isaiah took to make sure that all personnel, regardless of the name on their hard hat, were safe during the event expresses the attitude that Turner has on safety in our facility. We truly appreciate it,” said Justin Siminek, capital project controls manager for AdvanSix.
AdvanSix’s Justin Siminek, left, and Fred Efird, right, recognize Turner Industries’ Isaiah Kuykendall for his quick response to an emergency on site.
Advanced Craft Training Developed at Dow St. Charles Hahnville, La. — Turner Industries is proud to recognize Chan Chambers, training supervisor, for his role in the creation and implementation of the new “Advanced Craft Training” program at the Dow St. Charles facility. This innovative course combines two critical safety and skill areas—Lockout Tagout and Flange Makeup—into a single training module. The training utilizes a variety of resources, and the goal of developing this advanced training was simple: to equip employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles more effectively.
Cheniere Safety Day Cameron, La. — Turner Industries is proud to participate in Cheniere Sabine Pass LNG’s annual safety day. At Turner Industries, a culture of safety is built into everything the company does, and together with its clients, Turner is building a safer workplace for all. 4 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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Employee Excellence Recognized at Venture Global Site Port Sulphur, La. — Turner Industries employees at the Venture Global Plaquemines LNG site were recently recognized for their exceptional work and commitment to safety. The Crew of the Month honor went to Robert Wattigny, Blade Lafrance, Jared Bourgeois, Cameron Bruce, and Cameron Pizani. Al Lopez, Juan Duron, Alejandro Dandrades, Aury Almanzar, and Irwin Cabrera received JSA of the Month recognition. Rosa Rodriguez was named Employee of the Month.
Crew of the Month - Venture Global Plaquemines LNG
JSA of the Month - Venture Global Plaquemines LNG
Rosa Rodriguez - Employee of the Month Venture Global Plaquemines LNG
S.T.A.R.T. Training at Eastman Kingsport Kingsport, Tenn. — Turner Industries’ Kent Dartez and Glenn Massey recently led S.T.A.R.T. (Supervisor Training in Accountability and Recognition Techniques) classes for Turner’s leadership team at the Eastman site in Kingsport, Tennessee. The training covered safety fundamentals alongside essential soft skills including effective communication and leadership development.
Turner Mechanical Crew’s Stop Work Prevents Incident Lake Charles, La. — A Turner Industries mechanical crew recognized a hazard at the Westlake Lake Charles South Plant, implementing an immediate stop work. During structural steel work in a chlorine unit, the crew identified a live flex connection resting directly on their scaffold. Recognizing the extreme electrical hazard, they immediately halted operations and initiated proper safety protocols. Further evaluation confirmed the scaffold was energized with 30 volts of electricity across the structure, and the cable used for the LOTO procedure had been cut. The Turner crew’s attention to their surroundings and commitment to safety protocols prevented serious injury or worse. WINTER 2026 5
CELEBRATING SAFETY!
TSRC Specialty Materials - Plaquemine, LA - Two Years
Syngenta - St. Gabriel, LA - 2 Million Work Hours
Venture Global (SIPA) - Port Sulphur, LA - One Year and 100,000 Work Hours 6 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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Here are a few Turner Industries jobsites that recently celebrated OSHA recordable free safety milestones.
WestRock - Evadale, TX - Five Years
Louisiana Sugar Refining - Gramercy, LA - Four Years and 450,000 Work Hours
Syensqo - Alpharetta, GA - One Year
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C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S T O O U R
TOP-JOB JSA AWARD WINNERS Rope Access B AT O N R O U G E , L O U I S I A N A LOB: Rope Access SUPERINTENDENT: Nathon Williams SUPERVISOR: Alex St. Cyr FOREMAN: Jacques Wimberley From Left: Jacques Wimberley, Richard Turcios, Marcus Joseph, Brock Joubert, and Luis Diaz.
CREW: Brock Joubert, Marcus Joseph, Triston Lalonde, Richard Turcios, and Luis Diaz
Suncor C O M M E R C E C I T Y, C O L O R A D O LOB: Maintenance SUPERINTENDENT: Darrell Ferguson SUPERVISOR: Victor Pinedo FOREMAN: Julian Verdugo CREW: David Sanchez and Gerardo Verdugo Carbajal
From Left: Victor Pinedo, Julian Verdugo, David Sanchez, Gerardo Verdugo Carbajal, and Darrell Ferguson.
