Hess Midstream LP (HESM) is a publicly traded company specialized in the midstream energy industry. Previously known as Hess Infrastructure Partners LP, the organization was rebranded in 2018 with the name that it holds today. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company provides an extensive range of services primarily to Hess Corporation in the Bakken shale play.
Established in 2014, Hess Midstream LP, through its subsidiaries, is known for its premier capabilities in owning, operating, developing, and acquiring a diverse set of midstream infrastructure. The firm's assets include oil, gas, and water gathering systems, natural gas processing & storage, and terminaling and export facilities.
Hess Midstream's operations are broadly divided into three primary segments – gathering, processing & storage, and terminaling & export. Under its gathering services, the company collects raw natural gas, crude oil, and water produced from wells and transports them to the common collection points. Its processing & storage services involve treating and conditioning raw natural gas delivered from gathering systems to prepare it for transport through interstate pipelines. The terminaling & export section manages the loading, unloading, blending, and storing of crude oil and natural gas liquids.
The company is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective midstream services that help in optimizing the overall field performance, minimizing downtime, and ultimately, aligning with the overall market demands. It is these capabilities that position Hess Midstream LP favorably in the midstream energy service chain.
Hess Midstream LP does not rely on the exploration or production of oil or gas but instead on the volume they process, making its revenue more stable and less susceptible to the oil and gas industry's price volatility. This revenue stability, complemented with its steady dividend growth, has made it a favorable choice among investors. As of the fourth quarter of 2021, the company had a >90% fee-based revenue structure, which provides predictable cash flows and supports dividend growth.
Additionally, the company maintains a strong focus on maintaining a sustainable environment. It is committed to conducting operations that meet or surpass environmental laws and regulations. Moreover, its partnership with Hess Corporation provides an advantageous position, gaining access to dedicated acreage that supports the robustness of its midstream infrastructure and services.