01/29/2026
The HDD industry’s biggest night is happening now at The Underground Infrastructure Conference 2026.
�The HDD Reunion is bringing together contractors, engineers, manufacturers, and pioneers from across the industry to celebrate the camaraderie and shared history that define horizontal directional drilling, regardless of rig size, role, or years in the field.�
Tonight, we proudly induct the HDD Hall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing individuals whose leadership and impact helped shape the industry:�Don Riggs, Future Infrastructure�Frank McKinney, Sharewell and InRock�Russell Baker, Berco�Eric Skonberg, Consulting Engineer and former contractor�John Teer, Sharewell�
We also honor this year’s posthumous inductees, whose legacies continue to guide the industry:�Mark Van Houwelingen, Vermeer�Robert Hamil, Laney Directional Drilling�Thomas “Tom” Allen, Tom Allen Construction / American Fiber Comm
We even surprised our Editor in Chief of Underground Infrastructure, Robert Carpenter, with an induction into the hall of fame!
�This reunion and Hall of Fame ceremony is a powerful reminder that HDD is built on relationships, respect, and experience earned in the field.
�A night worthy of the industry it honors.
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