The Turner Top-Job JSA Recognition Program acknowledges outstanding individual and team efforts in communicating hazard awareness and control through the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process. F O R M O R E INF O R M AT I O N
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Hard Hat Sticker Safety Recognition Program The hard hat sticker program rewards and recognizes employees across the country for enforcing safe work environments. We would like to take this opportunity to highlight achievements of employees who have gone above and beyond to protect themselves and their colleagues. Here are the top picks for this quarter.
TOP PICKS OF THE QUARTER
TOP MENTOR
STOP WORK
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Adam Walters: Suncor - Commerce City, CO
Carson Hill, Kevin Morgan, Louis Fosselman, Kenneth Tillery, Glynn Floyd: Olin - Plaquemine, LA
Jabriel Fields, Mark Roberson, Jonathan Allen, and Jason Kline: Honeywell UOP - Baton Rouge, LA
The crew was tasked with pulling a Process Safety Valve (PSV) on a piece of equipment. During the job walk, it was noticed that the bleeder valve on the PSV was red tagged, meaning not in use. The job was stopped and the work coordinator, as well as operations, was contacted. Operations pulled the red tag and made an addendum to the red tag master and work was able to be restarted and safely completed.
The crew stopped work because an operator did not want to use a lock box for a PVC water line in the pilot building. Employees got with the operations frontline supervision to install LOTO and bleed the water out of the line before starting work.
GOOD CATCH
BRIGHT IDEA
JSA+
Mark Roberson: Honeywell UOP - Baton Rouge, LA
Donald Hart: Honeywell UOP - Baton Rouge, LA
Erick Garza: Shell - Deer Park, TX
Mark noticed one of the crane outriggers was corroded. He stopped the work and notified management to have the crane inspected and repaired.
Donald stopped work in the ACW building and suggested a safety mirror was needed for exiting and entering the ACW building, making the working environment safer for everyone.
Adam was a tremendous help during the recent transition of the maintenance contract earlier this year. Additionally, Adam went above and beyond to ensure Turner’s Specialized Welding Services team has everything they need to execute the upcoming turnaround. He is a constant support to all Turner employees and a true mentor that cares for his Turner family.
Erick creates quality JSAs with simple, specific information about the jobs being performed, including hazard mitigations for each step.
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What It Takes to Get the Job Done Right
Turner Specialty Services Adds Capabilities for Rubicon’s Operations Turner Specialty Services (TSS) is expanding its operational footprint and service scope at the Rubicon site in Geismar, Louisiana. As of November 2025, TSS has integrated into the established maintenance services at the Rubicon site. To facilitate this expansion and enhance service delivery, TSS has added new personnel and equipment to the site. The core of this expansion involves TSS taking on critical, specialized maintenance services at the Rubicon facility including hydro-blasting services, vacuum services, chemical cleaning services, inspection and NDE services, and rope access. This service expansion adds to the already great standing relationship that Turner Industries has established with Rubicon, and offers a simpler solution for maintenance, turnaround, and daily operations at the Geismar site.
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INNOVATIVE RIGGING: Turner Completes Flare Drum Replacement at Shell Norco When Turner Industries’ crane and rigging group was tapped to replace the RCCU Flare Drum at Shell’s Norco facility in September 2024, the project presented a unique set of challenges. Limited access, strict height restrictions, and the requirement to keep the existing derrick intact meant conventional lifting methods simply wouldn’t work. The solution? Turner engineered an innovative approach using a 500T 4-point gantry system configured to operate at a track height of approximately 25 feet. This eliminated the need for a large crane while providing the precise lift control essential for the job. The team installed custom 50foot header beams with bolt-on cantilever weights using a 165-ton crane, then bolted them to the flare riser to safely raise and replace the flare drum with pinpoint accuracy. Safety remained essential throughout the operation. Pneumatic chain hoists that connected to horse collar style lift links handled the load, while jacks securely supported the flare riser—allowing the crew to work safely below without being under a suspended load. After a year of detailed planning and coordination, field execution took place in September 2025. Over the course of 20 twelve-hour shifts, the project was completed safely, efficiently, and without any incidents.
Limited access, strict height restrictions, and the requirement to keep the existing derrick intact meant conventional lifting methods simply wouldn’t work.
