Western Midstream Partners (NYSE:WES) (NYSE: WES) is a midstream energy infrastructure company that owns, operates and develops an integrated network of crude oil, natural gas and produced water gathering, processing, transportation and storage assets in the United States. The partnership’s primary offerings include pipeline transportation, fractionation services, natural gas liquids (NGL) logistics and produced water handling. Through its fee-based and commodity-based contracts, Western Midstream provides its customers with essential services that support efficient energy production and distribution.
The company’s asset portfolio spans key onshore basins, including the Delaware Basin in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico, the San Juan Basin in New Mexico and Colorado, and the Denver-Julesburg Basin in Colorado. Its infrastructure network comprises thousands of miles of dedicated pipelines, multiple natural gas processing plants, saltwater disposal wells and crude oil and NGL terminals. These strategically located facilities enable Western Midstream to deliver flexibility and reliability in meeting the evolving needs of exploration and production companies across its operating regions.
Since its spin-off in 2012 from Western Refining, Western Midstream has pursued disciplined growth through organic expansions and strategic acquisitions. The partnership places a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability and environmental stewardship, implementing advanced technologies and practices to minimize emissions, manage produced water responsibly and support local communities. This focus helps maintain reliable operations while adhering to regulatory and industry standards.
Leadership at Western Midstream is headed by President and Chief Executive Officer Steven Wieting, who brings extensive experience in the energy sector and has guided the partnership’s strategic direction toward optimizing cash flow and investment returns. The senior management team, comprising executives with backgrounds in engineering, operations, finance and commercial development, underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of corporate governance and operational excellence.
