Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $288 million for the third quarter, an increase of $11 million from the previous quarter [10] - The midpoint of the 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance was raised to $1.13 billion, reflecting an 18% increase from the prior year guidance [5][11] - Distributable cash flow guidance was increased to a range of $800 million to $830 million, with a midpoint increase of $45 million due to lower maintenance capital, interest, and cash taxes [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The pipeline segment results were consistent with the second quarter, while gathering segment results increased by $10 million, driven by higher volumes on the Haynesville system [10] - Total gathering volumes for the Haynesville averaged 2.04 Bcf per day, marking a 35% increase over the third quarter of 2024 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted robust gas and power demand growth throughout the region, particularly in Louisiana, driven by data center activity and LNG demand [19][20] - The Haynesville system demonstrated record high throughput, indicating producers' ability to respond quickly to LNG demand signals [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its pure play natural gas pipeline strategy and is well-positioned with a strong balance sheet to fund incremental investments [14] - The company announced reaching FID on a larger G3+ expansion on the Guardian Pipeline, increasing its total capacity by approximately 537 million cu ft per day [6] - The company is pursuing upstream network opportunities to enhance flexibility and reliability for customers [6][9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's increased guidance for 2025 and early outlook for 2026, citing strong market fundamentals and growth opportunities [14] - The recent Senate confirmation of two new FERC members was viewed as a positive sign for the regulatory environment [9] Other Important Information - The company placed its LEAP Phase 4 expansion facilities into service early and on budget, increasing capacity from 1.9 Bcf to 2.1 Bcf per day [7] - The Board of Directors approved a third-quarter dividend of $0.82 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter, with a commitment to grow the dividend by 5%-7% per year [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Potential for network to support data center demand in Louisiana - Management acknowledged robust demand growth in Louisiana, particularly from data centers and LNG, and expressed confidence in capturing market share [19] Question: Growth trajectory in Haynesville and LEAP expansions - Management highlighted significant development in western Haynesville and expected continued volume growth, which would support LEAP expansions [20][22] Question: Opportunities in the upper Midwest and NEXUS - Management discussed positive fundamentals in the upper Midwest and the potential for NEXUS to capture market share in the data center power demand [53] Question: Dividend growth potential - Management indicated that strong growth exceeding the long-term target could lead to higher dividend growth, with a focus on maintaining strong coverage [56][60] Question: CapEx changes and maintenance capital - Management noted that efficiencies in capital spending were a significant factor in the reduction of the 2025 gross capital guidance range [12][41] Question: Millennium open season status - Management stated that the Millennium project is complex and evolving, with a focus on ensuring all regulatory requirements are met before moving forward [46][47] Question: Market share outlook in Haynesville - Management expressed confidence in maintaining or growing market share in the Haynesville region, supported by strategic connectivity to Carthage [108]