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RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB:
Rope Access Saves Time and Money When dense piping blocked traditional access methods on a recent mechanical maintenance project, a Turner Specialty Services rope access crew found a better way. Sam Dunnagan, Ricardo Tovar, and Sergio Medina faced a challenging work area where conventional approaches wouldn’t cut it. A manlift—the typical go-to solution—couldn’t navigate through the tight network of pipes to reach the necessary support structures. Scaffolding would have worked, but at a steep price. Instead, the team deployed their specialized rope access skills to complete the work safely and efficiently. The result? Critical maintenance accomplished on schedule and thousands of dollars saved for the client. The crew assessed the obstacles, identified the most effective solution, and delivered results that worked for everyone involved. For Turner Specialty Services, it’s another example of how the right team with the right skills can turn a difficult access challenge into a win for the client’s bottom line.
Turner Specialty Services rope access technicians recently turned an access challenge into cost savings. Pictured here are Sam Dunnagan and Ricardo Tovar.
Specialized Welding Services Performs Dual Turnaround Work for Syngenta Turner Industries’ Specialized Welding Services group successfully completed dual turnarounds at Syngenta’s St. Gabriel, Louisiana facility this summer, managing work across multiple process units with a peak workforce of 111 employees. The team handled the PinX and SD-25 turnarounds simultaneously, covering units including HCN, HPF, EO, ET, Utilities, Packaging, and MPF. Among the project’s significant accomplishments was replacing the 3209D vessel on PinX after inspection revealed it had reached end of life. On SD-25, the crew completed complex modifications to the 601 LA rotary drum in HPF, installing new Micronics components including the trough, wiper blades, and spray bars. PinX ran 42 working days on a 6-10 schedule, with crews logging 6,779 total hours including 2,651 add-on hours. SD-25 extended 54 working days, accumulating 32,974 total hours with 9,105 add-on hours beyond the original 23,869 planned.
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Turner Specialty Services Holds Demo Days in Tennessee Turner Specialty Services (TSS) recently held Demo Days in Kingsport, Tennessee showcasing TSS’ latest innovations and services. These events featured live demonstrations of rope access, automated ultrasonic techniques, updated drone and robotics capabilities, guided wave inspection, ultrasonic testing, radiography, eddy current, phased array, and low frequency electromagnetic technique — all of which improve safety, accuracy, and efficiency on a jobsite. In an industry where technological advancements are continuing to play a pivotal role, TSS is proud to be a leader in delivering state-of-the-art industrial solutions.
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After months of careful planning and weeks of intensive execution, Turner Industries successfully completed the Big Block Turnaround at the PEMEX Deer Park refinery—a major maintenance event that showcased the company’s full range of capabilities across multiple craft disciplines and specialty services. The project concluded with the two metrics that matter most: zero injuries and on-time completion.
Scope and Scale In the East Block alone, Turner’s Specialized Welding Services (SWS) crews tackled 6 columns, 21 vessels, 45 exchangers, and 341 pipe and valve jobs. Turner completed an additional 68 pipe and valve jobs in the Outside Battery Limits (OSBL) areas while providing critical labor support across the Coker, Distilling, East Block, and OSBL units. At peak operations, more than 400 Turner personnel were on site, logging over 128,000 workhours. The scaffolding effort alone required 128 scaffolds consisting of over 21,000 pieces of material. Insulation crews removed and installed over 4,300 linear feet of insulation throughout the project.
The Big Block Turnaround’s site management team included, from left, Cesar Garcia, Turner Maintenance Manager; Craig Gautreaux, Turner Project Controls Manager; Mike Campos, Turner Site Manager; Dario Duarte, Turner Superintendent; Trey Daigle, SWS Safety Manager; Carlos Velazquez, SWS Cost Manager; Tyler Reber, SWS Superintendent; Jeremy Cooper, SWS Project Manager; Jorge Garcia, SWS Superintendent, and Preston Ashworth, SWS QC Manager.
Leadership and Teamwork According to the Turner and PEMEX Deer Park project teams, what made this turnaround truly successful was the combination of careful planning, constant communication, and a commitment to safety at every level. From the planning teams who laid the groundwork months in advance to the craft professionals who executed the work with precision, every contribution proved essential.
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After months of planning and weeks of intense execution, the Big Block Turnaround was completed safely and on schedule. Congratulations to everyone at the PEMEX Deer Park refinery who helped make this turnaround a winner!
