Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI) (NYSE: KMI) is one of North America’s largest energy infrastructure companies, specializing in owning and operating pipelines and terminals that transport natural gas, refined petroleum products, crude oil, and carbon dioxide. Through its vast network of assets, Kinder Morgan facilitates the safe and reliable movement of approximately 40% of the natural gas consumed in the United States, as well as significant volumes of gasoline, diesel and other refined products. The company also operates CO₂ pipelines that serve enhanced oil recovery markets in the Rocky Mountain region.
The company’s portfolio comprises five core business segments: Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, Terminals, CO₂, and Kinder Morgan Canada. Its natural gas pipeline system extends over 70,000 miles, providing gathering, processing and transmission services to utilities, industrial users and power generators. The products pipelines network spans more than 8,000 miles, linking refineries and import/export terminals to major consumption centers. Terminals operations include liquid storage and handling facilities across the United States and Canada, offering storage capacity for crude oil, gasoline, ethanol and coal.
Founded in 1997 by former Enron executive Richard D. Kinder, the company grew rapidly through strategic acquisitions and the merger with El Paso Corporation in 2012. Over the years, Kinder Morgan has invested billions in expansion projects and capacity enhancements to meet rising demand for energy transportation. Its Canadian subsidiary operates natural gas pipelines and storage assets in Alberta and British Columbia, contributing to cross-border energy trade and regional market stability.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Steven Kean, Kinder Morgan emphasizes operational excellence, safety and environmental stewardship. The company continues to explore opportunities in carbon capture and sequestration, natural gas liquids fractionation and renewable natural gas. With a diversified asset base and a focus on long-term, fee-based contracts, Kinder Morgan plays a critical role in North America’s energy infrastructure landscape, supporting domestic energy security and economic growth.