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WELCOME ABOARD! Turner Industries has been expanding its workforce, welcoming new team members to jobsites across the country. Here are a few of our newest team members. We’re thrilled to have you onboard!
PEMEX Deer Park, TX
PHILLIPS 66 Sweeny, TX
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C EL EB RAT I N G
50 YEARS IN TEXAS Turner Industries marked its 50th year operating in Texas with celebration events across the state, honoring the partners, employees, and communities who have contributed to five decades of growth and success.
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In 2026, Turner Industries is seeing the next
era of growth take shape—reaching new markets and strengthening relationships in established ones, growing the next generation of skilled workers, and pioneering innovative safety initiatives that will help define the future of industrial operational excellence. 18 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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Building the Workforce of the Future
In 2026, Turner’s Workforce Development team is forging new partnerships with technical colleges and high schools while strengthening existing relationships that will help prepare the next generation for industrial careers. The Workforce Development team will continue to participate in career fairs and support craft competitions such as Future Farmers of America welding competitions and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Industrial Craft Competition.
Turner is also expanding its veteran outreach through organizations like NextOp and The Boot, helping military personnel transition to civilian careers. Internally, the team is launching craft upgrade training through the Turner Training Academy and offering NCCER's Fundamentals of Crew Leader training for all front-line leaders.
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Walking the Walk Turner is rolling out new safety initiatives in 2026 designed to further strengthen the company’s safety performance and culture. For example, Walk the Job ensures every task in the field gets a visual verification before work begins. Launched in partnership with AFPM, this initiative helps identify potential hazards and makes sure everyone understands the work scope, risks, and required safeguards. As workloads have become more complex, Walk the Job ensures that even routine tasks receive proper oversight. To support the rollout of Walk the Job, Turner has released training materials, badge cards, posters, and hard hat stickers. Turner is also continuing to adopt the Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) philosophy to better understand the gap between how work is planned and how it is actually performed. When mistakes occur, HOP looks at system issues like unclear instructions or inadequate equipment instead of blaming individuals. This approach builds a culture of learning and trust, making it easier for employees to succeed by creating better, safer systems. To support this transition, Turner is launching specialized training and guides for its HOP learning teams.
Pipe Fabrication for NextGeneration Industries Turner Industries’ Pipe Fabrication Division will continue to expand in three sectors that represent a key part of American infrastructure: pharmaceuticals, data centers, and power generation. To support the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing, Turner has reconditioned a dedicated bay at its North Yard in Port Allen, Louisiana, specifically for hygienic piping systems. The division will utilize enclosed head orbital welding equipment to meet the exact standards required for pharmaceutical applications. Building on more than 15 years of excellence in nuclear pipe fabrication, Turner is also expanding its nuclear capabilities at the Port Allen facilities, positioning the company to help support the next nuclear renaissance. 20 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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Hit ting the Road with Heavy Lifting Turner’s Equipment, Rigging, and Specialized Transportation Division is expanding its geographic footprint and service capabilities in 2026. The division is targeting growth in West Texas and has staged additional cranes in the Corpus Christi area to expand capabilities in that market. To meet growing demand, Turner is also adding specialty trailers to the specialized transportation group.
SWS Ready to Let Sparks Fly Specialized Welding Services (SWS) is focused on strategic growth in 2026 by maintaining and strengthening current relationships while partnering with new clients, many outside of the Gulf Coast region. The group will serve as general contractor for a major turnaround in the Midcontinent, one of the largest contracts in SWS history. SWS has also been awarded turnaround and project work in Tennessee for 2026.
Full Speed Ahead
for TSS Industrial
The TSS Industrial group is implementing auto index technology with automated exchanger cleaning equipment, which increases cleaning speed by 30 percent over manual methods while removing operators from the line of fire of high-pressure water. The system uses tubesheet mapping software to map entire bundles and ensure every tube is cleaned to the same standard. TSS is also acquiring and refurbishing additional extraction equipment, exploring advanced torque tools with the latest technology, and expanding flange refacing and machining services. In 2026, the group is working to launch a refractory services group to offer end-to-end, turnkey solutions for complex furnace work. W I N T E R 2 0 2 6 21
The Next High-Tech Revolution Coming to NDE & Inspections The NDE & Inspections group is integrating advanced technologies including AI-driven data management tools, drones, robotics, and sophisticated NDE weld quality services. New equipment for 2026 includes: CARESTREAM HPX-PRO PORTABLE CR SYSTEM for high-throughput digital imaging HPX-ARC BENDABLE DR TECHNOLOGY for faster imaging with lower radiation dose HAUSBOT WITH AEROGRIP TECHNOLOGY capable of climbing any surface for inspections SKYGAUGE UT DRONE for precise ultrasonic thickness measurements on the exterior of vessels NAVVIS VLX 3 WEARABLE SCANNING SYSTEM
for comprehensive reality capture and digital twin creation
ANTEA IDMS SOFTWARE providing real-time data with all assets in one digital twin representation
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The Rope Access group is expanding and working closely with all Turner divisions to provide innovative, safe, and efficient access solutions. The group is implementing new technology including the SKYLOTEC ACX Power Ascender Kit, a battery-powered motorized system that considerably simplifies and accelerates work on complex structures, and the Gravitron Innovation Catch Net, which provides an innovative inflatable catch net to prevent accidents by catching falling tools and materials.
Digging into New Territories
The Environmental group is expanding civil capabilities including earth moving projects, large-scale clearing and grubbing projects, and solidification and stabilization projects. The group is also growing its Total Tank Solutions program and targeting new markets in Utah, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Colorado.
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Fueling Up and Laying
Foundations
2026 is shaping up to be a banner year for Turner’s Construction Division. While some planned projects have been put on hold or pushed out, they have been replaced with activity in LNG, data centers, and pharmaceuticals. Turner’s module yards are continuing to gain traction. The division is excited to kick off several LNG projects while continuing to perform on multiple ongoing projects across many different sectors.
Maintaining Momentum It was a record year for Turner’s Maintenance Division as the company added more alliances and expanded its geographic footprint to deliver the “Turner Advantage” to new clients across America. In 2026, Turner’s Maintenance Division will continue to expand from Whiting, Indiana and Commerce City, Colorado to Corpus Christi, Texas, bringing its expertise to new worksites. This expansion isn’t just about covering more ground; it’s about continuing to bring the Turner Advantage— consolidation of services and process innovations to lower the cost of ownership—to the industries that form the backbone of America’s economy.
Driving Innovation from the Ground Up
In 2026, Turner’s IT department will continue advancing its operations-driven innovation model. This collaborative framework ensures technological investments deliver measurable improvements to safety, efficiency, and productivity across operations. The IT team is also focusing on enhanced data accessibility and security initiatives, providing business units with tools that enable faster, more informed decision-making. Building on recent internal IT education efforts, Turner is also working to integrate emerging technologies such as AI throughout the organization, ensuring teams can leverage new capabilities while maintaining stringent security standards. W I N T E R 2 0 2 6 23
EMPLOYEE PROFILE
Eric Helton
Current Title: Site HSE Manager —
Eastman Chemical (Longview, Texas) Eric Helton’s journey from combat engineer to safety leader is defined by a simple but powerful mission: ensuring every person goes home safe. His nearly eight years in the U.S. Army, including two tours in Afghanistan as a combat engineer and later as a drill sergeant, taught him lessons in adaptability, resilience, and leadership that continue to guide his work today. Now, as the site HSE manager for Turner Industries at the Eastman Chemical facility in Longview, Texas, Eric brings that same commitment to protecting and empowering the people around him.
A Quick Q & A with Eric What are your job responsibilities?
As the site HSE manager, I implement and enforce safety policies, conduct risk assessments, train employees, and ensure compliance with all regulations. I truly care about each person and want them to succeed, not just at work, but in life, and return safely to their loved ones.
What do you find most satisfying about your job?
Knowing the work I do directly impacts people’s lives. Safety isn’t just a job for me; it’s a responsibility and a culture that I strive to strengthen every day.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
I love spending time with my family on camping trips, playing golf, and coaching my daughter’s softball team.
What is something interesting about you people might not know?
I received a Purple Heart for injuries sustained during my first deployment to Afghanistan. I’m currently writing a memoir about my time in the military and I hope one day it’ll be published.
What is your motto or personal mantra?
“Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly.” – John F. Kennedy
What are your top 3 life highlights so far?
My military service. My marriage to my wife. The birth of my kids.
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TURNER INDUSTRIES RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING PROJECT PERFORMANCE Turner Industries’ dedication to project excellence has earned the company multiple awards from leading construction industry organizations. The Construction Users Roundtable presented Turner with its Construction Industry Project Excellence Award for the Gulf Coast Project in Freeport, Texas. Turner’s work on the Skyfall Biologicals Pilot Plant Project earned dual recognition, taking home Engineering News-Record Texas & Louisiana’s Best Project award in the Industrial/Energy category for 2025, while also receiving Excellence in Construction awards from two ABC chapters in Louisiana.
Turner Industries earned multiple Excellence in Construction awards from Associated Builders and Contractors' New Orleans/Bayou and Pelican chapters.
THE ABC NEW ORLEANS/BAYOU CHAPTER HONORED TURNER WITH: Excellence Awards: BlueCAT, Magnolia Project, Skyfall Biologicals Pilot Plant, Gulf Coast Project
Merit Gold Awards: Chimera, Deepwell High Pressure Injection Pump Project
Turner Industries received ENR Texas & Louisiana's Best Project award for its work on the Skyfall Biologicals Pilot Plant Project.
ABC’S PELICAN CHAPTER RECOGNIZED TURNER WITH: Excellence Awards: BlueCAT, Eastman 1500# Steam Line Outage Merit Awards: Magnolia Project,
Skyfall Biologicals Pilot Plant, Deepwell High Pressure Injection Pump Project
Turner Industries was presented with the CURT Construction Industry Project Excellence Award for the Gulf Coast Project in Freeport, Texas.
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Recruiting, Training & Retaining Our Most Important Asset–People
Women’s Leadership Luncheon Pasadena, Texas — Turner Industries helped sponsor the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region’s Women’s Leadership Luncheon at San Jacinto College in Pasadena. The event supports the professional development and networking opportunities for women leaders across the Houston Port Region’s industrial and business community.
Empower 225 Job Fair Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries employees recently attended a job fair at Empower 225. These candidates arrived job-ready, holding both NCCER Core and OSHA certifications. Recruiters collected résumés for immediate review, noting that candidates showed a strong desire to advance in specific crafts, including electrical, pipefitting, welding, safety, millwrighting, and instrumentation.
YOU! Choose Career Expo Robstown, Texas — Turner Industries joined employers from across the Coastal Bend region at the YOU! Choose Career Expo. The event brought together local high school students and industry leaders to explore career pathways in the region's top industries. 26 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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University of Houston Downtown Career Fair Houston, Texas — Turner Industries employees recently connected with more than 650 students at the University of Houston Downtown All Majors Career Fair who were seeking full-time or internship opportunities. The team showcased Turner’s career paths in engineering, management, and field operations while building relationships with the next generation of industrial professionals.
Destrehan High School Career Fair Destrehan, La. — The Turner Industries Workforce Development team recently visited St. Charles Parish to attend the Destrehan High School Career Fair, where many students expressed a strong interest in pursuing careers within the industrial sector. Turner is proud to help guide these students as they explore their future professional opportunities.
BUILD YOUR FUTURE Gonzales, La. — Turner Industries recently participated in the “Build Your Future” event, hosted by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) at the Lamar Dixon Exposition Center in Gonzales, Louisiana. The event drew a crowd of over 2,000 high school students eager to explore career opportunities in construction and skilled trades. Turner Industries also participated in ABC’s “Build Your Future” events held in Pasadena and Freeport, Texas.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Houston Veterans Career Fairs Houston, Texas — Turner Industries participated in two Houston career fairs in honor of Veterans Day. Jessica Moreno and Mandy Williams represented Turner at the University of Houston Veterans Career Fair and the Hiring Red, White, and You Job Fair and Resource event, hosted by Texas Workforce Solutions. Turner continues to recruit military veterans and recognizes the valuable skills and experience former service members bring to the workforce.
Turner Industries Recognized by Channelview ISD
Turner Brings Safety Culture to San Jacinto College Welding Students
Channelview, Texas — Turner Industries was recently presented with an award from Channelview ISD in recognition of its valued partnership. The award highlights Turner’s ongoing support of Channelview’s Career and Technical Education program. The award was accepted by the Houston workforce development team: Carla Thompson, Jessica Moreno, Mandy Williams, and Doug Gawlik.
Pasadena, Texas — Turner Industries has been partnering with San Jacinto College to strengthen the safety culture in the next generation of skilled craft professionals. The initiative focuses on lab safety at the college’s Central and North campus welding programs. Celia Torres, fabrication safety manager, has led safety walk-throughs at both campuses and, alongside Doug Gawlik, workforce development coordinator, has presented Stop Work Authority sessions to students. “Our goal is twofold,” Torres said. “We want to support our community colleges while ensuring students understand safety culture before they enter the workforce.” 28 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Turner Industries Hosts CTE Instructors from Alvin ISD Pasadena, Texas — Turner Industries recently welcomed over thirty Career and Technical Education instructors from Alvin Independent School District for a day of industry education and collaboration. Representatives from Turner-led sessions on Hazard Recognition, NCCER Hammer Math, hiring practices, and the life cycle of an industrial construction project. Brian Daigle, James Kidd, Celia Torres, and Carla Thompson delivered the presentations, with support from Kim Amos, Trina Meekins, Jessica Moreno, and Mandy Williams.
CMEF Girl’s Camp Pasadena, Texas —
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continues its strong support of the ABC Construction Maintenance Education Foundation (CMEF). Turner HS&E Manager Melissa Graff served as the opening speaker for the CMEF Girl’s Camp, an event designed to introduce eighth graders to industrial crafts before they choose their high school pathways. Melissa shared insights from her 20-plus years of experience with local students. The event featured hands-on activities and lunch provided by Turner.
Turner Industries Named GCCISD Partner of the Month Baytown, Texas — Goose Creek CISD has named Turner Industries their Career and Technical Education Partner of the Month for November 2025. This distinct honor recognizes Turner’s deep commitment to preparing students for thriving careers in the industrial sector. Through its productive partnership with the district, Turner continues to bridge the gap between education and real-world industrial success. W I N T E R 2 0 2 6 29
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Our Employee-Directed Volunteer Organization
Front Yard Bikes Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries volunteered with First Tuesday for a day of community service at Front Yard Bikes. The volunteers lined Government Street, where they cooked and served jambalaya. Volunteers served drive through style and reached over 3,000 neighbors. This event was a huge success, raising awareness and more than $15,000 to support Front Yard Bikes’ mission and the youth they serve.
Capital Area United Way Jambalaya Jamboree Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries was proud to support Capital Area United Way’s annual Jambalaya Jamboree event, sponsoring the Kid’s Zone and joining 65 cook-off teams for a day full of jambalaya and community.
United Way of Coastal Bend Golf Tournament Portland, Texas — Turner Industries participated in the 32nd Annual United Way of Coastal Bend Golf Tournament. The proceeds from this event supported education, health, and financial stability initiatives throughout the Coastal Bend.
Teach For America Ignite Celebration Baton Rouge, La. — Celebrating our ongoing partnership with Teach For America, TEAM Turner volunteers dedicated their time to Capitol Elementary, focusing on promoting childhood literacy, engaging with the students through reading sessions, and donating books directly to the children.
Strengthening Communities through Service and Safety Deer Park, Texas — Turner Industries and Shell Deer Park volunteers recently completed renovations at Sarah’s House in Pasadena, providing repairs, landscaping, and security upgrades for the women’s and children’s shelter. Turner Industries and Shell Deer Park also helped grant a Make-A-Wish Disney trip for Sophia Sanchez. By surpassing 10,000 safety observations year-to-date— including a donation for every Stop Work reported—the team successfully reached their fundraising goal. 30 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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TEAM Turner Gives Back This Christmas Season Turner employees ring in the holidays with generosity and good cheer.
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Updates from Around the Company
Fishing for a Cause Morgan City, La. — Turner Industries recently showed its support for our veterans by helping to sponsor the Wounded War Heroes Bass Tournament. Those who fished on behalf of Turner included Josh Andre and Steven Leach as well as Westlake Plaquemine’s Tommy Simoneaux and Glenn Leonard.
Amy Kling Named CIO of the Year at Louisiana IT Symposium New Orleans, La. — Turner Industries Chief Information Officer Amy Kling was honored as CIO of the Year at the 13th Annual Louisiana IT Symposium. This award recognizes technology leaders who demonstrate excellence in their field, strategic vision, and a commitment to community involvement. Kling was selected for her leadership in driving Turner’s digital transformation and business strategy.
Americas LNG & Gas Summit & Exhibition Lake Charles, La. — Turner Industries recently showcased its LNG expertise at the Americas LNG & Gas Summit & Exhibition, an international networking hub for the LNG, gas, and hydrogen sectors. Doug Sinitiere, director of business development for Turner Industries, and Colby Plaia, vice president of construction for Turner Industries, presented during the technical conference. Their presentation, titled “Back to the Future — Alignment & Planning Where It Matters Most,” focused on driving project improvement and maximizing synergies throughout the value chain.
FHR Kickoff Cookoff Corpus Christi, Texas — Turner Industries recently participated in the Flint Hills Resources (FHR) Kickoff Cookoff to commemorate the start of the upcoming 2026 winter turnaround. Contractors involved in the turnaround project joined FHR employees for the event, setting up cooking stations to feed the crews. 32 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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2025 S&B Golf Tournament Houston, Texas — Turner Industries recently helped sponsor the 2025 S&B Golf Tournament held at Wildcat Golf Club.
Roland Toups Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award From left are Brian Daigle of Turner Industries, John McNeill of S&B Engineering, Trina Meekins of Turner Industries, Kent Danforth of S&B Engineering, and Brandon Joslin of Turner Industries.
Baton Rouge, La — Roland Toups, executive chairman of Turner Industries, was recently honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Louisiana Energy Awards presented by 10/12 Industry Report in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The award recognizes Toups’ decades of leadership, workforce development advocacy, and community service.
Turner Industries Tops LSU ROARING 20 List for Fourth Consecutive Year Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries has once again earned the No. 1 spot on Louisiana State University’s LSU ROARING 20 list. This marks the fourth consecutive year the company has achieved this honor, which recognizes the 20 highest revenue-generating LSU graduate-owned or graduate-led businesses. “While our roots run deep with LSU, it is the daily commitment of our team members across the country that makes this sustained success possible,” said Stephen Toups, CEO of Turner Industries. “We are proud to represent the university and our industry at this level year after year.”
Global AWP & Advanced Project Delivery Conference Houston, Texas — At the Global AWP & Advanced Project Delivery Conference in Houston, Ray Ainsworth, construction integration leader for Turner Industries, and Colby Plaia, vice president of construction for Turner Industries, participated in a discussion regarding the recently completed “Gulf Coast Project” for Dow. The session focused on going “all in” with advanced work packaging and workface planning. The presenting team discussed what worked, lessons learned, and how strong collaboration between Turner and Dow delivered real project wins. W I N T E R 2 0 2 6 33
CLEAN SLATE: Get Your Digital Workspace Ready for 2026 As we kick off 2026, taking time to organize your computer can help you start the year more efficiently and securely. Here are some steps to get your “digital house” in order:
DECLUTTER YOUR DESKTOP: Move files into properly labeled folders. A clean desktop improves focus and makes important files easier to find.
TACKLE YOUR INBOX: Archive or delete emails from 2025 and earlier that you no longer need. Unsubscribe from newsletters you don’t read. Create folders for active projects so your inbox isn’t a catch-all.
REVIEW YOUR FILES: Delete duplicate documents, old drafts, and outdated project files. Back up important documents to your network drives or approved cloud storage. Organize by year or project to make future searches easier.
STRENGTHEN YOUR SECURITY: Update your passwords, especially if you’ve been using the same ones for a while. Enable multi-factor authentication where available. Review your browser’s saved passwords and remove accounts you no longer use. Contact IT if you notice anything suspicious.
UPDATE AND MAINTAIN: Ensure your software updates are current. Clear your browser cache and delete temporary files to improve performance. 34 WINTER 2 0 2 6
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ABOUT TURNER
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urner Industries provides a single solution in heavy industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, pipe and module fabrication, equipment, rigging and specialized transportation, and associated specialty services. Engineering News-Record Sourcebook ranks Turner as the nation’s top maintenance contractor in petroleum, and one of the top contractors in Texas and Louisiana. The company, headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, employs 20,000+ and works across the United States, with offices and facilities located in: Baton Rouge, LA
Port Allen, L A
Freeport, TX
Decatur, AL
Sulphur, LA
Houston, TX
Geismar, LA
Pensacola, FL
Paris, TX
Hahnville, L A
Beaumont, TX
Port Lavaca, TX
New Iberia, L A
Corpus Christi, TX
Salt Lake City, UT
OPERATIONS PRESENCE
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP STEPHEN M. TOUPS
DAVID J. FRANKS
JAMES P. SYLVESTER
RICK SCARDINA
AMY KLING
ROLAND M. TOUPS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
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